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TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT

INSTALLATION PLANNING

DESIGN GUIDE

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DESIGN GUIDE: TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT FACILITIES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1 PURPOSE OF THE DESIGN GUIDE

1-2 SCOPE OF THE DESIGN GUIDE

1-3 TYAD CADD PLATFORM

1-4 FORMAT OF THE DESIGN GUIDE

1-5 PROJECT PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES

1-6 PURPOSE OF TYAD AND ITS FACILITIES ……………... ………

1-7 QUALITY OF DESIGN

1-8 PROJECT DELIVERY

1-9 PROGRAM SYNOPSIS

CHAPTER 2 PLANNING GUIDELINES

2-1 INTRODUCTION

2-2 DESIGN AND REGULATORY CRITERIA AND THEIR

APPLICATION

2-3 ENVIRONMENTAL

2-4 ANTITERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION (AT/FP)

2-5 LANDSCAPE

2-6 BUILDINGS

2-7 FIRE PROTECTION/LIFE SAFETY

2-8 INTERIOR DESIGN

2-9 SIGNAGE

2-10 ACCESSIBILITY

2-11 SECURITY

CHAPTER 3 GENERAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

3-1 INTRODUCTION

3-2 CIVIL AND UTILITIES

3-3 LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

3-4 FIRE PROTECTION/LIFE SAFETY

3-5 ARCHITECTURAL

3-6 INTERIOR DESIGN

3-7 STRUCTURAL

3-8 MECHANICAL

3-9 PLUMBING

3-10 ELECTRICAL

3-11 SPECIFICATIONS

3-12 COST ESTIMATING

3-13 SUSTAINABILITY AND RESOURCE CONSERVATION

3-14 ENVIRONMENTAL

3-15 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

CHAPTER 4 INDIVIDUAL SPACE CRITERIA

4-1 GENERAL

4-2 TYPICAL BUILDING SPACES

4-2.1 PRIVATE OFFICE

4-2.2 COMMANDER OFFICE

4-2.3 OPEN OFFICE WORK AREA

4-2.4 LOBBY

4-2.5 CIRCULATION

4-2.6 STAIRS

4-2.7 CONFERENCE ROOM

4-2.8 TEAM ROOM

4-2.9 BREAK AREA

4-2.10 VENDING

4-2.11 LACTATION

4-2.12 SHOP OFFICE

4-2.13 MALE AND FEMALE TOILETS AND SHOWERS

4-2.14 MALE AND FEMALE LOCKER ROOMS

4-2.15 JANITORIAL

4-2.16 BUILDING STORAGE

4-2.17 WAREHOUSE

4-2.18 ELEVATOR

4-2.19 ELEVATOR EQUIPMENT ROOM

4-2.20 MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL ROOMS

4-2.21 MECHANICAL

4-2.22 ELECTRICAL

4-2.23 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPACES

4-2.24 TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT ROOM

CHAPTER 5 INTERIOR FINISHES

5-1 GENERAL

5-2 STRUCTURAL INTERIOR DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

5-3 STRUCTURAL INTERIOR DESIGN (SID) CONSTRUCTION

SUBMITTALS

5-4 FLOOR FINISHES

5-5 WALL BASE AND ACCESSORIES………………………………

5-6 WALL FINISHES……………………………………………………

5-7 CEILINGS

5-8 WINDOW TREATMENTS…………………………………………

5-9 MISCELLANEOUS………………………………… ……………

CHAPTER 6 FURNITURE

6-1 GENERAL

6-2 FREESTANDING WOOD FURNITURE

6-3 FURNITURE TYPICALS

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A REFERENCES

APPENDIX B ROOM NUMBERING………………………………………See Attachment

APPENDIX C ACRONYMS AND MILITARY RANK DESIGNATIONS

APPENDIX D TYAD CADD STANDARDS………………………………. See Attachment

APPENDIX E SAMPLE 1391 – CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DETAIL

APPENDIX F TYAD EQUIPMENT NAMING CONVENTION……………Under Review

FIGURES

1-1 PROJECT GUIDANCE

2-1 PROJECT DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

2-2 COMMAND SUITE

2-3 JANITORIAL AND TOILETS

2-4 ARMY LOGO IDENTIFICATION

3-1 AIR HANDLING UNIT

4-1 SINGLE OFFICE

4-2 SHARED OFFICE

4-3 COLONEL (O6) OFFICE

4-4 COMMAND OFFICE (O7/O8)

4-5 OPEN OFFICE

4-6 LOBBY

4-7 CONFERENCE ROOM

4-8 BREAK AREA

4-9 VENDING ALCOVE

4-10 LACTATION ROOM

4-11 SHOP OFFICE

4-12 UNISEX SINGLE ROOM TOILET

4-13 SHOWER ROOM

4-14 LOCKER ROOM

4-15 JANITORIAL

4-16 BUILDING STORAGE

Chapter 1 TYAD Design Guide Introduction and General Information 28 April 2021

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1 PURPOSE OF THE DESIGN GUIDE

1-1.1 This Design Guide contains design criteria and general requirements for the development of designs for new construction and additions/alterations to Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) facilities. Its purpose is to serve as one means for TYAD to convey functional and other criteria for Military Construction TYAD projects to the Design Agency charged with the planning and design of a facility. This Guide is also intended to aid in the formulation of project documentation for inclusion in military construction programs.

