Vocabulary - Site Analysis
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PROJECT SCOPE The defined parameters of a project.
Contextual Analysis Evaluating the surrounding environment, both built and natural, to inform the site’s development.
Zoning The local land-use regulations that govern what can be built on the site.
Carrying Capacity The maximum number of people or activities the site can support without environmental degradation.
Stakeholder Engagement Involvement of individuals or groups (e.g., clients, community) who have a vested interest in the project’s outcome.
Microclimate Analysis Assessing how small-scale weather conditions (temperature, wind, humidity) affect the site and design decisions.
Wind Patterns The prevailing winds that influence design decisions for comfort and energy efficiency.
Noise Pollution Assessing external noise sources that could affect the usability and enjoyment of the site.
Permitting Understanding the regulatory permits required for development based on environmental, zoning, or structural impacts.
Cultural Landscape Historical or culturally significant elements of the site that need to be preserved or incorporated into the design.
Risk Assessment Identifying potential hazards, such as flooding, earthquakes, or landslides, that could affect the site.
SWOT Analysis Identifying the site’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats.
Land-Use How the site is currently used (residential, commercial, agricultural) and how it can be developed.
Circulation Analysis Evaluation of pedestrian, vehicular, and cyclist movement through the site.
Viewshed Analysis Studying the visibility of the site from surrounding areas to manage aesthetic impacts.
Sun Path Analysis Understanding how sunlight moves across the site during different seasons to optimize energy efficiency and comfort.
Stormwater Management Assessing how rainwater is absorbed, stored, or runs off the site to prevent flooding or erosion.
Access Points The locations where people or vehicles enter and exit the site.
Wildlife Corridors Pathways animals use to travel through the site, which may influence design for preservation or mitigation.
Sustainable Practices Evaluating options to incorporate energy-efficient, resource-saving, and eco-friendly materials and methods in the design.
Carrying Capacity Analyzing how many people, structures, or activities the site can support without ecological degradation.