approval. Specific survey requirements are detailed in the Site Development
Design Manual.
3. ARCHITECTURAL
a. Provide schematic block plans (floor plans) and narratives.
b. All floor plans are to be presented on VA standard mylar drawing sheets. A
neat freehand presentation drawn to scale is acceptable.
c. Every floor of the building shall be shown.
d. The plans must show the overall exterior dimensions for determining the
total building gross area.
e. Drawings shall indicate size and shape of all functional areas in the space
program (Square Footage Requirements) of the scope of work. The net program
area is that area which is furnished in the program Net Report summary sheet. The
gross area is that which must be constructed to provided the net program area.
f. Primary horizontal and vertical circulation, entrances to buildings, and major
mechanical spaces shall be shown on the drawings. New construction, renovation,
and existing construction to remain as is, shall be clearly distinguished from each
other. For renovation work, construction phasing should be considered to permit
continuous operation of critical functions.
g. Indicate all finish floor elevations. Show the relationship of the finish ground
floor to finish grade at major entrances.
h. Submit an architectural narrative for each schematic design.
4. INTERIOR DESIGN
a. Finishes: Submit a written narrative to describe the interior design scheme
and proposed finishes.
b. Furnishings: Submit floor plans indicating generic furniture placement.
5. SANITARY
a. Provide description of gas and water sources, disposal methods of sewage
and storm water, and proposed gas, water, irrigation, sanitary sewage, and storm
water systems. Indicate if water or sewage treatment, pumping, and storage are
necessary. Describe gasoline and fuel oil facilities. Indicate if existing utilities and
equipment can be used.
Program Guide, PG-18-15, Volume D
June 1999
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