1-1.2 The goal of the Installation Design Guide (IDG) is to establish a clear, consistent, and coordinated design approach throughout the Installation. This is accomplished by implementing appropriate standards through a systematic process that can be followed by all parties involved.

1-1.3 The IDG provides Installation-Specific Design Data. The general design concepts, recommendations, and standards addressed herein apply to Tobyhanna Army Depot. The IDG provides standards and general guides for the design issues of site planning; architectural character, colors, and materials; vehicular and pedestrian circulation; and landscape elements, including plant material, seating, signage, lighting, and utilities.

1-1.4 The Objectives of the IDG are to standardize the building systems, standardize of materials and finishes, maximize flexibility of spaces, enhance the overall image of the space, standardize furniture and furnishings, and improve employee morale.

1-1.5 For a project on at TYAD, personnel representing the depot are likely to be involved in the design of the project and support of the facility upon completion and are part of the TYAD Installation.

1-1.5.1 The IDG is to be used by all people involved in decision-making, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities. Primary users include the following:

Installation facility planning and design staff.

Consulting Architects, Engineers, and Interior Designers.

Installation facility maintenance personnel.

Installation Management Agency and Region.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) program managers, design, and construction staff.

Depot Commanders and staff.

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Supporting agencies such as AAFES, DeCA, DoDDS, CECOM, AMC tenants, etc.

1-1.5.2 The ultimate success of the IDG depends on the commitment of these individuals and organizations to work as a team to apply the Standards throughout the Depot.

1-1.6 The Design Agency is the Corps of Engineers (USACE), DOR or other engineering command, which acts as the TYAD’s agent for obtaining design and construction services. The Design Agency may develop project designs utilizing their in‑house design personnel or may contract with private-sector architecture and engineering firms (A/Es) to provide design services. The in‑house personnel or private‑sector A/E team may be referred to as “designer” or “design team” in this Guide.

1-1.7 This Guide should also be used as a benchmark of acceptable quality for TYAD full renovations, minor maintenance, and repair, new construction, and other projects. See Section 1-10 below for additional information on such programs and their funding.

1-1.8 This Guide provides guidance representing an 80% solution. The Design Agency should always obtain TYAD approval when departing from the guidance herein.

However, this Guide is not intended to discourage innovation or creativity by the designer.

TYAD encourages creativity and innovations that improve the functionality, sustainability, maintainability, energy reduction, and aesthetics of the site and buildings.

1-2 SCOPE OF THE DESIGN GUIDE

1-2.1 This Guide is applicable to all TYAD new construction projects and serves as a general guide in the modernization or renovation of existing facilities. Only the more common or typical features associated with TYAD facilities are addressed.

1-2.2 USACE Centers of Standardization have developed standard designs for some other facilities which may be constructed for the TYAD, such as Dining Hall, etc.

1-2.3 The intent of the Guide is to provide a portion of the general information and guidance required for the successful preparation of project designs. Additional information and other military installation design guidance must be obtained from TYAD, the Support Installation, the Design Agency, and designer investigations on such matters as project scope, local codes, and site constraints.

Typical project-specific and general documentation for the designers is listed below. Additional listings of criteria referenced in this Guide are in Appendix A.

Figure 1-1 Project Guidance

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1.2.4 Project documents - DD Form 1391 is the Government’s project authorization document. It is generally accompanied by the which provides additional detail on the Tenants and their requirements. A sample of these forms is in Appendix E.

The Design Agency will typically provide a contractual project scope of work for the design team.

1.2.5 Additional Design Criteria includes the TYAD Design Process and Submittal Requirements, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facility Guide Specifications (UFGS), TYAD Technical Criteria, codes, and other design guidance.

1-3 TYAD CADD PLATFORM

1-3.1 TYAD drawing records are maintained in AutoCAD. Please reference Appendix D for TYAD CADD Manual and Standards.

1-3.2 As-built drawings must be provided to the Government using AutoCAD;

refer to Appendix D for TYAD CADD Manual and Standards.

1-4 FORMAT OF THE DESIGN GUIDE

1-4.1 The Design Guide format is intended to facilitate the development of project requirements and designs by dealing with major criteria on both a general and specific level.

1-4.2 Chapter 1 provides general information about TYAD, and its facilities program and process. Chapter 2 provides information and guidance on overall planning of TYAD sites and buildings, with emphasis on site and building organization, functionality, adjacencies, and aesthetics. Chapter 3 contains information and guidance on systems and materials applicable to all TYAD facilities, site design, and the design of the various buildings – large-scale, total building or facility issues. Chapter 4 contains specific requirements for the design of each type of typical space in an TYAD facility.

Chapter 5 describes interior finish guidelines and Chapter 6 lists furniture requirements.

Additional information is included in the Appendices.

1-4.3 Illustrations in this Guide represent possible applications of the criteria and are not intended to be definitive. The Design Agency is encouraged to be creative throughout the design process. Local conditions, codes and specific project requirements are major design considerations in the development of a complete and integrated facility.

1-5 PROJECT PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES

1-5.1 TYAD Engineering Office is responsible for the following:

1-5.1.1 Determining functional requirements from TYAD criteria.

