Consulting, Planning & Permitting

These are three of the most important areas in the Environmental Consulting Business. Knowing about special programs, finding the contacts to get the right answers, and clearly communicating your findings to your client is what separates good firms from average firms. We pride ourselves on these differentiators. Our staff of scientists, engineers, historic preservationists, and planners provide consulting expertise to support an array of clients with a multi-phased approach

Areas of Expertise include:

General Consulting (this is what we are, and questions are always free)
Permitting Requirements (home, business, or large-scale development)
Wetland Delineation & Mitigation Functions
Obtaining Program Eligibility
Historic Planning & Preservation
Landscape Design & Architecture
Environmental Assessments (EA)
Resource Management Plans
Property Risk Assessments
Spill Prevention, Control & Countermeasure Plans (SPCC)
Fire Management Plans
Feasibility Studies
Special Area Studies
Threatened & Endangered Species Studies
Florida Development of Regional Impact (DR))
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)

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ENVIRONMENTAL 101: To Do, or Not to Do a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment

December 15, 2016

In many cases, environmental issues can present problems that can be both complicated and costly. Regulatory requirements govern many business decisions as do issues like time, money and value of the project. With any complex situation, the success or failure of your project depends on the skill and experience of the consultant. A Phase I ESA is typically the first step in performing environmental due diligence relating to a property. The … Continue Reading

ENVIRONMENTAL 101: Radon Mitigation and Testing

November 13, 2016

Should I test for Radon Gas in my home? Yes, you should! According to the EPA, Radon is the leading Cause of Lung Cancer for Non-Smokers You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. You can’t taste it. Radon, a Class A carcinogen, is the second cause of lung cancer overall. Radon is responsible for more than 21,000 lung cancer deaths a year (one every 25 minutes). In Florida, one in five homes tested has elevated radon levels above the EPA action … Continue Reading

“Our company hired Kurt to complete a Phase I environmental site assessment and were very pleased with his work. He is extremely efficient and knowledgeable at what he does and very easy to work with. Kurt would be a true asset for positions requiring site assessments, remediation or land studies. I highly recommend him!”

Whitney Glass - Synergy Billing (Reunion Bank, Port Orange, FL)

“Kurt thinks out of the box and works to find solutions to any problem that may exist. He is very knowledgeable about his field and knows the people who to talk to if a questions arrives”

Marc Spalding - Coldwell Banker Ben Bates Inc

“We hired Kurt to perform a Phase I environmental assessment on a site we were developing. Kurt was extremely professional and worked quickly to provide us with a thorough report at an extremely reasonable price. I’d recommend him to anyone who needs an environmental assessment.”

Dave Ferro - Ferro Commercial Realty

“Kurt was very helpful as a resource when we needed an expert opinion.”

Bonnie Morse - Bonnie Morse Mosaics, LLC

“Kurt has always been very personable and easy to work with. Through my talks with him, it is easy to see that he has a very strong knowledge of all environmental issues including Phase I, II & III Environmental Site Assessments, Consulting, Land Evaluations and Wetlands. Kurt has a genuine interest in protecting his clients and does an excellent job of communicating the issues so that his clients can make informed decisions.

Beau Beery - Coldwell Banker Commercial M.M. Parrish

“I have worked with Kurt for probably ten years or better. He has always been very responsive and extremely competitive from a pricing standpoint. He helped us recently with a Phase II on a drycleaner that we were foreclosing here in Gainesville and was invaluable in helping us make a decision on the property (we ended up deciding not to foreclose because of the potential cost to cleanup). I would recommend him highly.”

Danny Gilliland - Gainesville Market President /Gateway Bank of Central Florida

“Mr. Howell is a thorough and detail oriented, while efficient in his approach to assessment and thoughtful in his recommendations to his clients. He is straightforward and concise with his requests for service, providing only and exactly what is required, saving time and money for his clients as well as his subcontractors.”

Robert Lupo - RL Graphics

“After receiving the results from my home inspection, I learned radon levels were well above the level EPA recommends for mitigation. Being new to the area, I asked friends and colleagues for recommendations about state certified radon mitigation companies. I contacted companies in Jacksonville, Tallahassee, and Gainesville. I chose Land Environmental from Gainesville because they explained the process clearly, were local, did not subcontract work to other companies, and were price competitive. Dawn met with my wife and I at our home and provided a mitigation plan which met our needs. Not long after, Dawn and her crew installed the mitigation system per plan which successfully lowered radon levels below the level EPA recommended for mitigation. I will recommend Dawn and Land Environmental to anyone who might need radon mitigation.”

Ken O'Connor Ocala, FL

“Kurt is clearly the best in the field and in our area. In addition, fast return time and best priced. I will continue to use Kurt and his services as my sole environmental specialist.”

Brian Miller - Pharmacist Mutual Insurance Company

“I work with John Fleming at Trimark Properties and I am writing to inform you that we’ve used Land Environmental Group on several of our development projects to perform Phase I environmental studies. We’ve found no fault in their work and their pricing is competitive. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.

In addition, they were quite responsive recently when we needed expedited results. They were able to provide us with an advance Summary Letter to submit to our lender and keep us on a tight development schedule.”

Peter McNiece, P.E. - Trimark Properties, Inc.

“As a commercial banker, Kurt has provided me with prompt, personable service, producing a solid environmental report at a very reasonable price. I will continue to utilize his firm as needed.”

Russ Joralemon - SunTrust Bank

“Kurt Howell has performed environmental due diligence for me in the past on various commercial RE transactions. Kurt is very helpful with walking his clients through a particular assignment, and will provide a lot of expertise and service options to each client on a customized basis. In summary, Kurt is very professional and accommodating.”

Pat Moses - Senior VP Credit Administration

“Our law firm has used Kurt in the past as a litigation consultant and would highly recommend him.”

Michael Sechrest - Fisher, Butts, Sechrest, Warner & Palmer PA

“Kurt has a professional way of approaching business. He is always thinking out-of-the-box on how to best serve our clients. It has always been great working with Kurt on projects and I look forward to continued opportunities to partner with him again on future projects.”

Alexander Hulbert - Senior Civil Designer

“Kurt did a great job for me. His knowledge, advice and work saved me thousands of dollars and I highly recommend Kurt and his office to you.”

Ben Bates - Bates Hewett & Floyd Insurance + Coldwell Banker Ben Bates, Inc.

Land Environmental Group (Land Environmental) was established by professionals with extensive backgrounds in geology, engineering, and the environmental sciences. Our staff has seen environmental regulation from the inside and understand the intricacies and implementation of environmental rules and regulations. We have seen the burdensome effect of over-regulation and the positive results of partnerships with the regulatory community. We know how to maintain compliance, avoid enforcement and negotiate agreements that save our clients considerable time and money. Learn more