Pre-Construction Site Assessment Checklist
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General Site Information
Basic details about the site and project.
Project Name
Site Address
Site Area (sq ft)
Date of Assessment
GPS Coordinates (Latitude/Longitude)
Brief Site Description (existing conditions)
Site Ownership Type
Site Map/Aerial Photo
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
Verifies legal access and adherence to relevant codes and permits.
Proof of Site Ownership/Lease Agreement
Copy of Site Access Permission/Right of Entry
Zoning Compliance Verification
Date of Zoning Compliance Review
Summary of Permitting Requirements
Number of Required Permits
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Required?
Copy of Existing Easements (if applicable)
Topography & Geotechnical Conditions
Assessment of the land's slope, soil type, and potential geological hazards.
Maximum Site Slope (%)
Description of Soil Types Encountered
Soil Bearing Capacity (Estimated)
Geotechnical Report (if available)
Groundwater Level (estimated depth)
Evidence of Past Landfill/Contamination
Presence of Rock Outcrops
Notes on Potential for Subsidence or Settlement
Environmental Considerations
Identifies potential environmental impacts and necessary mitigation measures.
Is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) required?
Summary of potential environmental impacts (e.g., noise, dust, water pollution)
Sensitive ecological areas present?
Estimated Noise Levels (dB) at property boundaries
Supporting documentation (e.g., Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment report)
Proximity to water bodies (rivers, streams, lakes)
Proposed mitigation measures for potential environmental impacts
Utilities & Existing Infrastructure
Evaluation of available utilities and existing structures on the site.
Available Water Supply?
Confirmed Water Pressure (PSI)
Existing Electrical Service?
Available Electrical Capacity (Amps)
Gas Service Available?
Description of Existing Infrastructure (buildings, fences, etc.)
Site Map/Survey Showing Utilities (if available)
Sewer/Septic System?
Notes on Existing Utilities Condition
Access & Site Logistics
Assessment of site access routes and logistical considerations for construction.
Primary Site Access Point (GPS Coordinates)
Width of Narrowest Access Road (meters)
Vertical Clearance of Lowest Overpass (meters)
Types of Vehicles Required for Site Delivery (Select all that apply)
Details of Site Delivery Routes (including any turning restrictions or low bridges)
Estimated Daily Vehicle Trips
Traffic Management Plan Required?
Site Map indicating access routes and potential bottlenecks
Hazards & Risks
Identification of potential hazards and risks related to the site conditions.
Known Flood Zone?
Estimated Slope Steepness (degrees)
Observed Ground Instability (e.g., cracks, sinkholes)
Potential Soil Hazards
Proximity to Fault Line?
Description of any unusual odors or visual cues suggesting potential hazardous materials
Attach Site Photos Showing Potential Hazards
Existing Vegetation & Wildlife
Assessment of existing plant life and potential impacts on wildlife.
Describe existing vegetation types (e.g., trees, shrubs, grasses).
Are there any protected or endangered plant species present?
Approximate number of mature trees on site.
Note any signs of wildlife activity (e.g., tracks, scat, nests).
Potential impact on wildlife (High/Medium/Low)
Attach photos of vegetation and wildlife observations.
Describe the potential impact of construction activities on the existing vegetation.
Historical & Cultural Resources
Identification of potential historical or cultural resources on the site.
Preliminary Desktop Review Completed?
Known Historical Structures Present?
Description of Observed Historical Features (if any)
Photographs of Potential Historical Features
Contact with Local Historical Society Made?
Summary of Consultation with Local Historical Society (if applicable)
Archaeological Survey Required?
Notes regarding potential cultural impacts.
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