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1-5.1.2 Issuing Design Directives to the Design Agent.

1-5.1.3 Approving functional requirements or Tenant requests that extend beyond the scope of this Guide.

1-5.1.4 Preparing and submitting project documentation (DD Form 1391 and 4283 JOB ORDER REQUEST IJL) in accordance with Army Regulation 140-483 and providing any updates of these documents as the project progresses.

1-5.1.5 Approving concept and later designs to certify compliance with functional requirements.

1-5.1.6 Developing additional information, as required, such as special requirements, and equipment specifications.

1-5.2 The Design Agency is responsible for the following:

1-5.2.1 Preparing a design that provides for a complete and usable facility, including all equipment, fixtures and furnishings. This includes both Contractor- furnished and Government-furnished items.

1-5.2.2 Incorporating the functional requirements of TYAD and Support Installation into the project design.

1-5.2.3 Developing a design responsive to the Tenant and installation operational requirements, criteria in this Guide and the project documentation, preparing all submittals required by the Design Process and Submittal Requirements, and the project scope of work.

1-5.2.4 Justifying, in the project Design Analysis, any issues of design which do not follow this Guide and other project documentation.

1-5.2.5 Incorporating the quality standards for the overall design as described in this Guide and other criteria for the project.

1-5.2.6 Satisfying all other requirements of the contract for design.

1-5.3 The Support Installation (RD and/or military installation) and Tenants are responsible for the following, as applicable to the specific project:

1-5.3.1 Providing the Design Agency with as-built drawings of existing construction.

1-5.3.2 For alteration projects, if required provide a copy of all outstanding maintenance and repair work orders.

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1-5.3.3 Reviewing and commenting on Design Agency submittals and providing input to the Design Agency as requested.

1-5.3.4 Providing a threat assessment that identifies the level of risk for the facility to be designed.

1-5.3.5 Performing any required environmental investigations and preparing any required environmental documentation such as environmental baseline surveys (EBS) and/or environmental assessments (EA). The Support Installation may contract with the Design Agency for performance of these tasks. DOR has responsibility for any environmental investigations that are required.

1-5.3.6 TYAD Environmental Department will review findings of environmental investigations of DOR. At 35% completion of design package it shall be submitted to REC (Record of Environmental Consideration) for review and comments.

1-5.4 Determining the specific telecommunications requirements above and beyond TYAD standards if applicable for the project.

1-5.4.1 Funding, providing and installing the telecommunications equipment and telephone handsets for the project. Determining project telecommunications funding, architecture, pathways, cable specifications, and equipment rack requirements.

Performing design and construction quality assurance reviews.

1-5.4.2 Overall coordination of telecommunications requirements for work performed by military installations and/or other components involved in a joint project.

1-5.4.3 Reviewing and commenting on Design Agency submittals and providing input to the Design Agency as requested.

1-5.4.4 The participants above are known collectively as the Project Delivery Team

(PDT).

1-6 PURPOSE OF TYAD AND ITS FACILITIES

1-6.1 The purpose of TYAD is to provide Full Life Cycle Support for all C5ISR Weapon Systems. TYAD is the Department of Defense's Worldwide C5ISR Readiness Provider. Today, Tomorrow and into the Future. Tobyhanna Army Depot is a Department of Defense installation that supports US military weapons and equipment repairs. This includes predominantly communications and defense weapons related radars and equipment. TYAD has multiple types of production facilities to include radome structures with indoor and outdoor equipment repair areas. TYAD also has training, warehouse, testing, elevated towers and platforms, cafeterias, radar test ranges, Army Family Housing units and barracks facilities. The installation is supported by infrastructure facilities which consists of water/wastewater treatment facilities, well structures, gas farm

1 - 6 supply and a major double grid supplied electric substation. There is also railroad access and a rail storage yard on the depot property.

1-7 QUALITY OF DESIGN

1-7.1 The Design Agency must seek design excellence through commitment to high standards. Success in achieving this objective lies not in the repetition of previous design solutions but in meeting or exceeding the TYAD and project-specific requirements and responding to their unique needs.

1-7.2 The concept of total systems design will be emphasized in promoting the development of a functional, durable, energy efficient and aesthetically pleasing building.

Design concepts must evolve in a multidisciplinary manner with regard to architectural, interior design/furniture, civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical systems.

1-7.3 In evaluating the cost impact of design decisions, the designer will consider the life cycle cost, not just the initial cost.

1-8 PROJECT DELIVERY

1-8.1 Design/Bid/Build Delivery Process: The majority of TYAD facility projects are delivered through the design/bid/build (D/B/B) process. The Design Agency prepares a comprehensive and detailed set of construction documents. Interested construction contractors use these documents to prepare competitive “hard” bids for Government evaluation.

1-8.1.1 Under the D/B/B delivery method, it is critical that the Design Agency provides construction documents that clearly define all construction requirements, so that TYAD gets the benefit of best possible bids. No issues should remain vague or be left in a state to be resolved during construction. Any items identified as options to the base bid must likewise be fully defined. Both the base bid condition and the option condition must be adequately illustrated, detailed and specified.

1-8.1.2 The designer must also keep in mind that bidders are not required to visit the construction site prior to bidding.

