Area for vehicles to park. Amounts of fill needed to create a level site on a slope. Slopes or drop-offs can be used to an advantage. Limitations of topography on traffic flow between buildings. Surface and subsurface drainage as they relate to topography.
Southern exposures can take advantage of winter sun and provide some protection against summer heat.
Wind currents and storm patterns can determine placement of buildings. The position of the building can take advantage of beneficial wind currents for natural ventilation. Provision for expansion. Access to electrical lines with adequate capacity to run commercial equipment. Location of poles and overhead or underground lines.