Faster Approvals. No Costly Setbacks
Energy and infrastructure projects require multiple permits from different agencies, and the process is often slow, confusing, and full of regulatory hurdles. A single missed approval can halt construction for months, leading to financial losses and frustrated stakeholders.
Access NEP specializes in navigating complex permitting requirements to ensure projects stay compliant, on schedule, and free from unnecessary fines or shutdowns.
Why Project Permitting Matters
Project delays and denials
Successful permitting requires more than just knowing which permits are needed—it demands clarity on what must be prepared, compiled, and submitted. By coordinating closely with the client, design team, and relevant agencies, we ensure accurate, complete submissions that minimize the risk of delays, resubmissions, and technical denials.
Navigating the process to avoid setbacks
Government agencies are made up of real people with responsibilities, protocols, and communities to serve. Effective permit coordination means working directly with these individuals throughout the process—ensuring they receive what they need, understand the project clearly, and are in a position to confidently say “yes.”
Permitting includes compliance
Agency involvement doesn’t end when a permit is issued. Many permits come with conditions and compliance steps that must be fulfilled before, during, and after construction. We stay engaged to help ensure that every requirement is met, reducing the risk of legal or operational setbacks.
Our Approach to Project Permitting
Permit Identification & Planning
- Determine all required permits at local, state, and federal levels.
- Identify special exemptions and approvals needed for road use, land development, and environmental impact.
- Establish a clear permit acquisition timeline to prevent last-minute roadblocks.
Application Preparation & Submission
- Complete all necessary paperwork, ensuring 100% accuracy to avoid rejections.
- Coordinate with project teams to prepare and gather required documentation, such as plan sets, specifications, narratives, engineering reports, studies and assessments.
- Submit applications on behalf of clients, reducing administrative workload.
Regulatory Agency Coordination
- Work directly with government agencies to resolve concerns and speed up approvals.
- Attend public hearings and review meetings to advocate for project approval.
- Monitor ongoing regulatory changes that may affect permitting requirements.
Ongoing Compliance & Issue Resolution
- Ensure continued permit compliance as project conditions change.
- Handle modifications or appeals if agencies impose unexpected restrictions.
- Provide compliance tracking reports to keep stakeholders informed.
Who Needs This Service?
Renewable energy developers navigating strict permitting regulations.
Oil & gas companies dealing with multi-agency approvals for linear or site specific development projects.
Infrastructure & construction firms responsible for permitting and compliance for their work.
Case Studies
Facility Development – Idaho
A facility in Idaho required strict “special inspections and testing” compliance—not just for the building structure, but also for equipment foundations. Acting as Special Inspection Coordinator, Access NEP managed complex inspection protocols, documentation, and agency coordination to ensure compliance and successfully obtain the Certificate of Occupancy.
Pipeline Project – Midwest
This linear project crossed multiple jurisdictions, each with its own permitting requirements. Access NEP partners managed the complexity by building strong relationships with agency representatives, maintaining meticulous organization, and ensuring full compliance through expert communication.
Natural Gas Compressor Station – Tennessee
A large industrial facility within a major metropolitan jurisdiction faced a multi-year permitting process. Access NEP led the effort, coordinating private meetings, public presentations, and strategic negotiations—including key concessions—to secure project approval.