1-8.2 Design/Build Delivery Process: Some TYAD facility projects are delivered through a design/build (D/B) process. Under this delivery method the Design Agency develops a D/B Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation package. Interested D/B teams respond with statements of qualifications as well as their proposed construction price.

The proposals are evaluated on price, qualifications, and other items or information requested in the RFP.

1-8.2.1 TYAD and the Design Agency must determine the scope and content of the D/B RFP. The goal is to provide sufficient project information and criteria to ensure that

1 - 7 the resulting facility will meet standard TYAD requirements for quality, functionality, performance, and aesthetics. The facility program and TYAD standards must be defined, and specific Tenant requirements identified. Qualifications for selection must be described, along with design completion requirements and submittals.

1-8.2.2 The D/B RFP may include conceptual site and building plans, conceptual image sketches and outline specifications.

1-9 PROGRAM SYNOPSIS

1-9.1 Chapter 4 delineates the functional and environmental requirements for most individual spaces. Not all projects will include all the spaces, nor are all the possible types of spaces included in this Design Guide. Specific information on the types and sizes of spaces authorized is determined by the project documentation. The Design Agency will supplement the information in this Guide in the project documentation and at the initial design conference.

1-9.2 The administrative group consists of various office spaces, retention, family support, career counseling, administrative support, and a lobby.

1-9.3 Supporting spaces include such functions as the mailroom, information technology, and the lobby.

1-9.4 The educational group consists of classrooms, team rooms, and storage rooms. These areas provide instructional space.

1-9.5 The storage group consists of command and tenant storage areas, staging areas, supply offices, and storage spaces for janitorial, and facility maintenance.

1-9.6 Some Support areas are allocated in proportion to the number of occupants, or the size of the other authorized spaces, in the facility. They include toilets, showers, locker rooms, and space for mechanical, and electrical.

1-9.7 Some Support areas are allocated with predetermined room sizes. They include vending, break room, lactation room, and telecommunications rooms.

1-9.8 Furniture, will be procured and installed by the Government (Government-furnished, Government-installed or GFGI). The design team is responsible for the design of the furniture, and for including the design “for information only” in the construction documents. The Government uses the design documents to procure the furniture under a separate contract.

1-9.9 In an alteration/renovation program, all building components in the affected buildings, and the utility infrastructure, are evaluated for remaining useful life, and for compliance with current building and life safety codes. Systems and components that are

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CHAPTER 2

PLANNING GUIDELINES

2-1 INTRODUCTION

2-1.1 The goal of the site and building planning process is to develop one or more site/building concepts for a functional and efficient facility. In addition to meeting TYAD criteria and standards, the facility should fit well into the base and environment, and accommodate existing and future development, to the extent possible.

2-1.2 A wide variety of factors must be considered in the site and building planning process; this Chapter identifies and discusses some of the factors. The Design Agency must ensure that all appropriate factors are considered, including those that are specific to the project site.

2-1.3 This Guide provides design criteria and application guidelines which will be used in the development of the project. Use of these two documents will help the designer to quickly produce the schematic design and design development of the proposed facility.

2-2 DESIGN AND REGULATORY CRITERIA AND THEIR APPLICATION

2-2.1 Applicable Criteria: The Design Agency must identify and become familiar with applicable design and regulatory criteria and apply them to the planning process and later the design process. It is important that applicable criteria be identified early in the planning process to avoid revisions being required at a later point. In cases where criteria are in conflict, the more stringent criteria generally apply; address questions concerning conflicting criteria to the TYAD Engineer Office for resolution. Applicable criteria include the following (other criteria may be applicable as well):

Figure 2-1 Project Design Development

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2-2.2 TYAD authorizations, standards and criteria include the project documents, this Installation Design Guide, Design Process and Submittal Requirements, TYAD UFGS specification sections, and TYAD SME (SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS) standards.

2-2.3 Engineering, Design and Other Guidance Criteria: See Appendix A for a list of criteria referenced in this Design Guide. The A/E Scope of Work or RFP requirements will note additional applicable criteria.

2-2.4 Codes, Regulations and Utility Requirements

2-2.5 The UFC 1-200-01 is guidance for the use of model building codes and other criteria for design and construction of TYAD facilities. Refer to paragraph 3-4 Fire Protection/Life Safety.

2-2.6 Design Agency must identify local (state, county, city, etc.) codes, regulations, and utility requirements which would be applicable to a typical building project at the site and determine their applicability to the project. Federal and military criteria generally take precedence over local code requirements unless local code requirements are more stringent.

2-2.7 In general, on a Federal reservation, the Federal Supremacy Doctrine applies. The local building and zoning codes do not apply; no building permit will be required, nor will construction inspections be performed by local building officials. Local fire codes and utility requirements generally do apply since these organizations will be the likely service providers to the facility. Other local requirements also generally apply, such as those governing environmental, drainage, traffic, and similar issues. For projects including site work, environmental permitting must be in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection regulations. The Monroe County Conservation District should be consulted for all project that include site disturbance.

2-2.8 The Design Agency must identify any submittal or permitting requirements and address them. This can be achieved either by the Design Agency making required submittals and applications, or by incorporating the requirement into the construction documents for contractor implementation. If application and permitting responsibilities are assigned to the construction contractor, the Design Agency must obtain and fill out applications as completely as possible and convey them to the USACE construction district for contractor use and completion. The Design Agency must also identify any fees the contractor will be required to pay and include them in the cost estimate and construction documents.

