Building Requirements and Considerations
An Executive Directive, issued June 1995, requires all federal facilities to
conform to minimum security standards as recommended by the Department of
Justice (DOJ). Refer to the DOJ Publication, "Vulnerability Assessment of
Federal Facilities," June 1995, for specific requirements and concerns.
Accessibility
Public Law 90-480 requires all construction, renovation, or leasing with
federal funds to meet Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS).
Finishes
Interior finishes in a VBA facility should provide a supportive interior
environment that is respectful of public monies and expresses high quality
design. The solution needs to provide an interior that responds to the regional
elements, supports human performance, and reflects individual characteristics
as well as a relationship to the group and the organization as a whole. The
appearance is one that is user friendly to the employee and the veteran. The
color, texture, finish, and materials need to be selected with the priorities of cost,
life-cycle, maintenance, and durability while retaining a quality appearance.
Optimum principles of good design need to be expressed.
Note: See Finish Schedule (Appendix 5) for suggested finishes.
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