What was the purpose of the SUE investigation for the TMG Builders project?

The SUE investigation was completed to identify the locations of existing underground utilities so the design team could make informed decisions and reduce utility-related construction risks.

How did the investigation help the project in the busy urban core?

It combined field investigation data with utility record information to create composite utility drawings, giving the team a clearer understanding of underground conditions before construction.

What standard was used for the utility mapping quality levels?

The drawings were prepared to the highest quality levels outlined in CI/ASCE Standard 38-02, as requested by the Emerald Park development team.

Emerald Park Development

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8 September 2026

Kiwa T2 completed a SUE investigation in North York, mapping underground utilities to support design and reduce construction risk.

Client: TMG Builders

The SUE investigation for this unique project in a busy urban core, provided key information regarding the location of the existing underground utilities to be used during the design of the project. A combination of data from the field investigations and utility record information was used to create the composite utility drawings. The drawings showed the utilities at the highest quality levels as outlined in the industry standards CI/ASCE Standard 38-02 and requested by the Emerald Park development team, allowing them to proceed with construction, having addressed utility-related risks.