2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL

2-3.1 In general, an Environmental Assessment (EA) or similar environmental documentation, with a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), must be completed for each project. Preparation of these environmental documents is typically the responsibility

2 - 11 of the RD or others, but the design team must become familiar with any requirements from the studies which need to be included in the design. These might include such issues as erosion control, protection of wildlife and habitat, limitations on construction operations, hazardous materials, and other measures.

2-3.2 Refer to Paragraph 2-2.1.4.4 above for permitting requirements which may apply to environmental concerns.

2-3.3 For very large projects, or projects with very large generators, permits may be required for equipment combustions sources.

2-3.4 Verify site potential for radon; the EPA website, http://www.epa.gov/radon, has general information and some counties or cities have more specific information. The Support Installation may also have information. Provide radon mitigation system, if required per UFC 3-101-01 Architecture.

2.4 ANTI-TERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION (AT/FP)

2-4.1 Terrorist attacks have demonstrated the vulnerability of U.S. military and civilian personnel, and the facilities in which they work. To address this vulnerability, the Department of Defense (DoD) established standards to ensure that force protection measures are incorporated into the budgeting, planning, design, and construction of its facilities. The standards address both new construction and major renovation projects.

They include minimum construction requirements, as well as measures that can be applied where higher threat levels are identified by the Support Installation. The Design Agency must request that a threat assessment be provided to identify the threat level at the proposed project site.

2-4.2 AT/FP criteria apply to the design of all TYAD facilities, and UFC 4-010-01 provides the mandatory guidance. The design team must verify what is applicable to the specific project, and the appropriate TYAD security/AT personnel must be involved in discussions and design of AT/FP features/considerations. Design strategies include preventing building collapse, minimizing hazardous flying debris, providing effective building layout, limiting airborne contamination, and providing building mass notification, as required.

2-4.3 The UFC mandates measures to be taken in both site and building design and can have appreciable impact on site and building planning, and on construction cost.

Designers are advised to incorporate AT/FP requirements at the earliest stages of design.

Use UFC 4-020-01 to establish project requirements and determine if minimum standards per UFC 4-010-01 are adequate or if additional mitigation measures are required. The engineering risk analysis conducted as part of UFC 4-020-01 should be consistent with the terrorism risk analysis conducted by the TYAD security/AT staff. A summary of some of the minimum construction requirements:

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2-4.4 The AT/FP site criteria require, at a minimum, provision of standoff zones to separate buildings from parking, roadways, and other buildings. The standoff zones increase the minimum amount of land required to provide a compliant and functional site layout and must be considered during site selection. For elevated threat levels, vehicle barriers might be required.

2-4.5 Several building design/construction measures address structural design and the threat of progressive collapse in the event of a bomb blast of structures three stories in height or greater. These measures may discourage building designs of more than three stories due to the associated costs. For new construction of three stories or more required to comply with these standards, provide progressive collapse resistance designed in accordance with UFC 4-023-03.

2-4.6 Other measures address locations of certain spaces, exterior glazing, utility locations/routing, locations of HVAC air intakes, landscaping, etc.

2-4.7 To reduce the risk of mass casualties, there must be a timely means to notify building occupants of threats and what to do in response to those threats. Comply with UFC 4-021-01, which provides guidance on mass notification systems.

2-4.8 Concealment, unobstructed space, equipment enclosures (electrical, mechanical, trash, etc.) shall comply with UFC 4-010-01.

2-5 LANDSCAPE

2-5.1 Landscape design and use of plant and landscape material must be sustainable, conserve energy, and eliminate the use of potable water for irrigation, pesticide, and herbicide application. Temporary irrigation means and methods shall be used to establish plant material and removed after the landscape is established. Ease of maintenance and frequency must be a primary consideration. Native landscapes, i.e.

native grass, forb groundcovers, native trees, shrubs, and perennials, must be emphasized to reduce maintenance activities due to limited resources.

2-5.2 Landscaping must be an integral part of the facility design process. Good landscape planning affords many valuable benefits. Planting design reflects an understanding of facility goals and objectives, an appreciation for existing site conditions, habitat, and an ability to enhance the outdoor environment through the integration of natural and cultural conditions in a sensitive and pragmatic manner.

2-5.3 Architectural character and sense of place is supported by proper landscape design, which introduces aspects of scale, color, texture, form, regional materials, etc., to the living environment.

2-5.4 Landscape design must enhance and facilitate pedestrian and vehicular wayfinding. Good design encourages safety and assists in the resolution of conflicts

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2-5.5 Landscape design and use of plant and landscape material must be sustainable, energy-conserving, low maintenance and must reduce reliance on potable water for irrigation, pesticides, and herbicides. Utilize landscape material to shade utility equipment without interfering with the operation and/or maintenance of the equipment.

Proper siting of plant material should reduce heat gain in summer and heat loss in winter, provide wind protection, and filter particulates from the air before entering intakes of facilities. Proper use of living windbreaks can reduce energy associated with snow removal in northern climates and create habitat.

