Project Planning: The Critical Role of Feasibility Studies

Posted on May 14, 2025

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Lunch and L.E.A.R.N. – Project Planning: The Critical Role of Feasibility Studies
June 30, 2025
12 p.m. EDT

Tompkins Chamber is proud to bring you a Lunch & L.E.A.R.N. seminar:

Project Planning: The Critical Role of Feasibility Studies

Presented and sponsored by Trade Design Build.

Trade Design Build is a New York-based integrated architecture and construction firm, combining design, construction and woodworking into one cohesive process to create inspired projects for clients who value design vision and quality craftsmanship.

12–1 p.m. – Overview

  1. Defining the problem – Try to avoid problems before they arise and identify pinch points.

  2. Identifying the vision and goals – Clearly identifying the vision and goals of the project.

  3. Existing site conditions – What do you already have?

  4. Physical space program – What do you need for project success?

  5. Code and zoning requirements and review – What can and can’t you do on the property?

  6. Budget and schedule – Setting realistic budget goals, designing and building to a budget.

  7. Scenarios – Options to weigh based on results of study.

  8. Case study – Real-world examples of feasibility studies.

  9. Deliverables – What to expect to get from the report.

1–1:30 p.m. – Q&A with presenters

Presenters:
Chris Willett, Partner & Project Manager
Michael Barnoski, Partner & Architect

Date/Time
Monday, June 30
12–1:30 p.m.

Fees/Admission
$10 for members
$15 for non-members

Lunch from Viva Taqueria is included.

Location
Tompkins Chamber
124 Brindley St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
This venue is ADA accessible
Virtual Zoom option available

www.tompkinschamber.com

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