R02 Project Onboarding 7 min read

Starting a Modular Project: The 4 Critical Onboarding Milestones

Location details, zoning documents, target dwelling counts and site access surveys. How to structure your initial brief for accurate architectural and budget feasibility.

1. The Initial Dossier: Plot Survey & Zoning Parameters

Every successful modular endeavor begins with hard property facts: an official cadastral parcel map, local zoning regulations (setbacks, height limits, maximum floor area ratios), and a clear user briefing.

A conceptual sketch and an official building permit drawing carry vastly different engineering weights. Providing accurate municipal guidelines at the start saves weeks of design iterations.

2. Logistics Clearance & Role Distribution with Local Partners

Modular units measure between 3.0 and 4.2 meters in width. Verifying access roads, turning radii at intersections, low-hanging bridges and overhead power lines is an essential pre-design checkpoint.

Simultaneously, local roles must be assigned: your local registered architect handles local council permit submission, while a civil engineer manages foundation soil testing. SERMODULA interfaces seamlessly with your team.

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Onboarding Stage #1

Stage 1: Briefing & Plot

Required Client / Site Information
Title deed, zoning certificate, boundary survey, room brief
SERMODULA Deliverable / Action
Preliminary zoning yield & modular typology suitability review
Onboarding Stage #2

Stage 2: Access Survey

Required Client / Site Information
Street widths, google street view / video of final approach
SERMODULA Deliverable / Action
Transport clearance report & crane positioning feasibility
Onboarding Stage #3

Stage 3: Local Team Setup

Required Client / Site Information
Local licensed architect contact (for municipal permit signing)
SERMODULA Deliverable / Action
BIM model exchange & technical specification matrix delivery
Onboarding Stage #4

Stage 4: Feasibility Sign-off

Required Client / Site Information
Review of initial project economics and delivery timeline
SERMODULA Deliverable / Action
Locking design package & transition to production engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the entire process take from initial enquiry to moving in?
Typically 4 to 6 months once building permits are issued: 4-6 weeks for detailed engineering and procurement, 4-8 weeks for factory manufacturing, and 2-4 weeks for shipping, crane assembly and final utility hookup.
Does SERMODULA build permanent permitted homes or temporary modular containers?
SERMODULA builds 100% permanent residential architecture on concrete foundations complying fully with European building regulations, Eurocode standards and local zoning laws. They are permanent real estate assets designed for a 60+ year lifespan.
Where are the volumetric modules manufactured and what quality standards apply?
All modules are manufactured in our modern offsite facilities in Türkiye under EN 1090-2 (EXC3) execution class for structural steel, CE conformity marking and ISO 9001 certified Inspection and Test Plans (ITP).
How are acoustic and fire separation performance guaranteed between apartments?
When volumetric modules unite, an independent double-steel-wall system with decoupled air cavity and acoustic damping is created, achieving airborne sound insulation of Rw >= 58 dB and fire resistance of REI 90 to REI 120.
How are turnkey modular costs calculated without hidden extras?
Instead of quoting vague single-figure square meter rates, our 175-item cost baseline itemizes factory fabrication, road/sea freight, craneage, local foundations and engineering fees in a transparent project feasibility budget.