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