Developer Due Diligence Checklist

Pre-Acquisition Due Diligence Checklist

Before committing capital to any commercial development, thorough due diligence is essential. This checklist covers the critical items every developer should verify.

Regulatory & Zoning - [ ] Confirm base zoning designation - [ ] Review overlay districts and special designations - [ ] Verify permitted uses match intended development - [ ] Check setback, height, and FAR requirements - [ ] Review parking requirements - [ ] Confirm utility easements and right-of-way

Environmental & Physical - [ ] Obtain FEMA flood zone determination - [ ] Review Phase I Environmental Site Assessment - [ ] Check wetlands delineation - [ ] Verify soil conditions (geotechnical) - [ ] Review topographic survey - [ ] Check for endangered species habitat

Infrastructure & Utilities - [ ] Confirm water service availability and capacity - [ ] Verify sanitary sewer capacity - [ ] Check stormwater detention requirements - [ ] Confirm electrical service availability - [ ] Verify gas service (if needed) - [ ] Check broadband/fiber availability

Financial & Market - [ ] Complete market demand analysis - [ ] Review comparable sales and leases - [ ] Obtain construction cost estimates - [ ] Model pro forma with sensitivity analysis - [ ] Review tax implications and incentives - [ ] Assess financing feasibility

This checklist can be automated with SiteIntel's feasibility reports, which cover regulatory, environmental, and infrastructure items in a single analysis.