A review of the Construction Documents (Plans, Specifications, Contracts, etc.) in relation to jurisdictional codes and ordinances can prevent major problems before work begins and can avoid costly change orders during construction. A Construction Document / Code Review includes the following:
- Review and Analysis of Codes / Ordinances with jurisdiction over the project
- Comparison of the Project to the Codes / Ordinances for general compliance
- Review and Analysis of the following for congruency:
- Architectural, Civil, MEP and Structural Plans / Specification
- Geotechnical Reports / Soil Surveys
- Owner / Contractor Agreements
- Owner / Architect or Engineer Agreements
- Surveys and Plats for easements, setbacks, utility connections, flood zones, etc
- Certificates of Utility Availability / Will-Serve Letters
- Environmental Reports
- General Accessibility Standards / ADA
- Review of Professional Responsibilities to assure adequate involvement and liability transfer
- Review of Contractor, Subcontractor and Supplier Bonding
- Review of Building Permits and the Permitting Process
- Analysis of the Construction Progress Schedule
- Review of General Contractor and Professional Licensing
- Review of Construction Areas for congruency with Contract / Loan Documents
- Review of Proposed work for use or Safe or Standard Materials / Equipment / Systems
