Residential


Residential Market Overview

Clients turn to raSmith for our proven experience supporting single-family and multi-family developments, whether as standalone projects or as part of larger mixed-use environments. Our team collaborates closely with developers, architects, and municipalities to deliver sustainable residential developments that integrate seamlessly with surrounding land uses. Our award-winning portfolio includes single- and multi-family housing, urban redevelopment, and affordable housing for public- and private-sector clients nationwide.

Why Choose raSmith for Your Residential Engineering Project?

Residential developers and project teams choose raSmith for our ability to deliver comprehensive engineering services that support successful single-family and multi-family developments. Our collaborative approach helps reduce complexity, manage risk, and keep projects moving efficiently from planning through construction.

Why clients choose raSmith:

  • Integrated Engineering Services: Our team provides seamlessly integrated structural engineering and site design services under one engineering consulting firm to streamline project delivery.
  • Multifamily Development Experience: Our engineers have extensive experience supporting multifamily, mixed-use, and urban residential projects across a wide range of scales and complexities.
  • Municipal and Regulatory Coordination: We work directly with municipal staff and review agencies to navigate permitting and approval processes efficiently.
  • Public and Private Sector Expertise: raSmith partners with developers, municipalities, and institutional clients to deliver residential projects across both public and private sectors.
  • Sustainable, Context-Sensitive Solutions: Residential developments are designed with a focus on long-term sustainability, ecological integrity, and seamless integration with surrounding land uses.

Residential Engineering Services for Single- and Multi-Family Developments

Successful single- and multi-family developments rely on the seamless integration of structural, civil, and regulatory services. raSmith brings these capabilities together under one roof to streamline communication, accelerate approvals, and deliver high-performing residential environments.

  • Structural Engineering for Residential Buildings: Structural systems designed for multi-family, mixed-use, and residential developments, balancing efficiency, constructability, and long-term performance.
  • Site Design and Civil Engineering: Site planning, grading, utilities, and access design coordinated to support residential layouts, infrastructure needs, and cost-effective construction.
  • Stormwater Management and Drainage Design: Sustainable stormwater solutions that meet local and state requirements while protecting downstream systems and maximizing usable residential space.
  • Land Surveying Services: Boundary, topographic, ALTA, and construction staking services supporting residential projects from acquisition through construction.
  • Municipal Engineering and Permitting Support: Coordination with local agencies to support zoning, entitlement, and permitting processes for residential developments.
  • Sustainable Site and Infrastructure Solutions: Designs that address environmental constraints, long-term maintenance, and compatibility with surrounding land uses.