THE BC ENGINEERING BLOG

Explore essential civil design and planning factors for successful ground-mounted solar installations, including site assessments and regulatory compliance.

Need a septic system inspection in Sonoma, Napa, or Marin Counties? BC Engineering Group offers thorough inspections & reports to understand your system's health. Learn more about the process and how we can help!

Trust our experienced team to navigate the ever-changing development regulations in California. We specialize in residential grading, drainage, and entitlements. Clear communication and transparency are our priorities. Let us help you achieve your goals.

Understand California's Construction General Permit (CGP) and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) requirements. Ensure compliance, avoid penalties, & protect waterways. Build confidently with expert guidance.

A new ordinance from the Sonoma County Planning Commission expands the opportunity for temporary housing on most parcels.

The California State Water Resources Control Board has developed General Waste Discharge Requirements for winery process water (Winery Order) for wineries and other similar facilities with activities related to producing wine or grape juice that generate winery waste and discharge it to land for reuse or disposal

County of Sonoma PRMD required testing for septic development for an onsite septic disposal system. 

A civil engineering expert witness can bring extensive knowledge to many types of cases that relate to land disputes, construction practices, and clarification on permitting regulations.

The City of Santa Rosa is requiring civil engineers to perform hydraulic calculations for water meter and lateral sizing to confirm velocity is under 15 feet per second. These calculations must conform with AWWA M22 standards.