Determine Access Limitations and Project Scope
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What happens here
Evaluate the site for potential access points for heavy construction machinery. The video explicitly highlights a critical constraint: "zero machinery access too. So you know it's by hand." This observation is crucial for project planning, as it dictates that the entire scope of work—including the complete demolition and removal of the old wall, the extensive excavation of "a ton of backfill," and the subsequent construction of a new "proper retaining wall"—will necessitate intensive manual labor. Factor this significant logistical challenge into the project's estimated duration, labor requirements, and overall cost.
Goal: Outline the logistical challenges and initial project requirements for replacement.