• Focus on the land: Unlike a building plan which focuses on the interior design, site planning focuses on the entire plot of land and how the building will fit within it.

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• Consideration of constraints: Site planners need to analyze existing conditions like topography, soil types, drainage, and zoning laws to design a functional and compliant development. 

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• Elements included: A site plan typically shows property lines, setbacks, easements, building placement, parking areas, access roads, landscaping, and utility lines.