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Context And Predesign Flashcards

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Is solar orientation a climatic consideration?

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Nope. It’s a site condition.

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List 6 factors that affect wetland health.

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“POWCHI”

Pollution
Overharvesting
(Water) Hydrological Modification
Climate Change
Habitat Alteration
Invasion (Biological)
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List 5 state agencies involved in huge wetland approvals process.

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Dept of Fish and Game
California EPA
State Water Resources Control Board
California Coastal Commission 
State Lands Commission
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List 4 federal agencies involved in the wetland approvals process.

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US Fish and Wildlife Service
US Army Corps of Engineers
US EPA
National Resources Conservation Service

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Name the 4 main permits/approvals for wetland/stream projects.

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USACE 404 Permit
RWQCB 401 Certification
CDFG Streambed Alteration Agreement
CEQA Compliance

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What is the USACE 404 Permit?

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The US Army Corps of Engineers, Section 404 of the Federal Clean Water Act is the primary federal program regulating wetland activities.

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What is RWQCB 401 Certification? And what does it mean?

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Regional Water Quality Control Board, Section 401 of the Federal Clean Water Act specifies that states must certify any activity subject to a federal permit meets all state standards.

State and regional water boards therefore are responsible for certification of projects subject to USACE 404 Permits.

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What is the CDFG Streambed Alteration Agreement?

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Basically the Cal Dept of Fish and Game regulates activities that alter riparian zones of rivers, streams, and lakes.

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What is CEQA? And what is its purpose?

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California Environmental Quality Act

Goal is to maintain a high quality environment by requiring that public agencies identify, mitigate, and avoid significant environmental effects on projects where possible.

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What is the NOAA?

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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

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Describe the inland measurements for California Coastal Zone.

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In urban areas, it’s generally less than 1000 yards inland.

In significant habitat areas, it extends inland to first major ridge line or five miles from mean high tide line (whichever is less).

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What is BCDC?

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(San Francisco) Bay Conservation and Development Commission

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List 4 state agencies involved in a coastal review process.

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California Dept of Fish and Game
California EPA
State Water Resources Board
California Coastal Commission (Coastal Zone)

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Name 4 federal agencies involved in the coastal review process.

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US Fish and Wildlife
US Army Corps of Engineers
US EPA
US Coast Guard (Marine Environmental Protection)

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List 5 ways to mitigate disturbance to flora and fauna.

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“CRPWL” ~ Corporal

Corridors: preserve/maintain wildlife corridors
Replant: disturbed area to another region of the site
Preserve what’s there by designating no disturbance zones
Water: minimize disturbance to water supply
Lighting: minimize evening lighting

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Name 3 acts associated with endangered species.

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CESA = California Endangered Species Act
FESA = Federal Endangered Species Act 
CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act
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CESA?

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California Endangered Species Act

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FESA?

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Federal Environmental Species Act

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Name 2 state agencies involved in endangered species habitat review.

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Department of Fish and Game

California EPA

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Name 2 federal agencies involved in endangered species habitat review.

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US Fish and Wildlife Service

US EPA

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List 5 natural and human caused hazardous conditions.

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Seismic
Fire
Winds
Flood
Hazardous Materials
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What are the 4 types of zone maps?

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“FLTS” ~ Earthquake “flouts” safety measures.

Fault Rupture
Liquefaction and Landslide Seismic Hazard Zones
Tsnumani Inundation
Shaking

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Causes 90% of all earthquake damage.

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Ground Shaking

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CGS? What is its purpose?

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California Geological Survey

Mission is to provide scientific products and services about CA geology, seismology, and mineral resources including hazards that affect health/safety/business interests of people of CA

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What is the goal of the Alquist-Priolo Act of 1972?

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Purpose is to prevent the construction of buildings used for human occupancy on the surface trace of active faults.

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Define active fault. And how far away must a new building be from one?

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Must have ruptured in last 11,000 years.

Usually set back at least 50’.

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What is the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Better known as?

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CAL FIRE

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Per CAL FIRE, how many fire hazard zones are in CA, and what are they?

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3:
Medium
High
Very high

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Name the two key factors in a Fire Hazard Severity Zone model.

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Probability of burning

Probable fire behavior

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Define defensible space.

