Engineering and landscape manual
We have standards to design, construct and maintain long lasting projects in Waterloo.
Our Comprehensive Engineering and Landscape Manual explains what we need to get approvals for development and infrastructure projects.
Digital version (PDFs)
- Volume 1 - Table of Contents and Introductions
- Volume 2 - Process
- Volume 3 - Drawing and Report Requirements
- Volume 4 - Transportation
- Volume 5 - Underground Servicing, Grading and Utilities
- Volume 6 - Stormwater Management
- Volume 7 - Landscape Architecture
- Standard Drawings
If you see something that requires an edit or have a suggested revision to the Comprehensive Engineering and Landscape Manual (CELM) please complete our CELM change form provided below.
CELM change form (PDF)
If you require an alternate format, contact 519-747-8509, TTY (for deaf) 1-866-786-3941 or email: CELM@waterloo.ca.