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Planning & Due Diligence

Getting to Know You and Your Objectives

The planning and due diligence phase is the critical first step in any site development project. This is where we get to know your vision, assess feasibility, and gather key information to guide the design process. By evaluating site conditions, project goals, and regulatory requirements upfront, we set the stage for an efficient and well-informed design process.

Planning & Due Diligence

Benefits

Understand Your Project’s Goals

We take the time to understand your vision, priorities, and constraints to ensure that we're aligning with your objectives.

Identify Feasibility Challenges Early

Through research, site analysis, and preliminary sketches, we pinpoint potential obstacles early on.

Develop a Clear Roadmap for the Next Steps

By compiling surveys, basemaps, and preliminary cost estimates, we provide an informed foundation for project planning and execution.

What to Expect

The planning and due diligence phase follows a structured approach to ensure a smooth and efficient project kickoff. Here’s what to expect:

* Every project is unique! Exact steps and services will vary.

1. Customer Needs Assessment

We start with a conversation with you, to understand your project’s goals, constraints, and priorities so we can tailor our approach to meet your needs.


2. Research & Limited Feasibility Analysis

Our team conducts initial research to identify potential zoning, environmental, and infrastructure challenges that could impact project feasibility.


3. Design Cost Estimate

Based on preliminary findings, we provide a high-level cost estimate for your design project, to help you assess project feasibility within your budget.

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You Want a Strategic Plan to Move Forward

Having a feasibility sketch, basemap, and early cost estimates provides a clear foundation for the next steps in the design and approval process.

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You Need to Identify Feasibility Challenges Before Committing

A preliminary analysis of zoning, environmental, and infrastructure factors can prevent costly surprises down the road.

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You’re Defining Your Project’s Scope and Budget

Understanding site constraints and potential costs early helps ensure a realistic and achievable development plan.

Use Cases

Planning and due diligence are essential for anyone embarking on a site development project. It addresses typical client needs at this stage in a site design process:

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