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Nov 6, 2017 14:13
6 yrs ago
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Spanish term

HABILITACION DEL SITIO

Spanish to English Other Architecture Degree transcript (Architecture)
Context: Bachelor's degree in Architecture (transcript).

Can anyone help with "HABILITACION DEL SITIO" please?

My attempt:

"SITE MODIFICATION"

Thanks.
Proposed translations (English)
4 +1 site preparation
3 +2 Site development
4 +1 site enabling
4 +1 SITE COMMISSIONING/COMMISSIONING OF THE SITE
4 +1 site preparation
4 pre-construction approval
3 Site Clearance
3 -1 SITE RECLAMATION

Discussion

Anne Bitton (asker) Nov 8, 2017:
When I asked the client if he was sure that he was happy with "site development", this is what he said Phil: Regarding the “Habilitacion del sitio” issue. To my understanding, and what I remember from the course, is that “habiltacion del sitio” in the context of construction means getting a site ready for building, this includes a series of preparation activities like, getting permissions, clearing and levelling the ground, arrange for water and electricity connections, laying pipes for the sewage systems, etc. , but also “Habilitacion del sitio” is just the name of the course so “site development” didn’t sound that wrong to me, even though it is quite a general term. I also had a check on the link you sent. “Site preparation” or “fitting out site” both sound to me as valid alternatives what might be more precise than “site development”. So in other words, I don't think there is much between "site development" and "site preparation". Maybe "site preparation" has the edge.

philgoddard Nov 7, 2017:
The client is wrong.
Anne Bitton (asker) Nov 7, 2017:
The client prefers "site development". Thanks for all suggestions and help.
Anne Bitton (asker) Nov 6, 2017:
It was in capital letters in the original, Oliver, which is the only reason I used capitals.
Anne Bitton (asker) Nov 6, 2017:
Yes, I think "fitting out" might be appropriate. At the end of the day, I can check with the client but wanted to find the best term before returning for checking really. I think the French would use "amenagement" in this context (?).
Manuel Aburto Nov 6, 2017:
Without any further context and according to my experience as a civil engineer I would say:

Fitting out of site/facilities

http://www.epd.gov.hk/eia/register/english/permit/ep2262005/...

Actually, it depends on the context "habilitación" is being used.
Anne Bitton (asker) Nov 6, 2017:
Thanks for suggestions so far. Unfortunately there isn't really any more context, because it is a degree transcript so contains single lines of text to describe course elements.

Proposed translations

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17 hrs
Spanish term (edited): habilitación del sitio
Selected

site preparation

Examples:

http://cncsitedevelopment.com/site-preparation-process/

Site Preparation - Home Design Directory
https://www.homedesigndirectory.com.au/construction/site-pre...
**Learn about site preparation as it applies to the construction of houses.** Part 2 of Pre-construction requirements.

Architectural Project Manager: Job Description, Duties and ...
study.com/.../Architectural_Project_Manager_Job_Description_Duties_and_Requirem...
**From site preparation to building completion, architectural project managers oversee elements of the design and construction processes.** Part of this preparation ...

FAR -- Part 36 Construction and Architect -- Engineer Contracts
farsite.hill.af.mil/reghtml/regs/far2afmcfars/fardfars/far/36.htm
36.209 -- Construction Contracts With Architect-Engineer Firms. .... of work such as **grading, paving, building outside utilities, or site preparation** are involved;.

Peer comment(s):
neutral philgoddard : I've already said this.
6 hrs
Sorry. I didn't agree with 'site enabling' and didn't read your entire entry. Maybe you could have reposted 'site preparation'? 'Site enabling' is not widely used.
agree Christian [email protected]
1 day 18 hrs
Thank you, Christian!
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4 KudoZ points awarded for this answer. Comment: "Thanks Muriel. I think this is the simplest and best option. Unfortunately I had a deadline and finalised with "site development" in the actual translation, but the client was happy overall. I will use this next time. "
-1
24 mins

SITE RECLAMATION

It is hard to say without any context but it could be this.

http://context.reverso.net/translation/spanish-english/habil...

