Cost:  $13,300,000
Please note that this figure includes all costs associated with the project such as planning and design, utility relocation, consultant fees, construction, permits and landscaping.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services (CMSWS) project team will manage the Brentwood Place Project through the phases listed below. 

A general description and range of typical timeframes for project phases is given below.  Specific work is conducted during each phase while an emphasis is made on public involvement throughout the entire project.
 
Planning Phase (September 2008- October 2010)
During the planning phase, public meetings are used to obtain input from property owners. Several improvement alternatives are developed and evaluated to determine the best solution. A recommended alternative is presented to the public for comment at the end of the planning phase. The planning phase of a project typically lasts 12 to 27 months.

Design Phase (Started October 2010; Phase I completed February 2013; Phase II Ongoing)
During the design phase, construction drawings are developed for the alternative selected during the planning phase. Many details must be addressed including the determination of channel widths and lining types, utility relocations, and easement locations. The design phase of a project typically lasts 21 to 34 months.

Permitting Phase (Started October 2012; Phase I completed December 2012; Phase II Ongoing)
During the permitting phase, the required water quality permits are obtained from Federal and State governments. Other permits such as permission to work within railroad and NCDOT rights-of-way may also be obtained during this phase if necessary. The permitting phase of a project typically lasts 3 to 9 months; however, it may overlap other phases.

Property Easement/Acquisition (Started November 2011; Phase I completed October 2012; Phase II Ongoing)
The City's real estate staff works with citizens and businesses to acquire either Conservation Easements or Storm Drainage Easements. In addition, temporary construction easements may also be needed to access work areas. The City requests that easements be donated to provide access to your property to make the recommended improvements and provide future maintenance. The bid phase will begin after all easements are acquired. The easement acquisition phase of a project typically lasts 9 to 12 months.  Most easements have been acquired. However, the City’s real estate staff is still working to finalize several acquisitions.

Bid Phase (Phase I Started February 2013; Phase II Started March 2013)
During the bid phase, the final plans will be circulated to qualified contractors for a competitive bidding process. By state law, the lowest responsible bidder is awarded the construction contract. The bid phase of a project typically lasts 5 to 6 months.

Construction Phase (Time frame TBD)
Throughout construction, efforts will be made to minimize disruption to nearby property owners. Construction of proposed improvements will be supervised by City inspectors. Notifications of key construction dates will be mailed to residents prior to construction. Because projects vary in size, the construction phase of a project typically lasts less than 2 years, but due to the size of this project, the construction phase can be expected to last from 2 to 3 years.

Project Team

Thomas Purvis, P.E.
City Project Manager
704-336-3660

Amy Bice, E.I.
Watershed Area Manager
704-432-0965

Matthew Gustis, P.E.
City Engineering Team Program Manager
704-336-6183

Meeting Minutes

November 28, 2011 

    Design Exhibit 
    
    Existing Conditions Map

October 5, 2010

    Existing Conditions

    Recommended Alternative

August 4, 2009

    Exhibit 1 - Map with Citizen Requests
    
    Exhibit 2 - Map with Model Results

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