2-5.6 Plant materials provide focus and reinforce positive views. Proper landscape treatment can screen unsightly structural elements and buffer poor visual panoramas.

2-5.7 Quality, usable outdoor spaces are created through an understanding of existing conditions, programmatic needs, and well-developed landscape architectural concepts. Landscape design and the selection of materials must reflect the mission of the facility and Tenants’ needs. Planting must be functionally, aesthetically, and regionally appropriate, and reflect aspects of safety and security as outlined in the Department of Defense Antiterrorism/Force Protection Standards.

2-5.8 Refer to UFC 3-201-02 for comprehensive landscape design considerations.

2-6 BUILDINGS

2-6.1 General Design Considerations

2-6.1.1 Aesthetics – Architectural Style and Character

2-6.1.2 A military facility, by its presence, represents national security, strength, austerity, efficiency, professionalism, and pride in country and community.

2-6.1.3 Each facility is also the home and workplace of the soldiers it houses and should provide them with a feeling of pride and ownership. An attractive facility can enhance the Tenants’ sense of identity and serve as one tool for the recruitment of new soldiers and retention of current soldiers.

2-6.1.4 The architecture should be sensitive to the style, scale, and materials of the local region not only for aesthetics, but also for function. Many local building forms and design statements are a direct outgrowth of a region’s environmental and cultural characteristics.

2-6.1.5 Design buildings to be compatible with their surroundings and sensitive to

2 - 14 the neighborhoods in which they are placed. TYAD facilities are intended to be 50-year buildings and 20-year renovations and as such, they should aim to be timeless, durable buildings. With these considerations, design is encouraged to be relevant to current architecture while avoiding design fads. Facilities should evoke a sense of pride within TYAD community.

2-6.1.6 Select materials to be aesthetically pleasing, easily maintained, sustainable, and cost effective. Standard exterior finish materials approved by the TYAD are described in Chapter 3.

2-6.1.7 Some select spaces will not have windows, for security reasons or by Tenant preference. The designer may want to locate these spaces away from major facades to allow use of fenestration on those elevations.

2-6.2 Flexibility and Economy

2-6.2.1 Incorporate internal flexibility as much as possible to readily accommodate the growth and change that will occur as tenants evolve and change their emphasis. If a facility is designed with internal flexibility of building systems, including electrical and telecommunications, it can accommodate change more economically.

2-6.2.2 External flexibility should also be planned to accommodate the potential for growth of the facility. This requires proper siting and utility planning, and a building systems approach to design universally applied to the facility.

2-6.2.3 Economy of design will be taken in its broadest sense: initial cost, maintenance, and building system flexibility.

2-6.2.4 Architectural: Durable and easily maintainable finishes, carpet tile, detailing which largely avoids custom fabrication, use of standard doors and windows, etc.

2-6.2.5 Structural: Strive for a regular column spacing layout to provide remodeling and interior space planning flexibility and economical structural systems.

2-6.2.6 Mechanical: HVAC systems should be designed to accommodate future relocation or addition of zones to meet future zoning requirements. Design of systems shall be integrated with sustainable design and development (SDD) considerations

2-6.2.7 Electrical: Main electrical room and electrical closets should be located to minimize voltage drop, to efficiently serve equipment, and to provide system flexibility.

Provide spare capacity in distribution equipment for future expansion and additional loads. Provide empty conduits for future expansion areas. Run cable trays for communication wiring. To extend power supply and communication system to electrified partitions, use flush floor boxes/poke-through and/or wall boxes in new facilities.

Communication system floor boxes should be minimized except where indicated.

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2-6.3 New Construction, Alterations and Additions

2-6.3.1 The criteria and requirements contained within this Guide pertain to all three types of projects: new construction, alterations, and additions. It is recognized, however, that due to the architectural configuration of existing facilities, the remaining life of systems, and other considerations, it may not be feasible in alteration projects to meet all new construction standards. Professional judgment is required to design a building which combines old and new portions into a harmonious finished design to provide a complete and usable facility at the lowest life cycle cost. As soon as possible after design initiation, the Design Agency should conduct a detailed facility investigation to establish the limits of construction. Investigations will include the following:

2-6.3.2 Verify accuracy of as-built drawings.

2-6.3.3 Determine adequacy of supporting utilities.

2-6.3.4 Determine the status of the following building components: structural, fire protection, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems; windows, roof, exterior and interior walls, doors and hardware, stairways, and insulation.

2-6.3.5 Based on the above and the project documents, develop recommendations as to the extent of the demolition and remodeling, including reuse or replacement of existing equipment, for the consideration of TYAD DPW.

2-6.4 Functional Relationships and Adjacencies

2-6.4.1 To the extent possible, arrange offices in an open work area so that departments can be grouped together, and so each group of offices can be near its workstations closely working with.

2-6.4.2 Cluster full-time workspaces together and locate within open unit common spaces. Maximize daylighting possibilities, allowing all workstations and offices to access windows to the extent possible. Full-time offices that cannot be placed within the open work area should generally be located on main corridors.

2-6.4.3 Locate open workspace adjacent to full-time and exclusive workspaces, and to administrative support spaces.

2-6.4.4 A command suite is authorized with a reception area, adjacent conference room, coffee station and printer. See Figure 2-14 as an example.

