Planning Due Diligence
An early review of the planning matters that can affect a property decision.
Who we work with
Purchasers, lenders, landowners and developers need an early planning review before relying on assumptions about what a site can accommodate or committing to a development concept.
When you need us
Before committing to an acquisition or development concept, clients need to understand permissions, restrictions and issues requiring further investigation.
What we do
Identify site-specific planning constraints and opportunities
Outline matters affecting the proposed use or approval path
What you receive
Our findings help clients assess the planning assumptions behind the transaction or proposal and focus subsequent investigations.
What we need to begin
Provide the address, parcel plan, proposed use, available approval documents and transaction deadline. Include any conditions or assumptions in the proposed agreement and questions raised by your other advisers.
Related assignment
In a related acquisition valuation, gsi reviewed employment land permissions, servicing considerations and constraints affecting usable development capacity. The work distinguished developable and constrained components when comparing potential acquisition configurations.
Questions & answers
Can a review be limited to a specific acquisition question?
Yes. A focused instruction can address a defined planning assumption. We identify the limits of that review and any further investigation needed for a broader decision.
Does zoning alone tell us what can be built?
It is one part of the review. Site characteristics, other planning provisions, approval records and technical constraints may also affect a proposal.
What if key municipal records are unavailable?
We identify the missing records and their significance. Conclusions based on incomplete information need qualifications, with follow-up work defined where necessary.