| | Category 1: building use |
| | Description | Desired functionality of the proposed building | | Elements | Institutional, medical, research, food service, multimedia, recreational, office, retail, instructional, mass transit, and residential |
| | Category 2: project validation |
| | Description | Determining the levels of importance based on project requirements and expectations | | Elements | Sustainability considerations, end user considerations, modifications needed to meet regulatory requirements, usage rationalization, amenities, and site location (e.g., LEED rating systems, LBC certification, and Envision Sustainable Infrastructure Rating System) |
| | Category 3: project costs |
| | Description | Determining the level of effort required to achieve the desired project cost | | Elements | Available funding, types and sources of project funds, cost and financing, and related/resulting projects |
| | Category 4: project schedule |
| | Description | Assessing the level of effort required to achieve the desired project schedule | | Elements | Proposed project end date, schedule milestones and deadlines, and related/resulting projects |
| | Category 5: building considerations |
| | Description | Assessing the level of effort required for a new building or existing building to meet size requirements | | Elements | Usage adaptability, classroom size, occupancy, market capacity, volume, area uses in net and gross surface area, number of laboratory stations, linear feet or display space, occupant accommodation requirements, operational security system requirements, and antiterrorism standards |
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