H8 - Plan Renovations and Additions - LT #2

Question 1

How does Renovations differ from New Construction?

Answer 1

1) Renovations have more unknowns
2) Safety, more of a concern, potential hazardous materials
3) Building May be occupied

Question 2

Name three OHS requirements that may apply to a large renovation:

Answer 2

1) Notice of project
2) Hazardous material inspection and report.
3) Protection from falling materials.

Question 3

If new siding is being installed on a building, does the installation have to meet current code?

Answer 3

No, but it cannot decrease the level of building performance.

Question 4

Does an addition have to meet current code?

Answer 4

Yes.

Question 5

For renovations, wen are building permits required?

Answer 5

1) Structural change
2) Plumbing change or change of occupant use. Some municipals require permit for replacing window, roofing and water heaters.

Question 6

When renovating a designated building, what Building Code provisions are used?

Answer 6

Alternate compliance methods for heritage building.

Question 7

What is the purpose of preliminary drawings?

Answer 7

Give owner an understanding of the scope of work and final look when renovations are complete.

Question 8

Why are as-built drawings sometimes needed for renovation projects?

Answer 8

Needed due to change caused by unknowns encountered during construction.

Question 9

Why are temporary support systems often undersized compared to permanent support systems?

Answer 9

They are designed for current loads instead of maximum probable loads.

Question 10

Name some housekeeping concerns during demolition stage of a renovation.

Answer 10

Allow for a safe passage, don’t overload and piled waste stable.

Question 11

What is needed when a waste bin is to be parked on municipal property?

Answer 11

Permit for the duration of the bin’s location.

Question 12

Why are nails pulled from the back side of trim that is being salvaged?

Answer 12

Minimize damage to the face of material.

Question 13

Name some of the things a renovation worker should be concerned about in order to maintain good public relations?

Answer 13

Housekeeping, bathroom use, smoking, language, loud music and parking.

Question 14

Name three methods for adding an addition to a building:

Answer 14

1) Floor area to underside of building or top.
2) Lift the building & add a story under the existing first story.

Question 15

Whenever the structural integrity of a building is affected, what is needed?

Answer 15

Temp. support or bracing must be provided.

Question 16

What is a notice of project?

Answer 16

OHS regulation - must be sent to Worker’s Compensation Board 24 hours before start of work.

Question 17

When is a building permit required in a renovation?

Answer 17

Building permit required only when:
1) Structural change
2) Plumbing change
3) Change in occupancy use.

Question 18

Construction drawings for renovations will normally show:

Answer 18

Construction drawings for renovations will normally show:

Before & After for portions of building being renovated.

Question 19

Why is proper insurance very important in renovation work?

Answer 19

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.

Question 20

Municipalities need a permit to do what aspect of renovation:

Answer 20

Demolition.

Factors to decide:

1) Building use
2) Zoning
3) Build

Question 21

Demolishing a portion of a structure safely - requires:

Answer 21

Accordance with the instructions of an Engineer.

Question 22

Hazardous Materials inspection:

Answer 22

Hazardous material inspection must be completed before start of demo.

Question 23

Services on property before demolition:

Answer 23

Must be disconnected.

Question 24

Protecting existing aspects or property during renovation can be done:

Answer 24

Hoardings such as: Tarps, sheets of polyethylene, or even temporary walls.

Question 25

Existing flooring must be protected:

Answer 25

Existing flooring must be protected with floor runners.

Question 26

Architectural features are often:

Answer 26

Architectural features are often reclaimed for use during renovation. Careful removal with wedges and prybar.

Question 27

Additions are required to meet code ? True or False?

Answer 27

Additions normally required to meet current codes.