Locations

Locations -

Identify
script - story
location
location(s) manager
Location scouts
May be handled by the same person if it is a skeleton crew.
May have to be divided between the two, so there is continuous dialog so they know they are always serving the directors vision.

Library of location  information - Personal library they have produced themselves.
Third party libraries -
 working between the two - the location manager
Offices have their own location libraries - looking through the locations resources.
Legwork -  Go out and conduct this research on your own.
Go out and independently
Might have to get permission form a council - or a private owner.
Photographs might come at a cost depending on the council or owners limitations.
Go out and scout your own Recce Checklist (Recce form.)
Throughout this process, you are trying to identify your limitations and your risks.
What are your limitations  -

How suitable is the space in which you are going to shoiot?
Health
Safety
Limitations
Food
Accommodation
Things for Director
Transport