Large-Scale Land Planning 
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DETAILS

LocationOrlando, Florida, United States
ClientDisney Development Corporation
SERVICE:
Size29,000 acres

Special issues in the computer-aided land analysis included depth to watertable, soils and organic mucks, and cypress groves. The analysis summary provided the basis for master planning a mixed-use community with extensive greenway conservation lands, resort development, entertainment facilities, a business park, and a residential community.

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