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AND HOW DO YOU GET STARTED? BELOW ARE 5 CONSIDERATIONS TO HELP YOU PROCEED WITH CONFIDENCE.  \n1>> WHY CONSIDER RENOVATION OR EXPANSION?  \nIf you’re not sure you really need to renovate or expand, take a look at some of the most common reasons companies decide to go forward >>  \n• Outgrown space  \n• Need different types of spaces for collaboration  \n• A change in how departments and their employees functions  \n• Changing technology needs  \n• Existing footprint doesn’t work anymore  \n• Employee morale (a modern, well-functioning workplace is a significant contributor)  \n• Freshening up. Seriously, when was the last time your facility got a face lift? See above.  \n• Growth with a lot of hires—is your current space hindering your ability to recruit new talent?  \n• Break area / kitchen-café is inadequate or non-existent (this is a significant contributor to high morale and employee satisfaction)  \n• The need for larger meeting areas  \n• Downsizing to accommodate fewer employees  \n• Reconfiguring to accommodate a flexible work force that isn’t always in the office.  \n2>> HOW WILL THE CONDITION OF YOUR EXISTING FACILITY IMPACT BUDGET, TIMING AND SCOPE?  \nAn experienced, skilled contractor will know how to identify design challenges and help guide the renovation to meet your budget and timeline, including things like >>  \n• How will your business function during a renovation in a facility with on-going operations?  \n• Will you need to plan for after-hours construction, planned periodic shutdowns or temporary moves?  \n• Safety planning involved in larger renovations  \n• Air flow / mechanical systems  \n• Material handling (easy in and out access?)  \n• Fireproofing / sprinkler system  \n• ‘Age of building’ considerations (pre-1970s buildings can mean asbestos abatement will be needed)  \n• Lead-based paint abatement  \n[RLGbuilds.com](RLGbuilds.com) Page 1 of 2  \n| 3>> HOW WILL THE DETAILS OF THE RENOVATION OR CONSTRUCTION AFFECT THE | •\u003Cbr>• | Compressed schedule—the building might be approved, but scheduling the rough inspections becomes a challenge\u003Cbr>Sequence of the project—permitting, materials and construction all must be planned out with the appropriate lead times to meet your timeline. |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| SCHEDULE? | • | Obtaining permits—depending on the location, some permitting entities can run weeks or months behind. This has to be accounted for in the planning process. |\n| An experienced contractor with a skilled workforce not | • | Timing constraints—depending on the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), there might be additional permitting delays. Not allAHJ are local. Township, county |\n| only knows all the things that must be considered when a renovation is being planned | • | and state AHJs all have different timelines.\u003Cbr>Availability of specialty contractors—if there are delays, the original specialty contractor may no longer be available (such as a fire alarm system installer). If |\n| and designed, but knows how to plan the project so none of them cause delays. Examples include >> | • | another installer can’t be found who can fit the project schedule, there could be delays.\u003Cbr>Custom items—if your renovation design calls for unique, unusual or custommade parts, these can take longer to procure, and require a different sequence for installation. |\n| 4>> HAS EVERY ASPECT OF | • | Do you know where everything will be installed, and the provisions that have tobe made to accommodate all? |\n| THE RENOVATION BEEN COMPLETELY THOUGHT | • | Are the sewer/water and electrical services appropriately sized to accommodate growth and space enlargement? |\n| THROUGH? | • | Where will you need power? It costs less money and time to manage this in the rough-in stage vs. after walls are built and drywall is up. |\n| In the excitement of planning | • | What should you consider for securi","cbCaid8kTNO9Ivac","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaid8kTNO9Ivac","pdf",299602,"English","# Construction & Renovation Project Checklist\n## 5 things to consider before beginning your project\n## Why consider renovation or expansion?\n## How will the condition of your existing facility impact budget, timing and scope?\n## How will the details of the renovation or construction affect the schedule?\n## Has every aspect of the renovation been completely thought through?\n## How do you get started? what’s your first call?","[{\"question\":\"When is it a good time to renovate or expand a facility?\",\"answer\":\"Renovation or expansion is often triggered by outgrown space, changing collaboration needs, organizational and departmental shifts, evolving technology requirements, or a footprint that no longer works. 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