Surveying
Surveying services are the foundation of Ocean State Planners, Inc. as as well as many land use planning projects. Field survey crews, equipped with electronic Total Stations, collect data, which along with research information is compiled and evaluated by staff under regulatory agency criteria. This analysis will be followed by finish drafting performed by a computer-driven plotter. All work is in accordance with company and quality control standards.
Residential Design/Architectural Services
Ocean State Planners, Inc. has hundreds of stock house plans ready to be built. We can also prepare custom house plans from initial ideas to final construction documents. All of our plans are designed to meet state building codes.
Wetland Identification and Delineations
Ocean State Planners, Inc. has on staff a recognized expert in the field of wetland identification. Delineations are made based on DEM, DEP, and US Army Corps. requirements. Currently delineations have been accepted in the States of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our staff biologist holds a degree in Natural Resources from the University of Rhode Island and has worked extensively throughout the Rhode Island area.
Soil Evaluation
Ocean State Planners, Inc. has on staff a Soil Scientist licensed to perform soil evaluations as required by RIDEM for Individual Sewage Disposal System (ISDS) design.
Engineering
Specializing in residential, commercial and industrial subdivisions by working with consultants, owners, and buyers to make decisions relative to design and value engineering. OSP also prepares all environmental packages including various state DEM applications, Coastal, US Army Corps, ISDS, etc. We have expertise in innovative design for Individual Sewage Disposal Systems (ISDS) including bottomless sand filters.
Scope of Services
Surveys - Boundary/Property Line (in particular boundary disputes and accident surveys), topographic control, as-built and construction layout.
Expert Witness - Professional testimony for litigation in boundary and negligence suits.
Planning and Zoning - Representation of clients before planning boards, zoning applications, subdivisions, condominium plats, wetlands applications, groundwater & percolation tests, RIDOT physical alteration, coastal improvements, sewage disposal (ISDS), ISDS alteration/repair, freshwater wetlands.