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Development / Project Briefs L1 Flashcards

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Explain the difference between a development and a project brief.

A

Development Brief :
Strategic vision and objectives for a project.
Guides overall direction and goals.
Addresses broad aspects like site use, design principles, and sustainability.
Sets framework for subsequent planning stages.

Project Brief:

Detailed requirements and constraints for a specific project.
Translates development brief into actionable plans.
Includes site conditions, functional needs, budget, and timelines.
Facilitates communication and project management.

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Explain how the stakeholders can influence the design and outlay of the development.

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Through Input and Feedback
Negotiation
Legal Approvals

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Explain your understanding on the structure of a project brief.

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This includes an introduction outlining the projects purpose and objectives, background information.

It identifies key stakeholders involved and outlines their roles.

Requirements and expectations are provided, along with specifications for deliverables.

Timeline with key millstones and budget allocations

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What elements are included within a Development brief?

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Outlines key project parameters and objectives including site description, planning context, design requirements, land use allocation, infrastructure needs, environmental considerations, phasing and delivery plans, community engagement strategies and legal & financial aspects.

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Tell me about the key objectives of a development/project brief you have been involved with.

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Pollard Wood - Where I considered multiple option scenarios, aligning with local planning polices, providing essential site details and maximising return on investment.

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What is a Project Brief?

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Outlines objectives, scope and requirements on specific projects.

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What is a Development Brief?

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it outlines the specific requirements and expectations for a development project.

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What essential site details would you want to include in a development/project brief?

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  • Site Location
  • Size
  • Boundaries
  • Topo Surveys
  • Access Points
  • Existing Infrastructure
  • Utilities Availability
  • Environmental Constraints
  • Planning History
  • Legal or Regulatory Considerations
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Tell me about potential third party stakeholders involved in a brief.

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  • Local Residents
  • Government Agencies
  • Utility Providers
  • Neighbouring Property Owners
  • Interest Groups
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What environmental features and issues would you consider?

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  • Topo Survey
  • Soil Conditions
  • Water Bodies
  • Vegetation
  • Wildlife Habitats
  • Flood Risk
  • Pollution Sources
  • Air Quality
  • Noise Levels
  • Cultural Heritage Sites
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Tell me about your understanding of the consultation process.

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Involves:
- Engaging with relevant stakeholders & the public to gather feedback and input on the proposed development or projects

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What legal issues may impact upon a brief?

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  • Zoning Regulations
  • Land Use Restrictions
  • Planning Permissions
  • Environmental Regulations
  • Building Costs
  • Property Rights
  • Easements
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What health & safety issues may impact upon a brief?

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Construction hazards: Working at height, hazardous materials.

Worker & public safety: Risks with machinery, noise pollution.

Compliance: Follow regulations, conduct risk assessments.

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Give me one key factor relating to the planning policy background which would impact upon a brief.

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Zoning regulations: Determine land use and permissible developments.

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Tell me about your understanding of the principle types of land ownership

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That there is:
- Freehold
- Leasehold
- Commonhold
- Crown Land

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What key milestones might be found in a brief?

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  • Initial Brief meeting
  • Stakeholder consultation
  • Site analysis
  • Design Development
  • Planning Application Submission
  • Approval and review
  • Construction Commencement
  • Project completion
17
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How do you set out a programme for a brief?

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Define Objectives: Clearly outline the project’s goals and desired outcomes.

Identify Tasks: Break down the project into smaller tasks or activities.

Estimate Duration: Determine the time required for each task based on resources, dependencies, and constraints.

Sequence Tasks: Arrange tasks in a logical order considering dependencies and critical paths.

Allocate Resources: Assign resources such as personnel, equipment, and materials to each task.
Establish Milestones: Identify key checkpoints or milestones to track progress and ensure alignment with project goals.

Create Timeline: Develop a visual timeline or Gantt chart to illustrate the sequence of tasks and their durations.

Review and Adjust: Regularly review the program to monitor progress, identify issues, and make adjustments as needed to stay on track.

18
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What are the stages to developing a brief?

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Statement of need
Strategic brief
Project brief

19
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What is a statement of need?

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The statement of need is a concise and coherent statement, supported by evidence, on why the project needs to be undertaken

20
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What is a strategic brief?

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is a clear and concise document that outlines crucial information gathered during discovery and lays the foundation for the rest of the project. The document is started after the kick-off meeting, refined once discovery is complete, and approved by the client before any other work is done

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What is a Project Brief

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The project brief is the final stage in the process of defining the client’s requirements for the development of a built asset

22
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What should be included in a project brief

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  • Project details- tenure, scheme details, history, phasing, site characteristics
  • Business plan- funding, budget, milestones/ programme, marketing strategy and risks
  • Design- Quality and specification
  • Stakeholder – management, maintenance and aftercare
23
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At what point would a project budget typically be agreed with the client ?

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At RIBA stage 1

24
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What is a preliminary business case?

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A report reviewing whether the project is worth further investigation

25
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What is construction work?

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Any work in relation to:
- creation
- alteration
- repair
- demolition

26
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What projects need to be notified and to whom?

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Major construction or infrastructure developments.
Projects near environmentally sensitive areas.
Activities involving hazardous materials.
Significant demolition or renovation projects.
Public infrastructure initiatives.

RICS APC - Spring 2024 (39 decks)

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