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Cut and Fill

 

Cut and fill are developments that require grading; clearing and grubbing; swales. Any repair work to an existing drainage swale, pond must adhere to state, federal and county regulations. The following items are required for submittal:

  • An accurate Site Plan dimensioned or to scale showing all proposed and existing development including septic and;
  • Quantity of fill and excavation.
  • Hydraulic analysis. Section 4.05 (m) 2a and 4.05 (m) 2b (Not required on replacement items).

*Additional documentation may be required.

If the site is located within the 500 year (Shaded Zone X), a topographical survey, or elevation certificate may be required. For sites located within the 100 year flood plain engineered drawings with Flood Plain Notes are required. Theses drawings should indicate mitigation calculations, and be signed and sealed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the state of Texas.


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Manager: Angela Cooper

  10555 Northwest Freeway
Suite 120
Houston, Texas 77092

 
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