05_Appendix_D_-_Standards_and_Codes_(Detroit).pdf

VA DOMICILIARY RLP No. VA-101-16-R-0143

DETROIT, MICH. Appendix D

Lessor: ________ Government: ________ 1

Appendix D – Standards and Codes

I. Codes

A. The Lessor shall design and construct the building and site work in accordance with this solicitation, all applicable Federal regulations, local Building and Zoning Codes and ordinances, and applicable utility company requirements. The term "local building and zoning codes and ordinances," or similar text, shall be understood to mean the current codes and regulations as approved and administered by Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) at the project location at the time of permitting. Where there is a conflict between the various codes or standards, the most stringent shall apply.

II. Criteria for VA Leased Facilities

A. VA Adopted Code, Standards, Guidelines, and Executive Orders

B. Logistics

1. The Public Buildings Amendment Act of 1988, Public Law (Pub. L.) 100-678 requires

Federal agencies to follow national recognized "model" building codes. The Federal

Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Standards, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-119, requires all executive agencies to rely on voluntary standards, both domestic and international, whenever feasible, and to participate in voluntary standard bodies. As a Federal agency, VA is required to comply with

Executive Orders.

2. VA has adopted the following codes and standards as a minimum for all projects performed in the modernization, alteration, addition, or improvement of its real property and the construction of new structures. Applicable requirements have been incorporated in this Narrative.

C. Codes / Standards

1. All applicable State and Local Building Codes – Latest Editions

2. All applicable Local Planning and Zoning Codes – Latest Editions

3. Commission of Accreditations for Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)

4. FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities - 2018

5. FGI (American Institute of Architects/Facility Guidelines Institute): Guidelines for Design and Construction of Healthcare Facilities - 2014

6. NFPA 99 – Health Care Facilities Code - Latest Edition

7. NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code - 2015 Edition, or as required by AHJ with any local amendments

8. Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS, 36 CFR Part 1191) Latest

Edition

9. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Standards as applicable

10. The Joint Commission (TJC) - Most current

11. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Standards (Healthcare) - Most current adopted regulations that are in effect during all project phases

12. American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) – Domestic Water Heating Design

Manual - 2nd Edition

13. ASHRAE Guideline 12-2000 – Minimizing the Risk of Legionellosis Associated with

Building Systems - 2000

14. ASHRAE Handbook - Fundamentals - 2017

VA DOMICILIARY RLP No. VA-101-16-R-0143

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15. ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment - 2016

16. ASHRAE Handbook - HVAC Applications - 2015

17. ASHRAE Handbook - Refrigeration - 2014

18. ASHRAE 90.1 – Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings -

19. ASHRAE 170 Ventilation of Health Care Facilities - 2013

20. ASHRAE 188 Legionellosis: Risk Management for Building Water Systems - 2015

21. NFPA 70 – National Electric Code - Latest Edition

22. NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signal Code - Latest Edition

23. VA Barrier Free Design Guide, PG-18-13 - Latest Edition

24. VA PG 18-14: Room Finishes, Door & Hardware Schedule: Used to define room finish materials, door sizes and types, and hardware functionality - March 2010 Edition

25. VA PG 18-12 Mental Health Facilities Design Guide December - 2017 Edition

26. VA Signage Design Guide December - 2012 Edition