Bring evidence
Plot documents for professional review, site photographs, broad priorities and unanswered questions.
Prepare a more useful first conversation
The Practical Building Planning Guide
Good planning does not eliminate uncertainty; it makes uncertainty visible enough to assign and resolve.
Avoid premature detail
Do not lock finishes or room geometry before levels, structure, services and exposure are understood.
Name decision owners
Record who will decide, who must advise, and the date needed to protect sequencing.
Verify current rules
Architects, engineers and the relevant authority must confirm current project requirements.
Bring the right questions to the first meeting
Use the site-readiness planner to create a concise, non-guaranteed preparation summary. Verify technical, contractual, legal and approval matters with appropriately qualified professionals.
Open the planner