SERVING THE CENTRAL COAST
We founded SLO Civil Design because San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara needed quality land development and civil engineering consulting with a personal touch that larger firms just can't provide.
PERMITTING
CONSTRUCTION
FEASABILITY
PLANNING
DESIGN
LAND DEVELOPMENT
PERMITTING CONSTRUCTION FEASABILITY PLANNING DESIGN LAND DEVELOPMENT
OUR APPROACH IS DIFFERENT
We are equipped to handle the full project lifecycle, from feasibility to construction completion.
Too many engineering firms get swamped with work and end up handing clients off to junior engineers after the contract is signed. What should be your dedicated expert becomes someone learning on your dime—and your project timeline suffers.
When you work with SLO Civil Design, you get an experienced civil engineer who stays with your project from start to finish. No handoffs, no surprises, no junior staff cutting their teeth on your investment.
We're advocates first. Our job is to streamline your project approval and permitting process by communicating early and often—with you and with the agencies involved. We take time to understand your goals and resources, then coordinate with permitting agencies to spot potential roadblocks before they become expensive delays.
Richard brings over a decade of civil engineering experience with a focus on the complex land development projects that require specialized expertise.
After earning his Civil Engineering degree from San Jose State, Richard honed his skills at BKF Engineers, one of the Bay Area's top-ranked firms, tackling everything from industrial developments to environmental permitting challenges with the California Water Board, Fish and Wildlife, and Army Corps of Engineers.
In 2018, Richard relocated his family to the Central Coast and began enjoying the SLO life. He discovered this region needed someone who could handle the full spectrum of land development—from single-family homes to high-density residential and commercial projects.
Richard's approach is simple: successful projects aren't just about engineering expertise—they're about clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and staying committed.
Founded by Richard Burde
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