H8 - Plan Renovations and Additions - LT #2 Flashcards
How does Renovations differ from New Construction?
1) Renovations have more unknowns
2) Safety, more of a concern, potential hazardous materials
3) Building May be occupied
Name three OHS requirements that may apply to a large renovation:
1) Notice of project
2) Hazardous material inspection and report.
3) Protection from falling materials.
If new siding is being installed on a building, does the installation have to meet current code?
No, but it cannot decrease the level of building performance.
Does an addition have to meet current code?
Yes.
For renovations, wen are building permits required?
1) Structural change
2) Plumbing change or change of occupant use. Some municipals require permit for replacing window, roofing and water heaters.
When renovating a designated building, what Building Code provisions are used?
Alternate compliance methods for heritage building.
What is the purpose of preliminary drawings?
Give owner an understanding of the scope of work and final look when renovations are complete.
Why are as-built drawings sometimes needed for renovation projects?
Needed due to change caused by unknowns encountered during construction.
Why are temporary support systems often undersized compared to permanent support systems?
They are designed for current loads instead of maximum probable loads.
Name some housekeeping concerns during demolition stage of a renovation.
Allow for a safe passage, don’t overload and piled waste stable.
What is needed when a waste bin is to be parked on municipal property?
Permit for the duration of the bin’s location.
Why are nails pulled from the back side of trim that is being salvaged?
Minimize damage to the face of material.
Name some of the things a renovation worker should be concerned about in order to maintain good public relations?
Housekeeping, bathroom use, smoking, language, loud music and parking.
Name three methods for adding an addition to a building:
1) Floor area to underside of building or top.
2) Lift the building & add a story under the existing first story.
Whenever the structural integrity of a building is affected, what is needed?
Temp. support or bracing must be provided.
What is a notice of project?
OHS regulation - must be sent to Worker’s Compensation Board 24 hours before start of work.
When is a building permit required in a renovation?
Building permit required only when:
1) Structural change
2) Plumbing change
3) Change in occupancy use.
Construction drawings for renovations will normally show:
Construction drawings for renovations will normally show:
Before & After for portions of building being renovated.
Why is proper insurance very important in renovation work?
Proper insurance very important:
Property damage can greatly exceed the cost of work being done.
Contractor needs coverage to protect self, and owner to protect self AND contractor should a loss occur that is not the contractor’s fault.
Municipalities need a permit to do what aspect of renovation:
Demolition.
Factors to decide:
1) Building use
2) Zoning
3) Build
Demolishing a portion of a structure safely - requires:
Accordance with the instructions of an Engineer.
Hazardous Materials inspection:
Hazardous material inspection must be completed before start of demo.
Services on property before demolition:
Must be disconnected.
Protecting existing aspects or property during renovation can be done:
Hoardings such as: Tarps, sheets of polyethylene, or even temporary walls.
Existing flooring must be protected:
Existing flooring must be protected with floor runners.
Architectural features are often:
Architectural features are often reclaimed for use during renovation. Careful removal with wedges and prybar.
Additions are required to meet code ? True or False?
Additions normally required to meet current codes.
