Site Selection Criteria:

Asking the Right Questions

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The site for any project should be selected based on the type of project that
is to be executed. For the most part, structural engineering consultants in
Vadodara will be able to help with the selection process.

Through the site selection process, multiple sites are examined assessing
their advantages and disadvantages after which it is determined which site is
the best suitable.

Here are a few things that will need to be considered before buying a piece
of land.

1. Location
• Is it suitable for the project?
• How accessible is the site?
• What are the adjacent activities?
• Are the approach roads well made and safe?
• How far are the public transportation services?
• Will it appeal to the target audience?

A good site location will depend on how well balanced all the aspects of the
site are and how the site and building will act together and impact each
other.

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 2. Land
• What types of utilities are available?
• What zone does it fall under? (Industrial, Residential, Agricultural)
• Will the parking requirement be fulfilled?
• What is the SBC i.e. Soil Bearing Capacity?
• Is there enough space to develop the entire project?
• Will future expansion be possible?
• What is the topography? Will contour maps be required?

3. Legalities
• Are there any disputes over the land?
• Who is the seller and is he credible?
• Are there any zoning restrictions and if so what are they?
• What is the prevalent cost?

Finding answers to some of these questions will be an easy task but a lot of
research will be required for the rest of them. Rushing through the process,
or making haphazard decisions will affect the entire project. So, even if the
site selection process is lengthy and time-consuming, don’t give up.

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At Shah and Talati we provide structural engineering and project
management services in the industrial and infrastructure sectors. For us,
client satisfaction is the top priority. We strive to provide the best quality of
work which sets us apart from other structural engineering consultants in
Vadodara. Come meet with us today for your next venture!

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