Business Details
49 Years
experience
Professional Surveying & Civil Engineering Services York, PA
Since our founding in 1977, James R Holley & Associates has maintained an unwavering commitment to excellence in surveying, civil engineering, and land planning services. Our reputation is built on decades of performance-driven results for private and municipal clients across York County, Adams County, Lancaster County, and South Central Pennsylvania communities. We combine technical expertise with personalized service, leveraging state-of-the-art equipment while maintaining responsiveness to client needs.Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in boundary surveys, infrastructure design, and development planning, serving both small-scale residential projects and large commercial developments. With a legacy of community involvement and technical innovationincluding being York's first engineering firm to adopt AutoCADwe continue delivering precise, reliable solutions under evolving leadership that upholds our founding principles of client satisfaction and professional integrity.
Services
Property Surveying
Boundary Surveys
Construction Stakeout
Topographic Surveys
Civil Engineering
Stormwater Management
Zoning Studies
Subdivision Planning
FEMA Certifications
Utility Design
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of localized expertise in York County and surrounding areas
- Our team maintains technical excellence with GPS-controlled survey equipment
- We provide comprehensive services spanning surveying, engineering, and planning
- Our firm balances capacity for complex projects with personalized client attention
- We maintain continuous municipal partnerships serving 18 local governments
Services
Property Surveying
Our property surveying services identify precise boundary lines, easements, and topographic features for residential and commercial properties. Using GPS-controlled equipment, we deliver accurate measurements for ALTA/ACSM standards, legal descriptions, and development planning. Clients benefit from our 45+ years of localized expertise in York County's unique land development requirements.
Civil Engineering
We provide comprehensive civil engineering solutions for municipal infrastructure and private developments. Our services include sanitary sewer systems, stormwater management plans, and roadway design that meets regulatory requirements. With experience in FEMA floodplain analysis and wetland delineation, we help clients navigate complex environmental compliance challenges.
Land Planning
Our land planning services integrate survey data with zoning regulations to optimize property development. We prepare subdivision plans, zoning studies, and grant applications while considering environmental and economic factors. Clients receive strategic guidance for both residential communities and commercial developments across South Central Pennsylvania.
Construction Stakeout
We provide precise construction stakeout services to guide infrastructure and building projects. Our surveyors establish exact reference points for foundations, utilities, and roadways using advanced equipment. This ensures compliance with design specifications and minimizes costly field adjustments during construction phases.
FEMA Certifications
Our FEMA-certified elevation certificates determine flood risk for properties in regulated areas. We conduct detailed elevation surveys and prepare documentation for flood insurance requirements. Clients receive accurate assessments that support LOMA applications and floodplain management decisions.
People
Jason Brenneman
President / Project Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer with 20+ years of experience leading civil engineering projects. Specializes in municipal infrastructure and land development solutions while maintaining the firm's commitment to client-focused service since joining in 2002.
Chad Kehew
Project Engineer
Experienced civil engineer managing complex development projects. Provides technical expertise in stormwater management and utility design while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for both public and private sector clients.
Dave Lipinski
Project Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer specializing in municipal infrastructure projects. Brings technical proficiency in roadway design and storm sewer systems while maintaining focus on practical engineering solutions for local governments.
Dave Simpson
Chief of Survey
Professional Land Surveyor overseeing survey operations with extensive experience in boundary determination and construction layout. Ensures precision in field data collection and adherence to Pennsylvania surveying standards.
Sam Becker
Surveyor
Licensed surveyor contributing to both field and office operations. Applies technical skills in GPS surveying and legal description preparation while supporting the firm's commitment to accurate property assessments.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide boundary surveys, topographic mapping, construction stakeout, ALTA/ACSM standards surveys, and FEMA elevation certifications using GPS-controlled equipment for residential and commercial properties.
Do you work with municipal clients?
Yes, we serve 18 municipal clients including Dover Borough since 1978, providing engineering and surveying services for infrastructure projects and land development regulations.
What civil engineering services are available?
Our civil engineering services include stormwater management plans, sanitary sewer design, roadway improvements, and environmental compliance solutions for both public and private sector projects.
How long have you served York County?
We've provided surveying and engineering services in York County since our founding in 1977, with additional coverage in Adams, Lancaster, Dauphin, and Cumberland counties.
What planning services do you provide?
We offer land use studies, zoning ordinance preparation, subdivision planning, and development feasibility assessments that integrate environmental and regulatory considerations for residential and commercial projects.