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2-6.4.5 Team room(s) should be located off a hallway, and may be located near the administrative areas, to allow for impromptu smaller team meetings. Verify with Tenants the preferred locations.

2-6.4.6 The janitorial and facility maintenance spaces should be centrally located to be convenient for maintenance of the building, and off a main corridor for easy access.

The facility maintenance space should also have reasonable access to the exterior for delivery of maintenance materials and equipment. In larger buildings, it is desirable to use the authorized space to create multiple rooms throughout the building for maintenance convenience. Locate janitorial spaces near toilets, where practical, for plumbing efficiency. Each floor must have a minimum of one janitorial space.

Figure 2-2 Command Suite

Figure 2-3 Janitorial and Toilets

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2-6.4.7 Locate an area for collection of recyclables near an exit for easy transfer, preferably an exit that is accessible to vehicles. For more requirements on recycling space.

2-6.4.8 A conference room is almost always associated with a Directorate within 50 ft (15 m) of the Director’s office, and adjacent to full-time staff. In most instances, it will be located within the Director’s suite.

2-6.5 Support Adjacencies

2-6.5.1 Locate toilets centrally for the workforce convenience and provide toilets on each floor. In larger buildings, consider splitting the space authorization not only between floors, but to provide more than one set of toilets per floor. In large facilities, consider locating smaller (possibly single use) toilets near the building entrance, for use by retention and family support visitors, if the primary toilets are not located nearby. Due to the potential for large numbers of people, the classroom area should have an ample number of toilets nearby. It may be necessary to provide more than the minimum number of toilet fixtures required by code or this Guide to provide reasonable numbers and locations of toilet facilities. Locker and shower rooms should always have a portion of the toilet space authorization located with them.

2-6.5.2 The locations of the break area and vending alcove are flexible, based on Tenant preference, but the break area should be located away from the entry, lobby and formal spaces of the facility to minimize noise and food odors transmitting to those spaces. The vending alcove is frequently collocated with the break area but can be broken into smaller spaces to distribute vending machines throughout a larger facility.

2-6.5.3 Mechanical and electrical rooms should be located and distributed through the building for efficiency of function and building distribution. Locate main mechanical room on an exterior wall with exterior access to a drive for ease of maintenance, repair, and replacement work. Architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines must coordinate size and location of building support spaces to provide sufficient space for equipment installation, operation, and maintenance, as well as efficient distribution of services.

2-7 FIRE PROTECTION/LIFE SAFETY

2-7.1 The primary criteria document for fire protection and life safety in TYAD facilities is UFC 3-600-01, “Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities”. New construction of administration and warehouse buildings generally includes fire sprinkler and life safety systems for protecting life, mission, and property while considering the costs of implementing the criteria and risks associated with the facility. Unheated storage buildings are considered warehouse and storage facilities; follow the corresponding criteria requirements. The USACE Designated Fire Protection Engineer (DFPE) has the authority to waive fire protection for buildings less than 5,000 sf based on expected items to be

2 - 18 stored, prior to the start of the project design. The criteria for providing and designing sprinkler systems are included in UFC 3-600-01.

2-7.2 Refer to the requirements of UFC 3-600-01 for existing buildings with addition/alteration projects. If modification type work exceeds certain thresholds, certain upgrades may be required.

2-7.3 Exterior staircases shall have a minimum landing of 36 inches at top and bottom and be flush with the floor it serves. All handrails shall be ADA compliant.

2-7.4 Mezzanines shall have two means of egress, when practical, one shall lead directly to the exterior of the building.

2-7.5 Installation/modification of any fire hydrant(s) or post indicating valve(s) (PIV) in an area subject to vehicle or material handling equipment damage shall be completely protected by bollards.

2-7.6 A “knox box” shall be provided at the main entrance of each building and must be coordinated with local fire department requirements.

2-7.7 Verify jurisdiction for alarm systems with RD or Tenants and verify jurisdiction requirements.

2-7.8 Provide combined Fire Alarm systems in accordance with UFC 3-600-01, UFC 4-010-01, and UFC 4-021-01.

2-7.9 To reduce the risk of mass casualties, there must be a timely means to notify building occupants of threats and what should be done in response to those threats. Mass notification is defined as the capability to provide real-time information to all building occupants, or personnel in the immediate vicinity of a building, during emergency situations. Provide Mass Notification Systems in accordance with UFC 4‑010‑01 and UFC 4-021-01.

2-7.10 100 percent acceptance testing shall be required to be performed on all Military construction, sustainment/restoration and modernization projects involving fire alarm system and/or fire suppression system modifications or installations and witnessed by the Installation Fire Chief or his/her designee. A one-time training session shall be provided after acceptance of the system to the Fire Department.

2-8 INTERIOR DESIGN (See Chapter 5 and 6)

2-8.1 The interior environment must respond to the needs of the facility as well as the individuals who occupy it, and be functional, aesthetically pleasing, and cost effective.

In addition, the interior environment should provide a humane setting to promote a sense

2 - 19 of belonging and well-being for the personnel. The following paragraphs provide criteria that will be considered to meet these goals.

2-8.2 The interior environment will be developed in coordination with the architectural design. All features of the building, including moveable furnishings and equipment, will be coordinated as parts of the overall design concept.

