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    Parameter of Site Selection & Analysis

    The Process of Site Selection


    The site selection process - indicates the practice of new facility location,
    both for business and government. Site selection involves measuring the
    needs of a new project against the merits of potential locations.
    Step 1: Confirm Readiness
    The purpose of the readiness review is to assess when to begin the
    formal and informal site selection activities, to determine whether there are
    any significant changes in the assumptions of the Feasibility Study and Site
    and Design Prospectus, and to identify any emerging issues and information
    that can impact site selection.
    Duration: 2 Weeks
    Recommended Activities

    Review Feasibility Study and other documents such as Project


    requirements; Site cost assumptions; Relocation cost assumptions;

    Project approvals and funding; and Project schedule.


    Confirm status of project approvals and funding

    Step 2: Develop Work Plan


    Composing a Site Selection Work Plan;

    to provide guidance to ensure that site selection is performed

    accurately and completely;


    to ensure that the appropriate experts and professionals participate at

    the right time;


    to complete the site selection tasks in an efficient manner
    to keep stakeholders informed and aid in reaching consensus for the
    recommended sites(s).

    Duration: 2 Weeks
    Recommended Activities:

    Selection of Site Investigation Team


    Develop Work Plan
    Review and/or revise general, technical, and financial site criteria
    Develop communication plan

    Step 3: Conduct Search for Site


    Duration: 9 Weeks
    Recommended Activities:

    Commence discussion with customer agency and community


    Finalize Evaluation Factors
    Advertise for sites
    Conduct site tours and site searches
    Compile site offers and searches

    Step 4: Long List Evaluation


    In this step, the Site Investigation Teamusing their knowledge of the
    project and its requirements, technical factors, and financial factorsreviews

    and evaluates the long list. Typically, the three (3) most suitable sites that
    satisfy the evaluation criteria compose the short list for further analysis.
    Duration: 3 Weeks
    Recommended Activities:

    Evaluate Long List Requirements - the team reviews both offered and
    unoffered sites for their suitability to support the project requirements,
    technical factors, and financial factors described in the advertisement
    and determined by the Site Investigation Team
    Criteria Categories for Long List Evaluation:
    -

    Project Requirements : Required Site Area, Location Preferences,


    Site Coverage, Security Requirements, Sustainability,
    Neighborhood Characters/Immediate Surroundings, Traffic and
    Transportation, Image and Visibility, Local Planning

    Requirements/Initiatives, Budget, and Schedule


    Technical Factors : Site Context/Location Information, Physical
    Elements of Site, Zoning and Local Codes, Public Streets and
    Alleys, Subsurface/Geotechnical Conditions, Seismic Conditions,
    Energy Conservation/Utilities, Sewer, Historic
    Preservation/Cultural Resources, Existing Use/Ownership and

    Control , Community Services,


    Financial Factors : Site Acquisition and Relocation Costs,
    Demolition/Remediation Costs, Site Construction and Preparation

    Cost, Infrastructure Improvements, Local Economic Devt Impact,

    Funding Sources, Owners Financial Performance


    Select Short List of Sites
    Communicate Short List to Stakeholders
    Notify Offerors

    Step 5: Short List Evaluation


    Duration: 25 Weeks
    Recommended Activities:

    Conduct Detailed Site Evaluation


    Communicate/Review Recommendations
    Prepare Final Site Investigation Report
    Recommend Preferred Sites
    List of supporting exhibits/documents: Site Directives, Selection
    Criteria, Public Notice, Photos of Recommended Sites, Site Plans,
    Boundary Survey, Zoning Report, Soil Testing Information, Seismic Map,
    Water/Storm/Sanitary Sewer Maps, Flood Zone Map, real Estate Value
    Analysis, Cultural Research Overview, Preliminary Site Assessment,
    CATEX/EA/EIS Reports.

