Project Use Type: High-Intensity Retail
Client: Next Level Petroleum
Location: South Fulton, GA
Property Size: 1.65 Acre Site

Services Provided:
– Civil Engineering Design
– Infrastructure Planning Services
– Fueling System Layouts
– Utility Routing Management
– Truck Turn Analysis
– Jurisdictional Permit Management

Unique Solution:
 Implemented a sophisticated “hot-spot” stormwater treatment system to mitigate fuel-related runoff risks within a federally protected watershed, ensuring long-term operational security.

Case Study: Engineering a Sustainable Future for South Fulton’s High-Intensity Retail

Context & Services

As a strategic partner for Next Level Petroleum, we spearheaded the civil engineering and infrastructure planning for this 5,700 SF urban infill project in South Fulton, GA. Our team managed the full lifecycle of fueling-specific needs, including MPD and canopy layouts optimized for traffic circulation, utility routing for fuel lines and power, and truck turn analysis to ensure seamless deliveries. We navigated the complexities of jurisdictional verification and permit management, transforming a 1.65-acre site into a high-functioning Shell-branded facility.

The Unique Solution

Developing within an established industrial zone demands more than just standard design; it requires a deep understanding of environmental stewardship and interjurisdictional constraints. To address the site’s location within a federally protected watershed, we implemented a sophisticated “hot-spot” stormwater treatment system. This choice directly mitigated fuel-related runoff risks, providing an essential water-quality barrier that far exceeded baseline requirements. By anticipating these environmental anxieties early, we acted as a fierce advocate for the client’s long-term operational security. Our approach balanced the high-intensity logistics of a 10 dispenser fueling station with the delicate needs of the local ecosystem, ensuring the project was “future-proofed” against evolving mandates.

Success & Impact

The result is a flagship C-store and drive-thru restaurant that serves as a vital community hub. By securing a Certificate of Occupancy through precise coordination, we eliminated the threat of “busted budgets” and delivery delays. The facility now stands as a model of community compatibility, fueling local economic growth while protecting Georgia’s natural resources.