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BUILDING CONDITION ASSESSMENT FAQ <br /> WHAT IS A HISTORIC <br /> BUILDING CONDITIONS ASSESSMENTS SHOULD: <br /> ASSESSMENT? <br /> Prioritize problem areas <br /> Condition Assessments are one way to <br /> understanding how buildings were Take the form of a written report <br /> constructed,used,and maintained. Utilize a variety of inspection methods such <br /> Conditions Assessments examine the various as hands-on, visual, or noninvasive testing <br /> mechanisms that affect the structural and <br /> material condition of the building."Whether Identify/describe existing building conditions <br /> done for research purposes or as a precursor Identify/describe character defining features <br /> to restoration work,all condition assessments and significant construction methods <br /> have two primary objectives:to identify Provide: <br /> materials and features,and evaluate their —brief historic overview <br /> condition."' —a set of systematic photographs <br /> with a photo key <br /> —drawings/sketches that clarify or <br /> WHO SHOULD CONDUCT THE better describe conditions <br /> ASSESSMENT? -suggested interventions for problem areas <br /> —initial cost estimate for treatment <br /> Condition Assessments should be completed <br /> Describe age, material, & condition of: <br /> by a professional who meets the Secretary of —the site, vegetation, slope of the <br /> Interior's Professional Qualifications for ground, and drainage. <br /> Historic Architecture (see footnote 2). —the structural system: foundations, <br /> walls, beams, rafters, etc <br /> —the windows and doors <br /> IS IT THE SAME THING AS —the roof and materials, and any <br /> CONSTRUCTION exterior components such as siding <br /> DOCUMENTS? -the finishes of the interior including <br /> walls, floors, ceiling, cabinetry, etc <br /> Preservation planning is very important to —the building systems: mechanical, <br /> electrical, and specialty systems <br /> good building stewardship. Completion of a <br /> — porches, decks, patios, etc, <br /> planning report is critical before construction <br /> projects begin. However,conditions ASSESSMENTS MAY ALSO: <br /> assessments cannot,and will,not be accepted Provide: <br /> as a Scope of Work for future bricks and — measured architectural drawings of <br /> mortar grants projects. Conditions the building (including elevations) <br /> Assessments cannot be used as construction — plans and specifications for <br /> documents for contractors.Additional suggested construction work <br /> planning and design is required after the Focus on one building system such as <br /> initial assessment to create the necessary Envelop, Masonry, HVAC System, <br /> project drawings and specifications. Structural System, or Interior Finishes <br />