Peer comment(s):
disagree Manuel Aburto : Though we lack enough context, I do not think "habilitación" can be translated as "reclamation"
41 mins
The UN thinks it can in certain contexts. See my reference.
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+2
29 mins

Site development

It can be translated in many ways. I would prefer Site development.
Anyway, more context can help us arrive at a more accurate translation.
Reference:

https://www.linguee.es/espanol-ingles/traduccion/habilitaci%C3%B3n+del+sitio.html

Note from asker:
Thanks Ashok. The client has opted for "site development".
Peer comment(s):
agree Andrew Bramhall : Yep, and no need for undue capitalisation;
6 mins
neutral philgoddard : No, development is the whole construction process from start to finish.
1 hr
agree Christian [email protected] : I am an architect...
2 days 11 hrs
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+1
1 hr
Spanish term (edited): habilitación del sitio

site enabling

This is what happens before you start building.

Here's a recent example from Los Angeles, where you can see from the picture that the site has been leveled and prepared for the construction of a new concourse:

“El trabajo de **habilitación del sitio** ... se ha completado en el plazo previsto y por debajo del presupuesto. Ahora, la construcción va a todo vapor hacia la apertura para finales de 2019”, señaló al respecto, Deborah Flint, directora ejecutiva de Los Angeles World Airports.

And here's the English quote:
"With the **enabling work** for the midfield concourse site now completed – on time and under budget – it is full speed ahead towards opening the concourse at the end of 2019,” said Deborah Flint, chief executive officer of Los Angeles World Airports.

And finally, a (slightly ungrammatical) definition:

"ENABLING WORKS ARE PREPARATIONS TO MAKE A BUILDING SITE READY FOR CONSTRUCTION.
It covers activities from site preparation, creation of access routes, and the installation of facilities like security fencing, ramps, and placing of signs.
The result is a site that enables not only construction teams and materials to enter and begin work safely and efficiently, but neighbouring buildings and infrastructure to keep functioning safely and without impediment."
http://www.jurovichsurveying.com.au/faq/what-are-enabling-wo...

You could also say "site preparation".


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Note added at 1 hr (2017-11-06 16:08:38 GMT)
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Spanish quote and picture:
http://a21.com.mx/aeropuertos/2017/04/18/avanza-ampliacion-d...

Original English quote:
http://www.passengerterminaltoday.com/viewnews.php?NewsID=84...
Reference:

http://www.jurovichsurveying.com.au/faq/what-are-enabling-works

Peer comment(s):
agree neilmac
3 hrs
neutral Christian [email protected] : Perhaps, but I (an architect) have never heard that expression.
2 days 10 hrs
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+1
4 hrs

SITE COMMISSIONING/COMMISSIONING OF THE SITE

He visto este término utilizado en textos técnicos para referirse a la habilitación de una planta o máquina. Creo que puede aplicarse perfectamente a un sitio de trabajo.
Example sentence:

he completion and processing of a commissioning report leading to a decision on the commissioning of the site

Reference:

http://www.nws.noaa.gov/wsom/manual/archives/NA739207.HTML

Peer comment(s):
agree neilmac : I prefer this for the query context (degree transcript). Mainly because it sounds official.
39 mins
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16 hrs

Site Clearance

Makes sense, but without any more context...
Reference:

https://www.dm.gov.ae/wps/wcm/connect/6234ee004410d66dae89aed6bee7af10/dm-dsi-Part3-App4-Section2.pdf?MOD=AJPERES

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+1
1 day 8 hrs

site preparation

I think in the U.S., the activities that the references cited included in "HABILITACION DEL SITIO" are part of what we would call site preparation: clearing the site of brush & debris, rough grading to make a working surface for the project, fencing, removal of trees, demolition of existing structures that aren't going to be kept, etc.
Good discussion here: https://www.voglerllc.com/what-is-site-preparation/


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Note added at 2 days7 hrs (2017-11-08 21:56:47 GMT)
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I will withdraw my answer - I somehow didn't see Muriel's, which was earlier. Sorry
Peer comment(s):
agree Christian [email protected]
1 day 3 hrs
Thanks, Christian :-)
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2 days 9 hrs

pre-construction approval

Before and construction can take place, especially for a major project, a whole series of requirements must be made and approved, such as environmental impact studies, financing, sometimes removal of hazardous waste, building plans approved, permits approved, etc. It is a long process, because of gov't red tape, which can take years before a green light is eventually given. There may also be issues of acquiring eminent domain and further delays brought on by lawsuits.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pre-construction_services



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