The document discusses factors that influence the cost of constructing a 3-storey shop-house with a 2-storey basement located in town. Five key factors are discussed: 1) accessibility to the site due to town location, 2) accessibility to resources, 3) security needs, 4) use of machinery and equipment like scaffolding, and 5) the material storage requirements. Each factor's characteristics and how it can increase costs, such as through additional labor, equipment rental, or construction delays, are described over the multiple pages. Underground services, the water table level, and soil conditions like clay are also outlined as cost considerations.