(Richmond, IN)--An engineering firm has identified some potential issues related to water at the proposed Smith Hill development on Richmond’s southeast side.  In that report, which is part of the materials being reviewed by the Richmond Advisory Plan Commission, soil testing has revealed water on some building sites as close to the surface as a foot and a half.  The report states that basements may not be possible in all locations and that significant, long-term dewatering requirements should be anticipated.  The report also states the underground water could cause an issue with the installation of utilities.  The Plan Commission will hear more when it meets on the 18^th of this month.