In this preliminary phase, the architect reviews and studies the owner's objectives, local zoning regulations, and the site information, in order to establish the basic parameters for the project. The architect often records existing conditions and measurements of the site as well as the location and mass of features on adjacent sites that may affect the project. For residential projects, the Architect usually provides a general site analysis to determine potential views, sun exposure, privacy issues, and preferred open outdoor spaces, in order to help create a positive fit between the building and the site. When the project consists of a renovation or an addition to an existing building, the architect will also provide as-built plans; these are drawings of the existing building based on field measurements and existing drawings.
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