Design Economics and Cost Planning

Question 1

What is the official title for NRM 1?

Answer 1

Order of cost estimating and cost planning for capital building works.

Question 2

What is the latest edition of NRM 1?

Answer 2

3rd Edition October 2021

Question 3

Using NRM 1, how do you structure the cost planning for ‘2. Super-structure’

Answer 3

2.1 Frame (m2)
2.2 Upper floors (m2)
2.3 Roof (m2)
2.4 Stairs and ramps (nr)
2.5 External walls (m2)
2.6 Windows and external doors (m2)
2.7 Internal walls and partitions (m2)
2.8 Internal doors (nr)

Question 4

Using NRM 1, how do you structure the cost plan for ‘8. External Works’

Answer 4

8.1 Site preparation works
8.2 Roads, paths, paving’s and surfacing’s
8.3 Soft landscapes, planting and irrigation systems
8.4 Fencing, railings and walls
8.5 External fixtures
8.6 External drainage
8.7 External services
8.8 Minor building works and ancillary buildings