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Homeowners are required by law to reduce flammable materials around homes. Specifically this zone Is within 100’ of building.

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List three areas of high winds.

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Deserts
Mountains
Coasts

32
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What constitutes wind exposure category B?

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“Burbs”

Urban and suburban areas, wooded zones or other terrapin with numerous, closely spaced obstructions

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What constitutes wind exposure category C?

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“Countryside”

Open terrain with scattered obstructions having heights generally less than 30’

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What constitutes wind exposure category D?

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“Devoid”

Flat, unobstructed areas and water surfaces outside hurricane prone regions.

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What is the basic wind speed of the west coast, excluding special wind regions such as the Sierras and portions of SoCal?

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85 mph

36
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What part of California Building Code determines basic wind speed?

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Figure 1609.

37
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What are FIRMs, and who creates/maintains them?

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Flood Insurance Rate Maps

FEMA is responsible.

38
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List 5 federal and state agencies involved with hazardous materials review.

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Federal: US EPA

The rest are state agencies:
California EPA
California Air Resources Board (part of Cal EPA)
Regional Air Quality Management District
State Water Resources Control Board
39
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List 6 acts, laws, and regulations applicable to the hazardous material review process.

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TSCA: Toxic Substances Control Act (Federal)
CERCLA: Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (Federal)
Federal EPA’s Brownfields Program
California EPA’s Brownfields Program
Federal EPA’s Clean Air Act
Federal EPA’s Clean Water Act

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What is CERCLA more commonly known as? And what is it used for?

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“Superfund”

Used for long term cleanup processes.

41
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List 4 common sources of VOC’s.

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Carpet
Millwork
Paint
Hardwood Floors

42
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What is mold caused by?

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Think “MVW,” almost like a BMW…
Moisture (Excessive!)
Ventilation (Lack thereof)
Warm Air

43
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To mitigate high particulate concentrations in indoor environments, what type of filter should be used (at a minimum)?

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MERV 13 or better (the higher the number the better the performance)

MERV = Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value

44
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List 4 considerations for projects dealing with the elderly.

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Pick 4:
Less mobility
Fewer stairs
More security
Increased Lighting
Material Finish Sensitivity
Indoor Air Quality
45
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List 4 considerations for projects for children.

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Pick 4:
High activity levels
Soft surfaces
More security
Adult supervision
Material finish sensitivity
Indoor air quality
46
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List 4 concerns that a proposed project stakeholder may have.

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Increase in traffic
Increase in density
Appropriate use for neighborhood
Effect on environment

47
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Name 4 national environmental groups.

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Pick 4:
Sierra Club
National Audubon Society
Greenpeace
National Wildlife Federation
National Conservancy
National Resources Defense Council
America's Rivers
48
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Name 4 California environmental groups.

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Pick 4:
Sierra Club
California League of Conservation Voters
Keep California Beautiful
California Wilderness Coalition
California Native Plant Society
Friends of the River
CalTrout
49
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List 4 examples of advisory committees.

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Pick 4:
Schools/Education
Government Affairs
Planning and Land Use
Tourist Development Council
Transportation
50
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What are the 3 main comfort control areas that need to be addressed in interior project performance?

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(Internal Air) Temperature
(Internal) Lighting & Daylighting Levels
Noise Controls

51
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What are the 7 safety and security considerations that relate to project performance?

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“AGE CALS” … Age calls!

Access Control (Card readers, keys)
Glazing (Tempered vs. Visibility @ Exits)
Egress (Paths marked, emergency evacuation plan in place)
Controlled Check In (Reception Desk)
Alarms (fire/smoke/elevator/security/etc)
Lighting: exterior exits/entry + parking lots
Security Cameras @ perimeter/interior

52
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List 4 methods to increase efficiency for heating and air conditioning.

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Pick 4:

Install properly sized equipment.
Select high efficiency furnace.
Use energy star certified units.
Seal ducts to avoid leakage.
Implement radiant floorijng.
Install multiple zone system for efficiency.
Install programmable thermostats.
53
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List 3 methods to increase efficiency for water heating.

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Pick 3:

Insulate hot water tanks.
Install gas water heaters vs. electric.
Insulate hot water pipes.
Install solar hot water system.

54
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List 4 methods to increase efficiency for lighting.

