The
Highlands at Pittsford
| The newest phase of the
site development covers 15 acres and will accommodate approximately 36 units with a
possibility of a specialized Alzheimer's Care Unit. The "Cottages"
proposal will require a modification of the previously approved Planned Unit Development
zoning. Similar to those issues raised in earlier phases, it will also need to
address such issues as lighting, landscaping, buffering and traffic. |
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RIT
Greek Housing
Rochester Institute of Technology
recently awarded the engineering design portion of the project to BME Associates, in
conjunction with Somerset Builders. The building architecture will be designed by the
architectural firm: Macon-Chantreuil-Jensen & Stark Architects LLP. The new
housing will help create a relief for the housing shortage at the university and unify the
fraternities and sororities into a common area on campus.
Roberts
Wesleyan College
The gateway to the Roberts Wesleyan
campus is receiving a significant makeover through the efforts of BME Associates and
Christa Construction. The new Community Services building at the campus entrance also
marks a new traffic circulation pattern, parking, landscape and lighting improvements. The
site plan, design and site engineering were all completed by BME.
Also under construction on the campus
is Phase I of dormitory construction, including a new 200 bed facility. This new facility
is intended to being relief to the common bed-shortage on campus, as well as strengthen
the overall quality of campus life. BME is proud to bring creative solutions to this vibrant Rochester
institution!
Greystone
Golf Course
BME was responsible
for site planning, site engineering, approval processing and wetland permit acquisition
for a 27 hole golf course in the Town of Walworth, NY. Design development included
obtaining a Special Use permit for the golf course use, preparation of initial golf course
routing plans, site engineering for stormwater management and irrigation, and approvals
for utility services for the clubhouse and golf course, along with site planning approvals
for the clubhouse and maintenance facilities. Additional challenges included design
of a 7,000 gal/day pump station and septic system to serve the clubhouse and maintenance
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| BME successfully
negotiated wetland and dam permits from the US Corps of Engineers and NYSDEC. These
permits allowed construction of 3 dams across the 12 acre wetland which were used for
access and to create ponds for irrigation water. The ponds added to the aesthetics of the
wetland area and improved the wetland habitat. BME prepared wetland
mitigation plans that expanded the wetland to approximately 18 acres and showed additional
wetland and buffer area plantings. |
Village of
Fairport Main Street Streetscape Improvements
Focusing on a 3,500 section
of Main Street in the Village of Fairport, this ongoing community redevelopment effort
involves over 7,000 linear feet of sidewalk, 20 crosswalks, 200 street trees, 75 street
lights, 15 access drive reconstructions, street furniture and other pedestrian
amenities. While centering around streetscape
and urban design, BME is involved
in the project from base mapping and survey through construction services.
Stonetown, Pittsford, NY
Preparation of overall site development
master plan and final design for this 120 unit, mixed-use residential project on a 140
acre site. This proposal is generally believed to be the most scrutinized project
in the town due to: being located within a historic area at the south entrance to the
village; it represents the farming heritage of the area; and it contains important
natural features. BME services included over fifty meetings to solicit input and address
concerns of interested parties. The resulting plan was received favorably by the majority
of those concerned as having addressed issues in a creative and environmentally sensitive
manner. Specific features of the proposal include single family residential uses;
multi-use open space; public trails; preservation of historical buildings; wetlands
enhancement; and regional stormwater management considerations.
The Midlands/Beaumont, Perinton,
NY
This project involved multiple parcels
comprising 177 acres. BME was instrumental in helping the town create the first incentive
zoning project in Perinton, which was the catalyst for the town's adoption of their open
space preservation law. The project involved the transfer of open space between multiple
parcels with a corresponding transfer of density. This effort required considerable
coordination with town boards, staff, neighbors, and special interest groups. Other
services included public presentations, overall concept planning, public walking trails
throughout the site as well as linkages, site engineering design, final plans for a 104
lot subdivision, and transportation improvements.
South Main Street (NYS
Rte 250), Fairport, NY
BME prepared plans and contract documents for complete replacement of
sanitary and storm sewers, curbing and pavement. Plans and the construction process for
this project were heavily scrutinized due to this street being the main access corridor
into the village and required considerable public interfacing with local officials and
residents.
This project involved an analysis of
the existing utility network, pedestrian and vehicular traffic considerations,
intersection improvements, and landscaping all within the confines of existing
rights-of-way. Final design followed several public information meetings, and incorporated
revisions as a result of this dialogue with local residents.
Cornerstone Centre
Cornerstone Centre is a 10 - building
office complex located on 12 acres in the Town of Gates, New York. BME prepared the
overall siteplan for the complex, working closely with the developer and project architect
to create a campus setting for the ten buildings. The layout and landscape plan
provides courtyards to encourage pedestrian traffic and soften the look of the office
park.
BME's design plans addressed lane improvements to a county highway,
traffic signalization at a state highway intersection, and an amendment to a designated
(FEMA) floodplain. The extensive coordination with these various authorities was completed
by BME so that design approvals and work permits could be obtained in a
timely manner, allowing the developer to meet his schedule and budget constraints.
Cornerstone Centre was recognized by
the Town of Gates Chamber of Commerce for its layout and design in providing an
aesthetically pleasing place to work.