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Stage 0 > Strategic Definition
0.5.6.5
Decide whether it is realistic to undertake the commission. Are
you confident that the timetable, quality of services and budget
can be met? What are the risks, and can they be traded off
against likely benefits to the practice if the commission is won?
0.5.6.6
It is important to note that the Construction (Design and Management)
Regulations 2007 (CDM Regulations) apply to the project once you start
to develop design elements that cannot or will not be changed. This is
generally accepted as ‘initial design’ as described in the Approved Code
of Practice. This will be the case irrespective of whether fees are being
charged, and is even the case with competitions or bids.
The duties under the CDM Regulations are imposed under criminal law,
not contract law, and therefore the consequences for any breach are
very serious and cannot be insured against.
0.5.7
Inspections/tests
0.5.7.1
There are no specific requirements for inspections/tests in this
stage, but you should make yourself familiar with the site and
its context, particularly in terms of planning policy and the key
constraints and opportunities presented by the site.
0.5.8
Consultations, approvals and consents
0.5.8.1
There are no specific requirements for consultation, approvals
and consents in this stage.
0.5.9
Cost planning
0.5.9.1
There are no specific requirements for cost planning in this
stage, but an understanding of the likely capital cost parameters
is necessary to assess the viability of a project. Seek advice from
other consultants on this if necessary. You may find that they are
prepared to offer advice on a speculative basis at this stage in
order to gain an introduction to the client.
