BUILDING RENOVATIONS, ENTITLEMENTS & ADAPTIVE RE-USE

• What (selective) demolition is required / appropriate?
• Determine utility systems’ re-use/renovation/upgrade
• Develop a list of recyclables/energy-saving enhancements
• Review adequacy/flexibility of interstitial spaces
• Is the Use acceptable in this Zone? Confirm alternatives
• Parking alternatives/options – maximize layout
• Assess multi-tenant vs. single user options and leasing/use scenarios
• Analyze ADA accessibility & compliance measures
• Identify deferred maintenance issues
• Research expansion options
• Prepare/assess new building façade modifications & imagery
• Review need for environmental studies (Haz Mat/Noise- Acoustic/Traffic/neighborhood impacts, etc.)
• Is a Variance required? If so, review the process & timing
  
• Collect & review surveys & building/site improvement plans
  
• Establish budget, phasing, & time schedule
  
• Review agency processes & project delivery strategy
  
• Assess possible environmental impacts & mitigations
  
• Evaluate required entitlement actions and sequencing of procedural approvals
  
• Review appropriate applications & exhibits needed
  
• Procure necessary professional engineering support & environmental services
  
• Deliberate with the team about process sequence and concurrent actions
  
• Re-establish the project objectives & validate the intended resultsServices that may be required
• Obtain & review previous entitlements, permits, case reports, and Occupancy Certs.