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Site conditions: road right of ways (view source)
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== Desktop Analysis of Background Documents ==
== Desktop Analysis of Background Documents ==
−An initial desktop assessment of the site which includes various background studies, reports, and existing site plans will help have a larger understanding of the site, expected conditions, and what will need to be verified.
+An initial desktop assessment of the site which includes various background studies, reports, and existing site plans will help have a larger understanding of the site, expected conditions, and what will need to be verified.
+Background information that could help determine project targets and scope technical investigations could include:
+* Municipal road sections and profiles
+* Construction drawings from adjacent properties
+* Servicing drawings (hydro, phone, gas, cable, and other utilities)
+* Grading plans
+* Stormwater management and drainage reports
+* Reports of flooding from adjacent households
+* Sump-pump and foundation drain connection information
+* Local stormwater management criteria
+* Hydrologic models
+* Hydraulic models
+* Orthophotography and aerial photos
+* Surveys
+* Local digital elevation model (DEM)
+* Surficial soils and geology data
+* Geotechnical investigations and reports
+* Digital base mapping (GIS) showing roads, buildings, property fabric, watercourses, storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure, and water mains
+* Relevant local policies, by-laws and standards
+* Standard templates for design drawings and tender document
+* Watershed or subwatershed studies
+Once the desktop analysis is completed, you can now proceed to field reconnaissance to verify site conditions
== Field Reconnaissance of Site Conditions ==
== Field Reconnaissance of Site Conditions ==