945 Architectural Plans - Chapter 945.1 - Development Requirements

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945 Architectural Plans chapter specifies requirements for developing Architectural Plans used in FDOT building facility projects. It describes Architectural Plans as stand-alone sets or component plan packages, and defines “Building” boundaries using logical delineation points (e.g., sidewalk contact, fence/wall abutment, main valve, cleanout). It mandates inclusion of construction cost estimates at specified phase submittals, clarifies what cost estimates cover and exclude, and details key sheet, signature sheet, sheet assembly order, general notes, project delineation, and utilities connection point documentation.

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945 Architectural Plans

945.1 General

945.2 Definitions

945.3 Construction Cost Estimate

945.4 Key Sheet and Signature Sheet

945.5 General Notes Sheet

945.6 Architectural Plans Project Delineation

945.6.1 Utilities Connection Points

945.7 Specific Sheet Requirements

945 Architectural Plans 945.1 General This chapter provides the requirements for the development of Architectural Plans. Seethe FDOT Building Facilities Design Manual Topic No. 625-020-016 for requirements of architectural designs and building related engineering systems. The Building Facilities Design Manual describes FDOT guidelines and requirements for providing professional Architectural/Engineering (A/E) consulting services for building facility projects. Architectural Plans are developed as stand-alone building projects or as a component set of plans. 945.2 Definitions Building: That portion of the project within the footprint of a structure designed for human occupancy or use. Where project facilities, systems, or components cross this delineation, logical break points will be used for the following: • A sidewalk leading to the 'building'—the delineation would be where the sidewalk contacts the structure. • Fencing or exterior walls—the delineation would be where the fence or wall abuts the structure. • Waste piping—the delineation would be the cleanout. • Water piping—the delineation would be the main valve; etc. “Building” DOES include building-related facilities and components, generally within 5 feet of the building perimeter including the following: o Roof overhangs, including projected awnings, porticos, canopies, etc. o Pad-mounted electrical transformers adjacent to and servicing the structure. o Appurtenant structures designed for materials storage or housing equipment (generators, lawn maintenance, etc.) or other similar uses. o “Building” systems and components including structural, electrical, mechanical, etc. “Building” DOES NOT include: o A tender house on a moveable bridge--this is part of the bridge structure. o Water or wastewater treatment facilities -- these are site/civil/mechanical facilities. o Landscape architecture--these are site/civil materials. 945.3 Construction Cost Estimate Include a Construction Cost Estimate (typically an Excel spreadsheet) at each phase submittal beginning with 2.6 Design Development -Phase III (as defined in the Building Facilities Design Manual) . The estimate provides the cost for all architectural improvements including building engineering systems and FFE included in the project scope that is not listed as Not In Scope (N. I.C.) or by others. Do not include the cost estimate in the construction contract documents. It is intended solely for use by the Department. 945.4 Key Sheet and Signature Sheet Follow the same requirements contained in FDM 910 for the development of a Key Sheet and Signature Sheet. The Key Sheet is the first sheet of the Architectural Plans set. The Signature Sheet, when required, is placed behind the Key Sheet. However, individual signed and sealed sheets by the design professional of record is becoming a common requirement for building permit review applications using electronic signatures. These sheets are created using the FDOT CADD Software. Architectural Plans may require insertion of sheets that were prepared early or prior to the design process. See FDM 910.2.6.1 for instructions on including these early works sheets. For standalone architectural projects, include the list of Contract Plans Components even if the Architectural Plans set is the only component. Assemble the Architectural Plans in the following order: Index of Architectural Plans (1) Key Sheet (2) Index of Drawings (if required in addition to Key Sheet) (3) Signature Sheet (4) General Notes Sheet (5) Civil Sheets (if included on an architectural stand-alone project) (6) Landscape Sheets (if included on an architectural stand-alone project) (7) Structural Sheets (8) Architectural Sheets a. Abbreviations & Legends b. Life Safety Plan c. Typical ADA Requirements (if included) d. Floor Plan(s) e. Reflected Ceiling Plan(s) f. Roof Plan(s) g. Exterior Elevations h. Building Sections i. Wall S

FAQs

How should “Building” boundaries be determined in Architectural Plans?

Use logical break points where facilities, systems, or components cross the building delineation, such as where a sidewalk contacts the structure, where fencing or exterior walls abut the structure, and where water and waste systems meet defined elements like the main valve or cleanout.

When must a Construction Cost Estimate be included, and who uses it?

Include a Construction Cost Estimate at each phase submittal beginning with 2.6 Design Development – Phase III. The estimate is intended for the Department only and is not included in construction contract documents.

What is the required order for assembling Architectural Plans?

Assemble in the following order: Index of Architectural Plans, Key Sheet, Index of Drawings (if required), Signature Sheet, General Notes Sheet, Civil Sheets (if included), Landscape Sheets (if included), Structural Sheets, Architectural Sheets (with listed subtypes), Interior Sheets, Fire Alarm Plans, Plumbing Plans, Mechanical Plans, and Electrical/Tele/Com plans.

Oct 24, 2026

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