Site Selection by Ar. Lee

PHYSICAL AND SITE PLANNING
Weighting Factors (WF)

After identifying the site selection elements, the next step is to assign weighting factors to
each element. Assignment of the weighting factors is the designer/community’s
opportunity to apply its values to the evaluation process so that the final scores for each
site reflect issues involved at the local level. This is often accomplished through community
surveys, public meetings and other forums for developing consensus among the parties
affected by the project. A suggested model for the designer/community weighting factors is
shown below:
Weighting Factors
1 = not very important
2 = somewhat important
3 = important
4 = very important
5 = essential
Applying Ranking Criteria
Following the assignment of the weighting factors, each selection element is evaluated
according to established criteria and ranked on the simple five point scale from 0 to 4. The
table below gives a suggested definition of each ranking score:
Criteria Ranking Scores

0 = unacceptable (least desirable/least cost effective)
1 = poor
2 = fair
3 = good
4 = excellent (most desirable/most cost effective)
Tabulating and Analyzing Results
Using the Site Evaluation Matrix enter the criteria ranking scores for each element.
Compute the total score for each site by multiplying each criteria score by the weighting
factor and sum them. An example of a portion of the Site Evaluation Matrix is shown below:
The total scores for each site represent a detailed analysis; the highest score should indicate
the most desirable site. If the district or community, based on factors not captured by the
evaluation, desires to choose a site other than the site receiving the highest score, a
narrative justification of this position will need to be developed for inclusion in the site
selection report.
Ranking Criteria Elements
The following are examples of detailed ranking criteria elements that provide specific
guidance in establishing a score of each associated ranking element.
Ranking Criteria Elements (Cont.)
Ranking Criteria Elements (Cont.)
Site Reconnaissance
Checklist
SURROUNDING
AREAS
Site Reconnaissance
Checklist
THE SITE
Data Requirements
and Possible
Sources
Site Planning
Analysis Format
AREA ECOLOGICAL PROFILE
Data/Information Description
A. Geo-physical Environment
1.0 Land Characteristics
1.1 Geography Indicate relative and absolute location of the site and its boundaries with respect
to other plots. A base map or topographic map should be provided to show
boundaries of the site.
1.2 Geology and Geomorphology Describe the major geologic structures/faults, land formations, rock outcrops and
the relative bearing capacity of the surface and sub-surface materials to carry the
weights of structures. Indicates the slope stability, landslide potential, hazard
potential, and areas within and along fault lines.
1.3 Topography, Slope, Aspect, Indicate all man-made physical changes on the project area‟s surface such as
Elevation bldgs., roads, etc.; shows degree of inclination of a given area, expressed in
percentage rise of land relative to its ground distance.
1.4 Drainage, Tributary Patterns, Describe the types of drainage pattern and drainage density. Indicates the name
Catchment Area and location of catchment basins in the area on a map.
1.5 Land Classification & Regulatory State the legal classification of the land (i.e., A&D land or classified and
Status unclassified forest) and discusses the regulatory status of areas with lease or
permits (e.g., reforestation agreements). The land status can be shown on a
map.
1.6 Land Use Describe the current land uses within and around the project area and the extent of
coverage. Can be presented on a map.
1.7 Vegetative Cover Describe the current vegetative cover including the number of species, location
and density. Can be shown on a map.
1.8 Mineral Resources Locate mineral deposits and mining sites.
1.9 Soils Indicate the types of soil, their characteristics and area of coverage. Indicates the
basis for capability classification (i.e. natural characteristics, soil type, existing land
use, degree of soil erosion, etc.)
1.10 Disaster Prone Areas Discuss the natural hazards within and around the project area based on available
historical eruption, floods and droughts. Can be presented in map form.
2.0 Water Characteristics
2.1 Location and Size of Surface Indicate the important surface water resources within and around the site. Includes
Resources location and extent of lakes, reservoir, rivers, irrigation canals, and wetlands. These
are best presented using a map.
2.2 Marine/Coastal Resources Provide information on the coastal and marine resources of the area such as
mangroves, coral reefs, sea grasses, and aquaculture resources.
2.3 General Groundwater Provide information on the water table, location of wells and springs, aquifer
Information recharge and discharge rates, groundwater yield and groundwater.
2.4 Water Use and Regulation Describe the observed water usage of springs, wells, and surface waters within
and around the site by the local population, i.e., bathing, washing, irrigation,
fishing, recreation, etc.
2.5 Surface Water/Stream Discuss the importance of the watershed as a source of water, or deterrent
Condition against flooding, etc.
2.6 Prevailing Tidal Fluctuations Discuss the prevailing tidal fluctuations in the area. Indicates location of any
tide gauging stations.
B. Biological Environment
1.0 Vegetation/Flora Describe the terrestrial and aquatic vegetation according to species
composition, population densities and distribution, species diversity, distribution
f vegetation types, standing crop, etc.
2.0 Fauna Describe the terrestrial and aquatic fauna according to species, population
densities and distribution, species diversity, productivity, etc.
C. Socio-Cultural Environment
2.0 Quality of the Urban or Rural Discuss in detail the existing general setting where the site is situated to assess
Setting the impact of any site development especially in a well-established settlement
pattern where potential problems may arise due to the introduction of the new
development. People‟s perceptions especially about the existing quality of life
within the area should be recorded for future reference.
3.0 People living in and Discuss the behavioral settings around the project area including the people who live around the
Around Project Area project area, the number of structures around the project area and their approximate age,
condition and the way they are laid out.
4.0 History of the project area Discuss the historical transformation of the site from the point of view of its changing landscape
and significance. Indicates historical objects or sites of interest on or near the site.
5.0 Land ownership and Discuss legal control over the use of the land and how they might affect the site as well as the
Planning controls land immediately adjacent to it. Incorporate legal mandates (i.e., regulations on densities, FAR,
open land retention, parking, etc.) or restrictions on what may be built on the site.
6.0 Landmarks Discuss distinct features, natural or man-made, which stand outs from the general scene or are
remembered by people.
7.0 Landscape Character Discuss the landscape character or visual attributes within and around the project area especially
those that cannot be controlled such as mountains, or the community‟s cultural heritage and the
way the people have used or maintained the land within the constraints of their local
environment. Discusses the factors that operate to keep the landscape looking as it does.
8.0 Views Discusses the natural and man-made elements, patterns, textures and colors within and around
the project area which could be preserved, enhanced or screened.
9.0 Power and Utilities Utility trunks and distribution lines for electricity, water, drainage, sewerage
10.0 Roads and Access Major transport channels and the areas serviced by them

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Weighting Factors (WF)

Criteria Ranking Scores

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