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Comprehensive Review of Building Plans: Standards, Codes, and Green Building Initiatives

This document outlines the critical aspects of reviewing building plans to ensure public safety and compliance with various standards. The review process protects the public from harm, assures accuracy, and aligns new constructions with building codes. Key components included in building plans are outlined, along with relevant codes such as the International Building Code and ADA standards. Additionally, the Green Building Program emphasizes sustainability by promoting renewable resources, energy efficiency, and improved indoor health through voluntary participation and public engagement.

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Comprehensive Review of Building Plans: Standards, Codes, and Green Building Initiatives

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  1. Building Plans Standards, processes & applications Dh 2005

  2. What is the purpose of the review of building plans? • To protect the public from harm and disease • To assure that the plans are accurate and complete • Not_to assure a level of quality • To assure new buildings and remodels meet the building code – which are the minimum standards of construction

  3. What are included in building plans? • Foundations • Building structures • Mechanical systems • Plumbing • Electrical • Disability access • Fire Prevention • Emergency exiting • Walls & fences

  4. What rules apply to building plans? • International Building code • Building Code • Electrical Code • Mechanical Code • Energy code • Building Advisory board of Appeals • Fire Code • Uniform Plumbing Code

  5. ADA standards • Development Review stipulations • Zoning Ordinance • Water Conservation Ordinance

  6. What is the Green Building Program? • Encourages the use of renewable resources • Minimizes the use of water and energy resources • Improves the indoor health of buildings • Builds for the long term

  7. What are the elements in the Green Building Program? • General guidelines • Incentives • Process • Buyers awareness • Voluntary participation • Public workshops

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