    Note: CATEX-Categorial Exclusion; EA-Environmental Assessment, EISEnvironmetal Impact Statement


    The Process of Site Analysis
    Site Analysis - It involves the evaluation of an existing or potential site in
    relation to the development program, environmental impact, impacts on the
    community and adjacent properties, project budget, and schedule.

    The site analysis identifies environmental, program, and development


    constraints and opportunities. A well-executed site analysis forms the
    essential foundation for a cost- effective, environmentally sensitive, and
    rational approach to project development.

    Why a Client may need Site Analysis Services?


    -

    To evaluate development constraints and opportunities for a site


    To asses basis for purchase
    To asses infrastructure characteristics of site
    Gain information for basis of a zoning variance

    Knowledge and Skills Required in Site Analysis:


    -

    Knowledge of climate, topography, soils, and natural features


    Knowledge of site utility distribution systems
    Ability to evaluate site access and circulation factors
    Understanding of building siting considerations
    Familiarity with planning and zoning ordinances
    Ability to analyze multiple factors objectively
    Ability to work with related or specialty disciplines

    Tasks of Owner/Representative in the Site Analysis Process:


    -

    Program investigation
    Site inventory and analysis
    Site evaluation
    Report development

    Site Analysis in Relation to Clients Need:


    1. Site Selection - the site analysis is needed to identify the best site based
    on the physical, cultural, and regulatory characteristics of the site and its

    surroundings, as well as the sites adaptability to and compatibility with the


    proposed program.
    2. Program Definition - The focus of site analysis will be on determining
    the development capacity of the site so the program can be further defined
    in terms of density, open space, and environmental quality. The resulting site
    program will set the stage for site design.
    3. Site Accommodation - When a client has both a defined program and a
    selected site, the site analysis objective will be to maximize the potential of
    the site for its intended use by developing a thorough understanding of the
    opportunities and limitations it offers.
    4. Development Potential Evaluation - In some cases a client already
    owns or is considering the purchase of an undeveloped or underdeveloped
    property and seeks site analysis to accurately define the general
    development potential and market value of the property.
    5. Special Site Studies - Each site will present a unique set of issues and
    concerns. As part of site analysis, special studies may be required. Examples
    are utilities studies, environmental impact studies, historic resources
    inventories, and studies of special opportunities, such as the construction of
    co-generation plants or solid waste disposal systems.
    Site Analysis depends on:
    -

    Owners Situation
    Project Size

    Program Complexity
    Site Itself

    The Process of Site Analysis


    Step 1: Program Investigation
    The building program is investigated with respect to the selected or
    optional building footprints; area required for parking, circulation, open
    space, and other program elements; and any special constraints or
    requirements such as security, easements, preserving natural habitat,
    wetlands, and the like.
    Step 2: Site Analysis
    The physical, cultural, and regulatory characteristics of the site are
    initially explored. The site evaluation checklist identifies factors that may be
    considered. Some of these factors can be assessed by collecting and
    analyzing information; others are best addressed by walking the site and
    traversing its environs.
    Step 3: Site Evaluation
    At this point, thorough assessments are conducted when necessary to
    develop the site analysis plan. These may include physical testing of aspects
    of the site, its improvements, and adjoining properties.
    Step 4: Report Development

    The site analysis report normally includes property maps, geotechnical maps
    and findings, site analysis recommendations, and a clear statement of the
    impact of the findings and recommendations on the proposed building
    program.
    The Factors in Evaluating a Site
    1) Physical Factors
    1.a. Climate
    -

