Predevelopment
The phase of a construction project during which initial activities and studies are conducted to assess the project feasibility and scope before detailed design and planning.
Predevelopment involves site analysis, financial assessments, and preliminary design work, determining project viability.
Used in a sentence
Predevelopment activities include feasibility studies and securing financing for the project.
Synonyms/variation
Feasibility Study
Preliminary Planning
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