Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Civil Engineering & Land Surveying Partner in New Hampshire
Founded in 1986, Norway Plains Associates has established itself as a trusted leader in land surveying and civil engineering services. Our team of licensed professionals brings decades of combined experience to every project, specializing in boundary surveys, subdivision design, septic system permitting, and floodplain certification. With offices in Rochester and Alton, New Hampshire, we serve clients across the Seacoast, Lakes Regions, and Southern Maine. Our commitment to precision and regulatory compliance ensures streamlined permitting processes for municipal, state, and federal projects.We prioritize transparent communication and practical solutions, helping clients navigate complex development challenges. Our long-standing relationships with repeat clients underscore our dedication to quality and reliability. From residential site planning to commercial infrastructure projects, we deliver time-saving results through technical expertise and local regulatory knowledge. Our hands-on approach and experienced staff provide unique advantages for clients seeking trusted engineering partners.
Services
Land Surveying
Civil Engineering
Subdivision Design
Septic System Design
Permitting Services
Floodplain Certification
Boundary Surveys
Residential Site Planning
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of engineering and surveying expertise
- Our team includes licensed land surveyors and professional engineers
- We streamline complex permitting processes for faster project approvals
- Our staff maintains deep local regulatory knowledge across multiple counties
- We provide comprehensive solutions from conceptual planning to final permits
What people say
30+ years experience
Trusted relationships
Successful projects
Regulatory expertise
Timely delivery
Services
Land Surveying
We conduct precise boundary surveys to determine property limits and easement locations. Our ALTA/ACSM standards surveys ensure legal compliance for real estate transactions. Using advanced technology, we deliver accurate measurements for subdivision plats and dispute resolution across New Hampshire and Southern Maine.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services include residential and commercial site planning with full regulatory compliance. We design stormwater management systems, roadways, and utility layouts while ensuring adherence to local zoning requirements. Our engineers provide comprehensive solutions from concept to permitting approval.
Subdivision Design
We create complete subdivision plans for residential and commercial properties. Our services include lot layout, road design, drainage planning, and septic system placement. We manage the entire permitting process for municipal and state approvals across Strafford, Belknap, and Carroll counties.
Septic System Design
We design code-compliant septic systems meeting New Hampshire DES regulations. Our services include soil evaluation, system layout, and permit acquisition. We utilize online submittal systems for faster approval while ensuring environmental compliance for residential and commercial properties.
Floodplain Certification
We perform FEMA flood elevation surveys and prepare Elevation Certificates for insurance requirements. Our team verifies property locations relative to 100-year flood zones and provides documentation for lenders and insurance companies across coastal and inland regions.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and foundation location plans for residential and commercial properties.
Do you handle permitting processes?
Yes, we manage municipal, state, and federal permitting including septic systems, shoreland zones, and floodplain certifications.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout New Hampshire's Seacoast and Lakes Regions, plus Southern Maine communities like Sanford and Berwick.
Are you licensed professionals?
Our team includes licensed land surveyors, professional engineers, and certified septic system designers.
How do you handle project timelines?
We prioritize timely delivery through experienced staff and streamlined processes while maintaining regulatory compliance.
