Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering and Consulting Services in Cooley Ranch, CA
For over three decades, our firm has delivered expert consulting services to a diverse clientele, prioritizing long-term partnerships through innovative solutions and proactive problem-solving. Our multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, scientists, surveyors, and landscape architects is dedicated to client success while maintaining professional integrity. We specialize in land use planning, civil engineering, environmental services, and geospatial solutions, supporting both government agencies and private developers across California. Our technical expertise spans stormwater management, GIS applications, drone technology, and sustainable infrastructure development. With five regional offices and nearly 70 professionals, we combine deep local regulatory knowledge with cutting-edge methodologies to address complex project challenges.Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our 30-year track record serving prominent national companies and public sector clients. We maintain rigorous compliance with environmental regulations while delivering cost-effective, forward-thinking solutions tailored to each community's unique needs. Our professionals hold critical certifications in NPDES compliance, land surveying, and environmental impact assessment. Through staff augmentation and municipal engineering services, we provide scalable support for projects of all sizes. This combination of technical excellence, regulatory expertise, and client-focused service positions us as a trusted partner in sustainable development.
Services
Land Use Planning
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
Geographic Information Systems
Drone Services
Stormwater Management
Environmental Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of engineering and environmental consulting experience
- Our multidisciplinary team holds specialized certifications in key regulatory areas
- We provide end-to-end project support from planning through construction
- Our local regulatory expertise streamlines California development projects
- We combine technical excellence with innovative problem-solving approaches
Services
Land Use Planning
Our land use planning team helps clients navigate California's complex regulatory environment through master planning, entitlement processing, and environmental analysis. We specialize in residential and commercial development projects requiring zoning variances, specific plans, and CEQA compliance. Our services include preparing environmental impact reports, negotiating with regulatory agencies, and developing sustainable land use strategies that balance community needs with project objectives.
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions for site development projects including grading plans, utility design, and stormwater management systems. Our engineers create detailed construction documents for residential subdivisions, commercial sites, and industrial facilities while ensuring compliance with local regulations. We provide technical support throughout the permitting process and construction phase to maintain project timelines and budget parameters.
Stormwater Management
Our stormwater specialists help clients meet federal and state water quality requirements through SWPPP development, permit compliance, and BMP design. We provide construction site runoff control, municipal program management, and industrial facility compliance services. Our team maintains Qualified SWPPP Developer certifications and offers training programs to ensure ongoing regulatory adherence for public and private sector clients.
Land Surveying
We offer full-spectrum land surveying services including boundary resolution, topographic mapping, and construction staking for development projects. Our surveyors create legal descriptions, subdivision plats, and as-built documentation using GPS and photogrammetric technologies. We support projects from initial boundary research through final construction verification to ensure accurate implementation of engineering designs.
Geographic Information Systems
Our GIS experts create spatial analysis tools and interactive mapping applications to support land use planning and environmental decision-making. We develop customized geospatial solutions including demographic analysis, 3D modeling, and web-based community engagement platforms. Our services help clients visualize complex data relationships and develop evidence-based planning strategies for sustainable development.
People
Rick Sidor
President
As President, Rick Sidor leads our strategic direction with over 25 years of engineering experience. He specializes in land development projects and maintains active PE licensure in multiple states. Rick focuses on client relationships and technical excellence across all service lines.
Anthony Mistretta
Vice President and Director of Engineering
Anthony oversees engineering operations with expertise in infrastructure design and construction management. He holds a Professional Engineer license and has directed complex municipal projects while ensuring technical quality and regulatory compliance.
Melanie Sotelo
Associate Vice President and Director of Environmental Services
Melanie leads our environmental consulting division with 20+ years of experience in CEQA/NEPA compliance. She manages environmental impact assessments and regulatory permitting for large-scale development projects across California.
Rick Furlong
Vice President and Director of Surveying and Mapping
Rick directs surveying operations with specialized expertise in boundary resolution and GPS technologies. He oversees topographic mapping and construction staking services for land development projects statewide.
Frank Coyle
Director of Planning
Frank leads planning services with deep knowledge of California zoning regulations. He specializes in entitlement processing, specific plan development, and community engagement strategies for residential and commercial projects.
Questions
What engineering services does CASC offer?
We provide civil engineering services including land development, infrastructure design, stormwater management, and construction support for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Do you handle environmental compliance for development projects?
Yes, our team specializes in CEQA/NEPA documentation, environmental impact reports, and regulatory compliance for both public and private sector clients.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in California, we serve clients throughout the state with localized expertise in regional regulatory requirements and environmental conditions.
Do you offer drone and GIS mapping services?
Yes, we provide drone/sUAS services and advanced GIS mapping for land surveying, environmental analysis, and infrastructure planning applications.
What industries do you work with?
We serve government agencies, energy companies, land developers, and industrial clients needing specialized engineering, planning, and environmental consulting services.
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