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Pick 4:

Maximize daylighting.
Incorporate compact fluorescents.
Utilize LEDs.
Install dimmer controls.
Install occupancy sensors.
55
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List 4 methods to increase water conservation.

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Pick 4:

Use low flow fixtures (i.e. showerheads, faucets).
Introduce graywater system.
Harvest rainwater.
Install drought tolerant landscapes.
Incorporate drip irrigation w/ rain sensors.

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List 4 methods to increase resource conservation.

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Pick 4:

Reuse existing on site materials.
Reuse of recyclable materials.
Select regionally manufactured materials.
Incorporate rapidly renewable materials.
Use sustainably harvested wood products.
57
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List 4 methods to improve indoor air quality.

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Pick 4:

Specify low/no VOC products.
Properly size and balance HVAC equipment.
Incorporate fresh air into the air circulation.
Utilize passive ventilation.
Ventilate “wet” areas.
Install radon venting.

58
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List 6 types of buildings.

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Think “CCRREM.”

Commercial
Community (or Civic)
Retail
Residential
Essential Services
Mixed Use
59
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What is AIA Document B202-2009?

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This is the standard form of architect’s services for programming.

60
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List 3 tasks performed by the architect per Article 2.1 in AIA B202-2009.

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Confirm scope and intent of proposed project.
Prepare schedule for programming services.
Submit programming documents to owner for evaluation/approval.

61
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What is the architect obligated to produce per Article 2.6 of AIA B202-2009?

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Architect must prepare and present an initial report of its findings to the Owner.

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For AIA B202-2009, what is the end product of Article 2.7? Examples?

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This article refers to the development of the final program summary of project requirements.

Examples include area allowances, space allocations, travel distances, etc.

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List 5 examples of items that may be incorporated into the Program Summary for AIA B202-2009, Article 2.7.

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Executive summary
Documentation of methodology
Value and Goal Statements
Relevant Facts upon which program is based
Conclusion of data analysis
Relationship diagrams
Matrices for space allocations/relationships
Space listings by function and size
Space program sheets including special MEP, etc. needs

64
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Is programming a part of Basic Services per AIA-B201?

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Nope.

65
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List 5 additional services that the architect may provide per Article 3 of AIA B202-2009.

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Pick 5:

Multiple site evaluation
Site suitability
Site planning
Master planning
Preliminary design
Preliminary cost estimating
Scheduling
Market analysis
Detailed existing facility evaluation
Environmental suitability
Support for other consultants contracted to owner
66
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Why would one modify Article 6 of AIA B202-2009?

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This is where special terms and conditions are listed, so any items that modify the standard form of architect’s programming services should be listed here.

67
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Is site planning and evaluation considered a part of basic services per AIA B201?

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Nope.

68
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What is AIA Document B203-2009 used for?

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This is the Standard Form of Architect’s Services for Site Evaluation and Planning.

69
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Per Article 2 of AIA B203-2009, list 4 tasks assigned to the architect.

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Prepare a schedule for site evaluation and planning.
Submit documents to owner for evaluation and approval.
Assist owner in filing documents to reviewing authorities.
Provide specific services as part of the architect responsibility.

70
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What is the first Article for every AIA Contract basically used for?

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Article 1 includes information describing the architect’s performance related to the specific project.

It’s considered “initial information.”

71
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List 6 services an architect may provide to an owner as part of its responsibilities per AIA B203-2009, Article 2.

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Pick 6:
Program analysis (incl. easement, security, habitat)
Site analysis and selection
Site context
Cultural factor analysis
Historic resource inventory
Site development planning
Detailed site utilization studies (service/distribution, sewer collection, communication systems, etc.)
Utility studies
Environmental studies (need for monitoring, impact reports)
Design guidelines, “standards” (think signage, lighting, pedestrian)
Parking and circulation guidelines
Economic analysis (extent of buildable area)
Estimate of cost of work (preliminary)
Planning and zoning analysis
Meetings and presentations (public ones – attend as needed)

72
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Why is Article 5 of AIA B203-2009 important to architects?

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It details compensation!

73
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What section of AIA B203-2009 would I want to amend to include special terms and conditions?

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Article 6 is where special terms and conditions live.

74
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List four types of conditions that may affect a site.

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Topographical, hydrological, geological, and climatic

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