The footprint describes the space occupied by a proposed scaffold arrangement and its associated provisions at the location.
What does this mean for your project?
The discussion extends beyond a strip directly beside the wall. Access, projections and connections with other facilities may require additional space. Distinguish the completed structure from temporary working space needed during erection and dismantling when preparing a simple site sketch.
Identify existing functions that must remain available, such as an entrance, bicycle route or drainage access. Include underground spaces and restrictions not apparent in a basic plan view. An empty area does not automatically provide a suitable supporting surface for the proposed installation.
Where the footprint involves public or shared space, use arrangements belong in the preparation. The planner provides an overall elevation sketch, not a decision about ownership, permission or structural suitability. Those questions require investigation against the actual address and intended activity.
Explore this subject through Base plate and Access route.
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Is footprint the same as frontage width?
No. Width is only one dimension. Depth, access, support and surrounding functions also affect the required space.
Can any empty pavement area be proposed?
You can identify a preferred location, but permission, use arrangements and suitability require separate coordination and assessment.