Three Waters and Civil Engineering

New Zealand’s population is on the rise and is increasingly moving from rural to urban areas. This is driving the need for newer, better infrastructure. Climate change is exacerbating the problem by causing more intense rain which overloads stormwater infrastructure and causes increased inflow to sewer networks. Stormwater and wastewater networks need upgrades to service this demand.

Our team is made up of engineers, designers and drafting staff who are fully versed in all aspects of three waters including conceptualising, planning, decision making, consenting, investigation, design, tendering and procurement, and finally on-site civils.

Fox Environmental has a solid track record throughout New Zealand for successfully completed large and small stormwater, wastewater and water supply projects.

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Services include

  • Stormwater management facilities
  • Stormwater treatment solutions
  • Stormwater treatment, retention or detention designs
  • Industrial stormwater treatment
  • Erosion control planning and management plans
  • Water supply reticulation design and modelling
  • Wastewater reticulation design
  • Wastewater pump stations
  • Low pressure sewer design

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a stormwater assessment for my development?

A stormwater assessment is often required to demonstrate that runoff from a development can be managed safely and does not adversely affect neighbouring properties, infrastructure, or the environment. The level of assessment required will depend on the size, location, and complexity of your project.

Can the existing water supply and wastewater networks service my project?

Not always. A servicing assessment can determine whether existing water and wastewater infrastructure has sufficient capacity to support your development and identify any upgrades or improvements that may be required.

How early should civil engineering be considered in the development process?

As early as possible. Early engineering input can identify site constraints, servicing requirements, and potential risks before significant time and money have been invested, helping projects progress more efficiently and with greater certainty.