    Prevailing Winds: direction, velocity, Special Forces like tornados

    and hurricanes
    Solar Orientation: sun angles, days of sunlight, cloud cover, shading

    of/from adjacent structures, natural features and vegetation


    Temperature: ranges of variation, maximum and minimum

    temperature
    Humidity: ranges of variation, maximum and minimum temperature
    Precipitation: peak period totals, annual and seasonal amount of

    rainfall
    1.b. Topography
    - Legal Property Description
    - Topographic Maps and Aerial Photos: contour and spot elevations,
    slopes, escarpments, erosion channels, rocks, ledges, ridges,
    drainage lines and other unique features, visual characteristics, and
    -

    potential obstacles in the topography during construction


    Analysis of Physical Features
    Existing Access and Circulation: vehicular, pedestrian
    Vegetation
    Existing Water Bodies: location, size , depth, direction of flow,
    quality, expected water levels, ecological features like swamp, lake,
    pond, rivers

    Drainage Canals: river, stream, marshes, lakes, ponds


    Existing Waterway Easements: surface and sub-surface
    Surface Drainage
    Unique Site Features

    1.c. Geotechnical/Soils
    - Basic Surface Soil Type
    - Rock and Soil Type: characteristics, formation and origin
    - Bedrock: Depth, Classification
    - Seismic Conditions
    - Environmental Hazards
    1.d. Utilities
    - Potable Water
    - Electricity
    - Gas
    - Telephone
    - Cable television
    - Sanitary Sewer Service
    - Storm Drainage
    - Fire Protection
    1.e. Immediate Surroundings
    - Neighborhood Structures
    - Shading and Solar Access
    - Noise
    - Odors
    - Views and Vistas
    1.f. General Services
    - Fire and Police Protection
    - Trash/Refuse Removal System/Services
    - Snow Removal including on-site storage
    2. Cultural Factors
    2.a. Site History
    -

    Former Site Uses: hazardous dumping, landfill, old foundations,

    archeological grounds
    History of Existing Structures: historic worth, affiliations, outline,
    location, floor elevations, type, condition, use or service

    2.b. Land Use, Ownership and Control


    -

    Present Zoning of Site and Adjacent Property


    Adjacent Surrounding Land Uses: present, projected, probable

    effects of development
    Type of Land Ownership
    Function and Pattern of Land Use: urbanized, farm type, grazing,

    public domain
    Location, Size and Type of Pertinent Community Services: school,
    market, parks, municipal services, recreational facilities, banks,
    food services, health services, access to highways and public
    transportation

    2.c. Economic Value


    -

    Political Jurisdiction
    Accepted Territories
    Future Potential
    Size of Surrounding lots and approximate price ranges

    3. Regulatory Factors
    3.a Zoning Codes
    -

    Permitted Uses: by variance, by special use permit, accessory

    structures
    Minimum Site Area Requirements
    Building Height Limits
    Yard/Setback Requirements
    Lot Coverage: Floor-Area Ratio (FAR), Percentage of Coverage, Open

    Space Requirements
    Off-street parking Requirement
    Landscaping Requirements
    Sign Requirements

    3.b. Subdivision, Site Plan Review, and Other Local Requirements


    -

    Lot Requirements: size, configuration, setbacks and percent coverage


    Street Requirements: width, geometry, curb and curb cuts, road
    construction standards, placement of utilities, dead end streets,
    intersection geometry, sidewalks, and street names

    3.c. Drainage Requirements


    -

    Removal of Spring and surface water


    Stream courses
    Lands/areas subject to flooding
    Detention/Retention Ponds

    3.d. Parks
    -

    Open Space Requirements


    Park and Playground Requirements
    Screening from adjacent users

    3.e. Environmental Regulations


    -

    Water, Sewer, recyclables and solid waste disposal


    Clean Air Requirements
    Soil Conservation
    Protected Areas, wetlands, floodplains, coastal zones, wild and scenic

    areas
    Fish and Wildlife Protection
    Protection of Archeological Resources

    3.f. Other Codes and Requirements


    -

    Historic Preservation and Landmarks


    Architectural/Design Controls
    Special districts
    Miscellaneous: mobile homes, billboard, noise

    Site Related Items specified in Building Codes: building separation,


    parking and access for persons with disabilities, service and
    emergency vehicle access and parking

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