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Hold Points, Inspections & In-Progress Approvals for Landscaping

The Hold Points, Inspections & In-Progress Approvals workflow supports landscaping contractors by organizing checkpoints and approvals during project execution. It includes scheduling city or HOA inspections, verifying compliance, and documenting approvals. By using this checklist, landscaping companies reduce delays, prevent disputes, and improve efficiency. Clients benefit from confidence that work meets required standards. Teams gain accountability and alignment. With this workflow in place, landscaping contractors can protect profitability, strengthen credibility, and deliver outdoor projects smoothly.

List planting approval and irrigation tests

Schedule planting and hardscape reviews

Notify city landscape rep if required

Prep plant beds and remove trash

Print planting map and species list

Review plant placement and irrigation

Foreman checks soil prep and layout

Meet landscape reviewer onsite

Replace plants or adjust layout

Get signed planting approval

Record bed approval and plant sign-off

Let landscaping proceed per approvals

Proceed with planting or hardscape

Save planting sign-off and photos

List planting approval and irrigation tests

Schedule planting and hardscape reviews

Notify city landscape rep if required

Prep plant beds and remove trash

Print planting map and species list

Review plant placement and irrigation

Foreman checks soil prep and layout

Meet landscape reviewer onsite

Replace plants or adjust layout

Get signed planting approval

Record bed approval and plant sign-off

Let landscaping proceed per approvals

Proceed with planting or hardscape

Save planting sign-off and photos