Residential Land Development Practices: A Textbook on Developing Land into Finished Lots.

By David E. Johnson

Book Overview

For more than 10 years, Residential Land Development Practices has been the favorite resource for showing owners, local officials, and real estate professionals the way through the opportunities and pitfalls that accompany residential development projects. Reorganized to enhance clarity and usefulness, this new edition presents proven techniques and tools for developing vacant land into buildable lots. Author David Johnson draws on more than 30 years of experience as an engineer, consultant, and lecturer to prepare an easy-to-use guide to the basic concepts of land planning, subdivision design, and residential standards. He discusses practical aspects of real estate development such as financing, scheduling, marketing, project approval, and permits. He completes the picture of a successful and sustainable development project by reviewing important issues connected with the bid process, project management, operations, and business practices. This update of an ASCE Press classic has new illustrations, additional forms and checklists, and two new chapters--one on types of residential land use and the other on stormwater management and best management practices--ensuring that Residential Land Development Practices continues to be the best resource of its kind. About the Author David E. Johnson, P.E., during his distinguished career has worked for the National Association of Home Builders in Washington, DC, as well as major builder/developers in Florida and New Jersey.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0784409676
• ISBN13: 9780784409671
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Amer Society of Civil Engineers
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.5" x 5.8"