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Guides and checklists for plan review teams
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Start here 22
What construction document review covers, the vocabulary it uses, and how to prepare a set. Construction document review basics
Close submittal comments against the revised evidenceReview process · 3 min read Turn the project manual into a traceable submittal listReview process · 3 min read Build an RFI response the next person can verifyReview process · 3 min read Reconcile the documented changes before closeoutConstruction documents · 3 min read Start a firm knowledge base with one answerable taskReview process · 3 min read Find a useful precedent, then check whether it appliesReview process · 3 min read Keep reusable details approved, traceable and applicableReview process · 3 min read Use the section number to find the actual requirementReference · 3 min read Connect the owner’s requirement with the design approachReference · 3 min read Make the delegated design criteria and interfaces explicitReference · 3 min read Ask who prepared the record and what evidence supports itReference · 3 min read Submittal review checklistReview process · 3 min read Submittal log templateTemplate · 3 min read Drawing register templateTemplate · Review preparation · 4 min read Is there a website that checks drawings for discrepancies?Document review · 3 min read Construction documentation, explained for reviewConstruction documents · 5 min read How to review construction documentsReview process · 3 min read What is AI plan review?Getting started · 3 min read Plan check vs. plan reviewReview scope · 3 min read Prepare a set the reviewer can followReview setup · 3 min read Construction drawing abbreviations and symbolsReference · 4 min read Construction plan review glossaryReference · 6 min read
Discipline review checklists 23
Sheet-by-sheet checklists for a single discipline, most with an editable CSV. