420
Problem Analysis: Cost and Time Constraints
Also, the structural system is appropriate to a range of building heights
from two to nine stories above ground; on small sites taller buildings may
be required, necessitating certain modifications to the basic structural
system. (See Section 721.4.)
421.3
CODE ANALYSIS
Applicable current codes and regulations must be studied to identify
implications for planning and sub-system design. For example, as noted
in Section 240, fire safety codes and regulations are subject to constant
review and change. Current requirements must be analyzed in order to
determine the appropriate fire safety strategy in terms of exit distances,
size of fire sections, sprinklers, smoke barriers, etc.
422
COST AND TIME CONSTRAINTS
422.1
BUDGET ANALYSIS
Funds allocated to the project must be analyzed to determine the degree
of refinement appropriate for detailed design, for example, in the study of
alternative building schematic designs, or the consideration of innovative
components for the ceiling-platform system. Estimated functional area
cost must be applied to programmed departmental areas to determine
where adjustments might best be made to fit the budget.
Reasonable cost targets for both integrated and non-integrated sub-
systems must be set. This must be done in the context of the particular
characteristics of the local building industry. See Section 450 for further
discussion of cost estimating.
422.2
SCHEDULE ANALYSIS
Schedule requirements must be examined to evaluate the desirability and
feasibility of various approaches to accelerated scheduling. See Section
761 for a discussion of this subject. (See Section 460 for a general
discussion of construction scheduling within conventional procedures.) If
phased bidding is to be used, a construction manager is recommended.
Construction management is discussed in Section 762.
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