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Abstract
The need to accurately assess the condition of a building has become more important as the adaptive reuse, rehabilitation, and improvement of existing buildings have assumed a more prominent role in meeting national needs. The condition of the building envelope is of concern since failures can result in safety and healt problems, as well as structural damage. Evaluation of the building envelope is often the first step toward stabilization and rehabilitation of the building. Considerable information has been generated for various materials, components, and systems by manufacturers, organizations and practictioners. However, a rational approach to condition assessment of the building envelope has often been lacking. This standard guideline has been preparted for use by qualified design professionals and regulatory officials. It is not intended to be inclusive or prescriptive. Methods and procedures are presented as a resource for reference purposes.
The need to accurately assess the condition of a building has become more important as the adaptive reuse, rehabilitation, and improvement of existing buildings have assumed a more prominent role in meeting national needs. The condition of the building envelope is of concern since failures can result in safety and healt problems, as well as structural damage. Evaluation of the building envelope is often the first step toward stabilization and rehabilitation of the building. Considerable information has been generated for various materials, components, and systems by manufacturers, organizations and practictioners. However, a rational approach to condition assessment of the building envelope has often been lacking. This standard guideline has been preparted for use by qualified design professionals and regulatory officials. It is not intended to be inclusive or prescriptive. Methods and procedures are presented as a resource for reference purposes.
Date
0/2000
0/2000
Author(s)
ASCE
ASCE
Page(s)
54
54
Keyword(s)
building envelope; structural damage; condition assessment; ASCE 30-00
building envelope; structural damage; condition assessment; ASCE 30-00