Codes

Identify the relevant codes Local building code Local accessibility code (or ADA) Local fire code (or the NFPA) Mechanical, electrical and plumbing codes Local Zoning Bylaws

Building Code Analysis Steps Gather general building data (construction Type, Use Group, etc.) Calculate occupancy load based on Specific Use Plan with shaded areas Chart with calculations Analyze egress system Calculate capacity of corridors, doors, and stairs Life Safety Diagram (Max. length of egress travel, separation of exits, fire rated partitions) Compartmentalization diagram

521 CMR, the MA Accessibility code Look at the table of contents: our building type is…. Section 25: Entrances Section 26: Doors and doorways Section 27: Stairs Section 28: Elevators Section 29: Floor surfaces Section 30: Public toilet rooms Section 32: Kitchens Section 34: Storage

780 CMR, The MA Building Code Look at the table of contents Chapter 4: SPECIAL USE AND OCCUPANCY Chapter 6: TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION Chapter 8: INTERIOR FINISHES Chapter 9: FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS Chapter 10: MEANS OF EGRESS Chapter 11: ACCESSIBILITY Chapter 12: INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT Chapter 13: ENERGY CONSERVATION Chapter 34 REPAIR… AND CHANGE OF USE OF EXISTING STRUCTURES

Step 1: Gather general data What is the “Use Group” of the this project (R2)? What is the building “Construction Type” (IIIB - unprotected)? Will project be sprinklered throughout (yes)? What are partition and floor ratings?

Life Safety Diagram Maximum length of egress travel: 120’ (250’ allowed) 2-hour partition 1-hour partition Actual separation of exits: 149’ (102’ min. allowed – 1/3 diagonal)

Compartmentalization Diagrams FROM FRONT Compartmentalization Diagrams PREVIOUS CIRCULATION DIAGRAMS FROM BACK

Create model for our site…

Presentation organization Graphics Use the Master Slide Avoid dark, heavy backgrounds (esp. when printing) Plans and images LARGE (but don’t enlarge in PowerPoint) Final summary slide Spell check Presenting Practice first Body language Eye contact