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Recycling buildings is not just the right thing to do environmentally and economically, it's become a distinct trend. By 2010, industry experts predict that 8 of every 10 commercial construction dollars will go to some form of renovation -- up substantially from the current 55 percent.
No one ever said that change-of-use was easy. That's where this book comes in, simplifying the complexities to smooth each step. Written by a project architect/project manager with in-depth experience in this field, this savvy, practical, IBC-compliant guide for architects, developers, planners, and contractors brings you easy-to-use expert tools and guidance to help you meet the demands of change-of-use undertakings and avoid costly and time-wasting pitfalls.
HUNDREDS OF VALUABLE TOOLS
* More than 200 tables, exhibits, and checklists to make evaluations, assessments, and compliance a cinch
* Complete coverage of zoning issues such as allowable land use, complimentary building uses, variances, and historic districts
* Detailed information on formatting the design program with the client
* Useful technical information on retrofitting building systems and envelopes
* Tools for evaluating life cycle maintenance programs
* Code hot buttons -- conforming to IBC, NFPA, ADA, and NEC and other important code applications
* Case studies that work, from both the public and private sectors
* Product recommendations for achieving outstanding renovations and rehabilitations
* Listing of helpful resources
Whether it's bank-to-boutique, factory-to-condos, train terminal-to-restaurant, or warehouse-to-resort, this helpful guide simplifies change-of-use projects at every step.
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