2-8.3 Through the planning process, the nature and configuration of the space can be examined. The adjacency requirements between the functional elements of an organization, workflow and patterns of communication will be initial considerations in the design process. Other factors will include multiple uses of space and flexibility for future uses and growth. Overall, the primary goal of space planning is to convert functional program requirements into a workable, aesthetically pleasing environment.

2-8.4 Materials and finishes should not be selected for appearance alone; they will ultimately affect the acoustical, lighting, insulating, fire rating, and maintenance factors of an environment. Any selection must satisfy aesthetic and functional requirements regarding durability, wearability, and maintenance. , TYAD has predetermined the materials and finishes they desire. These are listed with the individual rooms in Chapter 4.

2-8.5 Emotional responses to the environment are, to a great extent, the product of color and its character and quality as encountered within the environment. These responses are influenced by the viewing conditions, the use of color on surrounding objects and surfaces, and the size and relationships of these factors. Color can stimulate the imagination and create, attract, and maintain interest. Handled knowledgeably, imaginatively, and wisely, it is one of the most economical, yet psychologically satisfying and successful elements of the interior environment.

2-8.6 Specification of proper furnishings is critical to the performance and operational success of any facility. The standard criteria by which quality and appropriateness may be evaluated include function, movability, adjustability, maintenance, durability, comfort, and cost.

2-9 SIGNAGE

2-9.1 The Design Agency is responsible for designing and specifying signage for the building exterior and interior. The applicable criteria for signage are UFC 3-120-01 Design: Sign Standards and TYAD GIS Room Numbering Appendix B.

2-9.2 Interior signage typically consists of a building directory, room name/numbers, directional accessibility, and similar signs. For signs that indicate names, signs should have changeable inserts to allow changing of names.

2-9.3 Wayfinding is a decision-making process performed by people as they

2 - 20 make their way through a space. Wayfaring shall be unified, simple, and understandable.

2-9.4 Signage gives the wayfarer visual cues. At a minimum, signage shall inform decisions at intersections, be an integral part of the architecture, reinforce the pathways and define edges.

2-9.5 Signage is most effect when it functions as part of a total orientation system.

An effective orientation system is logical and easy to follow. Signage shall identify the main entrance to a space. This may occur at the building interior or exterior. Once inside the main entrance, the signage should act as orientation and directional information. This can be accomplished by a Directory, electronic signage, or an interactive board.

Directional signage shall identify paths at each point a decision is required. Room Identification Signage and/or Building Service Signs shall be used to identify destinations.

The names of the designations shall be consistent throughout and should not be eliminated from the directional signage until the destination has been reached.

2-9.6 Signage shall be consistent throughout the space using consistent colors and patterns. The signage shall be commercial grade that is high-impact and resist fracture. The attachment of the signage to the substrate shall be secure.

2-9.7 Signage shall allow flexibility. If room name changes are anticipated, the signage shall be able to accommodate this. Examples of signage changes are room names modifications, personnel changes, or change in use. If frequent room name changes are anticipated, the site shall be prepared to handle it.

2-9.8 Additional references are available for the signage package design:

UFC 3-120-01 – Design: Air Force Sign Standard, with Change 3, for information related to typography, graphics, and sign placement

NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code IBC – International Building Code.

2-9.9 Room numbering is important to the unity of the TYAD facility. A room numbering convention has been established by TYAD. The architect should ask TYAD to establish room numbers as soon as the rooms in the area being configured have been established, in the early design phase. These numbers are the only designations to be used for the project and are to be consistent throughout the set of drawings. Refer to Room Numbering Appendix B.

2-9.10 Accessible signage is also required as part of the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) FED-STD-795 and the American with Disabilities Act 28 CRF Part 36. These regulations have specific requirements for mounting locations, use of Braille, contrasting color and finishes, etc. The requirements for UFAS Compliant Signage shall be coordinated with UFAS 10440 “Interior Signage.”

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2-9.11 Other signage types are those required for Regulatory requirements and Official and Unofficial signs. This type of signage is generally placed on the doors to the spaces and warn of hazards within.

2-9.12 Exterior signage typically consists of a monument sign, accessibility and other parking signs, traffic directional signs (if required), and similar signs. If the facility is on a larger Government installation, the installation may have its own guidance for exterior signs. The Design Agency should verify whether such guidance governs.

2-9.12.1 Exterior sign messages shall be clear, simple, and easy for motorist to process quickly. Exterior signs must be located at significant decision points and oriented to provide clear sight lines for the intended user. Close coordination of locations with respect to landscaping, utilities, adjacent signage, and various other site design elements is important to ensure long-term maximum visibility.

2-9.12.2 Exterior signs should be placed perpendicular to traffic, wherever feasible.

2-9.12.3 Exterior signage shall be designed with the ability to adapt to changing information and content. Design exterior signs for maximum durability and sustainability based upon regional weather impacts.

2-9.13 TYAD has a standard exterior Monument Sign in accordance with UFC 3-120-01 requirements for a ‘Secondary Installation and Gate Identification Sign’, and as further defined below. Verify facility sign requirements with the installation; the Monument Sign should be utilized unless the Installation Design Guide requires otherwise. The Design Agency should verify whether such guidance governs.