A site plan is an architectural plan, usually from an aerial perspective, that is a detailed engineering drawing of proposed improvements to a given lot. A site plan usually shows a building footprint, parking, drainage facilities, sanitary sewer lines, water lines, lighting, and any landscaping elements.

A site plan is a “graphic representation” of the arrangement of buildings, parking, drives, landscaping and any other structure that is part of a development project.

A site plan is a set of construction drawings that a builder or contractor uses to make improvements to a property. The site plan verifies that local development codes are being met and as a historical resource for future reference. Site plans are often prepared by a design consultant who must be either a licensed engineer, architect, licensed builder or land surveyor. These plans are a council/private certifier requirement for an application submission.