Fast, Approval Ready Engineered Site Plans in Moab

Starting a project and need plans approved quickly? Anderson Engineering designs buildable grading, drainage, and stormwater plans that meet Moab requirements.

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PRINCIPAL-LED SITE DESIGN

Justin Dye, P.E. and Brandon Anderson, G.C. lead Anderson Engineering’s site design work across Utah. They oversee design and permitting directly, ensuring each plan is complete, compliant, and ready for construction.

Justin Dye, P.E.

Principal - Civil Engineer

Brandon Anderson, GC

Principal - Civil Engineer, GC

What is an Engineered Site Plan?

A site plan shows how your property will be developed. It includes grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities, and building placement. Local reviewers in Moab use it to confirm compliance with zoning, flood, stormwater, and utility requirements before issuing a construction permit.

At Anderson Engineering, we create plans that reviewers can approve quickly so that you can focus on what matters most: building.

Why Site Plans Matter in Moab

WHY ANDERSON ENGINEERING FOR Engineered SITE DESIGN

Why Builders, Developers, and Property Owners in Moab Trust Anderson Engineering

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Local Site Plan Expertise in Moab

Our engineers know Moab codes and work directly with Moab officials to move you site plans through review faster.

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Permit-Ready Site Designs

Every site plan is engineered to meet Moab, zoning, grading, and utility requirements.

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Principal-Led Civil Engineering Overisght

You'll work directly with a Principal civil engineer who understands Moab development standards and construction methods from concept to completion.

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Efficient Site Design

Balanced grading, efficient utility layouts, and clear communication keep your project on schedule and within budget.

We Know Your City and Its Reviewers

How We Help

We manage your Moab site plan from concept to permit, led directly by a Principal Engineer who knows the local codes and review process.

Fast turnaounrd for permitting and construction.
Code-compliant designs that pass reviews quickly.
Local expertise with Moab and Grand County requirements.
Principal-led service from start to finish.

Engineered for Construction

Our Site Plan Services

Site Layout and Planning

Access, circulation, and lot configuration aligned with your architectural goals.

Grading and Drainage Design

Balanced city and fill, slope stability, and flood prevention based on typical sandy loam, clay loam, and loamy sand soils.

Stormwater and Erosion Control

Detention ponds, sediment basins, and MS4-compliant mitigation near Colorado River.

Regulatory Compliance and Permitting

Zoning, floodplain, and construction submittals handled from start to finish to meet {localsearch(city)'s development requirements.

Survey Integration

Our in-house survey team provides boundary, topographic, and as-built data for percise site design.

Feasibility and Zoning Reviews

Early studies that quide propoerty purchases, renovations, or redevelopment decisions.

Every project starts with smart site planning and architectural coordination to ensure your layout, grading, and utility systems align with design goals.

Our Site Development Process

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Schedule Your Consultation
Share your project details in Moab. Our engineers will review your property and help you move confidently toward permitting and construction.
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Expert Design & Compliance
We evaluate survey data, soils, and zoning conditions and prepare grading, drainage, and utility plans for review.
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Move Toward Construction
Our site plan is included with your buidling application and we provide support throughout the approval process.

Utah Projects Engineered by Our Team

Common Projects in Moab

Custom homes in The Bluff and Old City.
Commercial Pads along Center Street and 200 East.
Residential subdivisions near Delicate Arch and Museum of Moab.
Infrastrcutre expansions with new residential and commercial developments.

Our Clients' Success Stories

Discover why 95% of our clients keep coming back for expert solutions and reliable results.

Housing project

“I have worked with Anderson Engineering on various projects. Their expertise in civil engineering, environmental consulting, and land surveying has been crucial for our success. Their responsive service and dedication to long-term partnerships make them a dependable partner.”

David Anderson

Harvest Village

Landscape plan

“No one took my project seriously until Anderson Engineering got involved. They resolved my property line issue, created a beautiful water-wise landscape plan, and even helped get it approved by the HOA. Whenever I needed more help, they were always available. Their professionalism and dedication made all the difference—I finally felt supported. I highly recommend Anderson Engineering.”

Carol Beck

Homeowner - Saratoga Springs, UT

wide mountain area

“At R-Squared, we sought opportunities in the raw land real estate markets, and I worked with Anderson Engineering on due diligence for land development across the western U.S. Anderson Engineering is a creative, detail-oriented, and action-driven partner. They effortlessly shift from big-picture strategy to technical details and hands-on work. Their ability to quickly assess engineering, development options, and project economics is unmatched. 

David Christensen

Land Developer

Frequently Asked Questions

How Questions About Site Design in Moab

What does a site plan include?

Grading, drainage, stormwater, and utility design that meet Moab permitting standards.

What local factors affect site planning in Mona?

Site planning in Moab often considers nearby neighborhoods such as The Bluff and Old City, infrastructure along Center Street and 200 East, and local features like Colorado River. Plans may involve coordination with Moab and Grand County Planning and Zoning Departments. These local details inform grading, drainage, and stormwater design for projects throughout Colorado Plateau.

Where do your work?

We provide site design and engineering services throughout Moab, Spanish Valley, Castle Valley, and nearby communities across the Colorado Plateau.

How long does a site plan take in Moab?

Most plans are completed within two to four weeks, depending on site complexity and review timelines. Learn more about the site plan process.

Do you handle land surveying and soils?

Yes. We are able to perform land surveying in-house and can coordinate your geotechnical investigation.

REGULAR FIELDWORK IN Moab, UTAH

Start Your Site Plan Today

Principal-led Anderson Engineering in Moab and Grand County provides licensed engineers, in-house surveying, regulatory expertise and faster permitting with site designs tailored to Colorado Plateau terrain and conditions.

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Every site design we deliver is engineered for approval and built from real survey data, local standards, and practical construction experience.

About Anderson Engineering

Anderson Engineering provides professional site design and civil engineering services in Moab, Utah, addressing redrock terrain, canyon drainage, and sensitive cultural areas near Delicate Arch and the Museum of Moab; licensed engineers perform in-house surveying and deliver permit‑ready designs aligned with local standards and regulations.

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Regulatory Reach

50+ Utah reviewing agencies worked with across the Wasatch Front and beyond.

Integrated Services

Civil, structural, environmental, and surveying expertise under one roof for faster coordination.

Responsive Suppot

Direct access to Principal engineers with replies in under one business day.

Local Development Resources for Moab and Grand County

City of Moab Community Development Department

The City of Moab Community Development Department manages land use planning, zoning, development review, and building and site permitting.

Grand County Community Development

Access Grand County land use maps, floodplain data, building permit applications, and zoning regulations for Moab properties.

USDA Web Soil Survey

USDA Web Soil Survey provides soil data and maps to inform site development, stormwater management, and erosion control.

Civil Engineering Expertise

Highlights our site design, land development, stormwater management and utility coordination services.

Local Engineers. Real Results in Moab

From zoning to stormwater, Anderson Engineering deliverys buildable, compliant site plans for contractors and developers throughout Moab, Grand County and the Colorado Plateau.