Site Selection

Site selection often has a substantial impact on construction cost and the long-term flexibility of a facility. Hixson’s Site Selection Consulting Services provide detailed analysis of potential sites, covering multiple angles. Through these services, Hixson helps our clients make informed decisions, based on both current needs, and potential future growth, to find the optimal site. Specific services include:

• Site criteria development, including acreage, utility requirements, building size and layout, and neighborhood compatibility issues.
• Site suitability evaluation, including evaluation of terrain, utilities, road and rail access, and expandability/flexibility.
• Environmental site evaluation, including phase 1 and phase 2 assessments and local environmental requirements investigations.
• Public utility and infrastructure costs and availability assessment, including electricity, natural gas, water and wastewater treatment.
• Permit requirements investigation
• Building code analysis
• Seismic analysis