Historic Districts and Reviews - There are several designated historic neighborhoods and renovations are subject to architectural and historic compliance reviews.
Stormwater Compliance - Richmond follows the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act which places limits on impervious surfaces, maintains tree saving requirements, and aims to retain stormwater.
Aging Infrastructure - Aging sewer connections, lead and galvanized plumbing, outdated wiring are all factors to be kept in mind for Richmond renovations.
Floodplain Regulations - The low elevation, high water table, rising sea levels, and the rules and regulations that are involved are all factors to be considered in Richmond.
Labor Market - Competition for skilled workers is rising due to growth in healthcare, housing, and education opportunities.
High Costs - Design, construction, and labor costs are all increased due to high demand and rising inflation.
The engineers at Building Reserves understand the unique challenges of property maintenance in Richmond, from historic districts and architectural reviews to aging infrastructure and rising costs. With deep local Richmond expertise, our team helps property owners plan for long-term costs and avoid unexpected repairs through strategic, data-driven maintenance solutions.
Engineering Consultant
Reserve Studies, Mechanical Engineering
BASc Mechanical Engineering Stanford University
Sr. Architectural Consultant
Areas of expertise: Reserve Studies, Architectural Assemblies, Facade Systems
Masters in Architecture, Business Administration University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. 15 years of Reserve Study Experience and has conducted over 1,200 Reserve Studies.
Sr. Engineering Consultant
Areas of expertise: Reserve Studies, Mechanical Systems, Environmental Systems
B.S. Architectural Engineering & Environmental Systems Milwaukee School of Engineering. 18 years of Reserve Study experience and over 1,300 Reserve Studies conducted.
Sr. Engineering Consultant
Areas of expertise: Reserve Studies, Civil Engineering, Water Management, FAA Cert. Drone Operator
B.S. Civil Engineering University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. Licensed Engineer. 7 years of Reserve Study Experience, over 700 Reserve Studies conducted and over 24 years of industry-related experience.
Engineering Consultant
Reserve Studies, Civil Engineering
M.S., B.S. Civil Engineering University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.