Who We Are
Built for Northern Nevada's Toughest Developments
A civil engineering firm rooted in Reno, built for the complexity of commercial, industrial, and high-quality development projects across the region.
Our Story
Precision Engineering Rooted in Northern Nevada
Monte Vista Consulting was founded with a clear mission: deliver precision civil engineering for the developers, builders, and municipalities shaping Northern Nevada's growth. Since our founding, we have been committed to technical excellence, agency relationships, and practical solutions that keep projects on schedule.
Our experience spans commercial site design, industrial development, land entitlement, and the specialized regulatory environment of the Tahoe Basin. We have guided projects through every Northern Nevada jurisdiction — from Washoe County and the City of Reno to Carson City and TRPA — building the agency relationships that mean fewer surprises and faster approvals.
Our clients come back project after project because we understand what it takes to get things built in this region. That local knowledge, combined with rigorous technical standards, is what sets Monte Vista apart.
Our Engineering Philosophy
- 01 Practical Over Theoretical
Engineering solutions that work in the field and pass agency review — not just on paper.
- 02 Agency Relationships First
We have earned trust with every major Northern Nevada agency over years of successful project delivery.
- 03 Client Partnership
We treat every project as if it were our own development — proactive communication, no surprises.
- 04 Quality at Every Scale
From a single-lot infill project to a multi-acre commercial campus — the same standards apply.
Years of Experience
Serving Northern Nevada developers since our founding
Projects Completed
Commercial, industrial, residential, and public works
Counties Served
Washoe, Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and more
Agency Submissions
Track record of first-submission plan approvals
What We Know
Deep Expertise Across Every Phase of Development
Commercial & Industrial Site Design
From small infill parcels to large industrial campuses, we design sites that meet agency standards and work in the real world.
Entitlement & Permitting
We navigate zoning, land use, and environmental permits — knowing which agencies need what and when saves months of project time.
TRPA Regulations
The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency requires specialized knowledge. We understand coverage calculations, BMPs, and TRPA's environmental review process.
Washoe County & City of Reno
Our experience with local jurisdictions means we design to their standards from day one, minimizing revision cycles.
Stormwater & Drainage
Compliant SWPPP, BMP plans, and stormwater management designs that meet NDEP and Lahontan Regional Water Quality Board standards.
Utility & Infrastructure
TMWA service design, sewer extensions, road improvements, and public improvement plan preparation for every major Northern Nevada utility district.
Our Team
Experienced Engineers, Local Knowledge
Our licensed engineers bring decades of combined experience working in Northern Nevada's unique regulatory environment. We are not a large corporate firm — we are a focused team where every principal is directly involved in your project.
Meet the TeamCredentials & Licenses
- Licensed Professional Engineers — State of Nevada
- Licensed Professional Engineers — State of California
- TRPA-Registered Engineering Firm
- SWPPP Qualified Personnel
- Washoe County Approved Engineering Firm