Step Two - Developing the Concept

Sketch design

The concept stage involves developing sketches that illustrate the development. These should include:

• Setbacks from boundaries
• Pedestrian and vehicle access ways
• Parking and manoeuvring space (if parking is to be provided)
• Private open space for residents

You should examine surrounding development and uses, and gather documentation.

 

This exercise will prove useful for:

• Consultation with planners and other consultants to guide advice
  • Confirm applicable zone, codes and building considerations
• Preparation of planning and other consultant reports
  • Planning reports: noise emission, contamination reports, heritage impact assessment
  • Specialist reports: fire assessment, accessibility