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What We Do - Environmental Waterfront Design Consulting

Environmental

Relating to the complex issues of climatic, edaphic, and biotic factors that act upon the ecological community and ultimately determine its form and survival. 



DSN&A specializes in the development and presentation of environmentally sound waterfront projects.

 

Striking a balance between the use of the water and upland environment, DSN&A develops site-specific innovative solutions and mitigation approaches to protect and enhance the environment while allowing for more efficient use of the waterfront. 

DSN&A Environment Specific Services Include:

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  • Feasibility Studies

  • Upland and In-Water Investigations

  • Sediment Sampling Analysis

  • Coastal Management Planning

  • Environmental Impact Statements

  • ​Mitigation Project Design and Implementation 

Of or relating to the land, land with buildings or a section of town fronting or abutting on a body of water.
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DSN&A provides innovative, realistic, and cost-effective solutions and designs for residential properties and related projects that aesthetically and functionally enhance the coastal environment as well as the quality of life for the residents,

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Waterfront

Design and Planning

Of or relating to the conception or excution of a plan by which goals are achieved


DSN&A is a dedicated excellence in waterfront design and planning. We provide a caefully thought out Master Plan with functional and aesthetic results on a cost effictive basis, maximizing efficieny and flexibilty while blending marina and/or other near shore uses with upland activites. 

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DSN&A provides an integrated full service approach to the development of plans and details for the upland, shoreline interface and in-water structures and uses. We have undertaken design and redesign of:

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  • Marinas

  • Marina Resorts

  • Boat Yards

  • Yacht Clubs

  • Bulk Cargo and

  • Other Waterfront Properties

Consulting

Relating to the provision of professional information, advice or service
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At DSN&A, the environmental, planning, design, project evaluation and feasibility study disciplines are combined in one company,
bringing a well-rounded, cost effective perspective to preparing and implementing  marina designs and redesigns while simultaneously respecting and enhancing the environment.

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DSN&A is well suited to give you a professional opinion that is backed by years of experience, to help you make decisions like 

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  • "Pre" &"Post" Acquisition 'due diligence' property inspections and evaluations

  • Evaluating the need for improvements, repairs and potential future expansions 

  • Identifying Retrofitting Opportunities

  • Developing Budgetary Estimates and Cost Benefits Analyses

Dredging

Cleaning out the bed of a harbor, river, or other area of water by withdrawing mud, weeds, and rubbish
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DSN&A is experienced in helping marinas, yacht clubs, communities, and private owners dredge their properties to ensure safe and navigable waters around their facilities. 

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This includes testing, planning, hydrographic surveying, governmental regulations, and completion of the process.

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