This new AutoCAD based application is indispensable to all Architects, Planners and Engineers involved in the initial layout of a proposed development site. It is ideal for all sites whether residential or industrial, large or small. Running in all current versions of AutoCAD, AutoCAD ADT and AutoCAD MAP, CDS Layout Designer means quicker feasibility decisions, approvals and consequent building starts.

Design tools provided include:

• Road sketching
• Housing layout
• Surface analysis

CDS Layout Designer aids the Architect, Planner or Engineer to develop an accurate estate layout simply and quickly. The resulting layout can then be used directly for vertical and drainage design using Causeway's CDS Site Developer software without the need for any re-input.

Benefits:

• Speedier appraisals - evaluate alternative mixes to ensure flexibility, saleability and profit.
• Minimised redesign - road standard radii and minimum building separation guaranteed from the outset.
• Prompt approvals - try more alternative layouts to minimise construction costs.
• Quicker return on investment - earlier starts and consequent completions mean earlier sales.