Vocabulary 141-150

Question 1

Fire wall

Answer 1

A wall extending from foundations to roof, with a fire resistance rating as prescribed by code, required to subdivide a building or to separate adjoining buildings to resist the spread of fire; it has structural stability so as to withstand extreme heat for the required time

Question 2

Contract docs

Answer 2

The legal documents compromising a construction contract, including the owner-contractor agreement, conditions of the contract and the construction drawings and specifications for the project

Question 3

Construction docs

Answer 3

The construction drawings and specifications setting forth in detail the requirements for the construction of a project

Question 4

Tendering

Answer 4

The process of making an offer, bid, or proposal in response to an invitation for tender

Question 5

Tender

Answer 5

A formal invitation to contractors for the supply of materials and labour for the construction of a building

Question 6

Design-Award-Build

Answer 6

Traditional type of contract; AE prepares the drawings for the complete building, go out for tender, award contract to the low bidder; contract between owner and contractor

Question 7

Design-Build

Answer 7

Designers and contractors work for the same company, so generally faster; could be more expensive

Question 8

Fast track

Answer 8

Design-Award-Build broken down into smaller segments so can start construction before all the drawings are complete

Question 9

Building code

Answer 9

A code regulating the design, construction, alteration, and repair of buildings, to protect the public safety, health and welfare and to provide access to buildings

Question 10

Zoning regulations

Answer 10

Municipal bylaws or statutes regulating usage, height, etc. for different areas