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Quick Answer: Who Is Responsible for HOA Stormwater Repairs in Georgia? In nearly every Georgia subdivision, the Homeowners Association (HOA) is legally responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of all on-site stormwater facilities — including detention ponds, retention ponds, outlet control structures (OCS), headwalls, spillways, pipes, catch basins, and any Best Management Practice (BMP) installed with…

Intro Civil engineering plays a critical role in development projects. Choosing the right civil engineering firm can significantly impact the success of a development project. From site design and grading plans to permitting and infrastructure planning, the engineering team plays a critical role in how efficiently a project moves forward. Learn more about our Civil…

Civil engineering plays a critical role in the success of development projects. From site design and grading plans to stormwater management and permitting, the engineering process determines how efficiently a project moves from concept to construction. In this video, Mack Engineering explains how the firm was founded and why its approach to civil engineering focuses…

In real estate development, success is rarely accidental. Projects that perform well—financially, operationally, and long-term—are almost always the result of a disciplined, repeatable process. At Mack, we don’t leave outcomes to chance. Our proprietary process is the foundation that protects our clients and drives project success. This process wasn’t created in theory. It was built through…

In civil engineering, coordination isn’t a bonus—it’s the difference between a project that performs as intended and one that quietly bleeds time and money. One of the most overlooked decisions in a development project is whether your civil engineer has in-house stormwater engineering. That single choice can determine how coordinated your plans are—and how controlled your…

Civil engineering doesn’t stop at the plan set—and the most costly mistakes often don’t show up until construction is already underway. That’s why hiring a civil engineering firm with real field experience isn’t just a benefit; it’s a necessity. At Mack, our engineers spend time in the field, not just behind a screen. That hands-on experience fundamentally…

In today’s development environment, getting a set of civil plans approved is no longer the finish line—it’s the starting point. The real value comes from having the right plan, designed by engineers who understand not only codes and calculations, but how those decisions translate into real-world costs, constructability, and long-term performance. At Mack, we believe…

The Mack Family of Brands didn’t start as a traditional engineering firm—and that distinction matters. Founded in 2016, Mack was built from inside the world of private equity and real estate investment, not from the sidelines. Our ownership team spent years directly involved in investment deals, underwriting projects, managing risk, and watching first-hand how civil…