Choosing a Site for Arena or Stadium:

The following would be our criteria for site selection answering the selection process for Design Class
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Site Selection Criteria:

Geographical
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Site area
Site topography
Geology and previous land use
Planning and zoning restrictions
Types of location
a. Urban sites
b. Semi-urban sites
6. Out-of-town/greenfield site
Sociological
1. The local community
a. Integration with the local community
2. Contributing to the local community

Physiographical
CRITERIA
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Site drainage
Flooding
Site Erosion
Sun Orientation
Protection from Elements
Proximity to Natural Hazards
Alternative Energy resources
Air Inversions/Katabatic Winds
Location

Economic

Site ownership

Site accessibility
1. Public transport network
2. Connections to public utilities
a. Public access
b. Car and coach parking facilities
c. Other access requirements
Off-Site Issues
ISSUES
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Traffic
Noise
Views
Odors
Floodlights and illumination
Surrounding facilities and amenities