Lord & Winter Supports Major Residential Growth in Tennessee

A Partnership Built on Trust and Expertise

Building a thriving community isn’t just about construction—it’s about balancing progress with environmental responsibility. When one of Nashville’s largest developers set out to create a substantial residential community in Middle Tennessee, they needed a partner who understood both. Having worked together on past projects, the developer once again turned to Lord & Winter for expert guidance in navigating environmental regulations.

Since 2020, Lord & Winter has played a vital role in helping this development meet federal and state environmental requirements. However, our role goes far beyond paperwork. Amid Tennessee’s rolling hills, we bridge ambitious development with responsible land stewardship.

Expert Guidance from the Start

“The earlier we’re involved, the better,” says Sarah Lewis, Senior Biologist and Natural Resources Team Leader at Lord & Winter. “By anticipating challenges and addressing them proactively, we help our clients build responsibly while protecting the environment.”

Lewis's leadership has been key in securing regulatory approvals to keep the large-scale residential development moving forward, all while minimizing environmental disruption.

Environmental Compliance in Action

At Lord & Winter, we simplify complex regulations into clear, actionable steps—keeping projects on schedule while protecting natural resources.

Regulatory Compliance & Permitting: Ensuring adherence to wetland and water resource regulations, preventing costly delays.

Site Assessments: Conducting wetland delineations and hydrologic determinations to guide development decisions.

Permit Coordination: Managing approvals from agencies like the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC).

Mitigation Strategies: Developing plans to offset environmental impacts, from purchasing mitigation credits to conservation-focused solutions.

Protecting Tennessee's Ecosystem

Throughout the geographically diverse state of Tennessee, large-scale developments also bring a responsibility to protect local wildlife and habitats.

Streamside Salamander & Nashville Crayfish Surveys: Assessing habitats and implementing measures to safeguard these protected species.

Stream Evaluations: Using the Stream Quantification Tool (SQT) to assess conditions and optimize mitigation costs.

Cultural Resource Compliance: Ensuring historical and archaeological sites are properly evaluated under preservation laws.

The Road Ahead

As the project nears its final permitting phase, Lord & Winter remains a steadfast partner in environmental stewardship. Our ongoing role includes:

Coordinating cultural resource compliance.

Monitoring mitigation compliance.

Guiding contractors through environmental regulations during construction.

A Legacy of Responsible Development

Growth and environmental responsibility intersect through strategic planning, regulatory expertise, and a commitment to sustainability. At Lord & Winter, we value our partnerships with developers as we work together to shape responsible, thriving communities. After all, our work is more than compliance—it’s a collaboration in building a sustainable future.

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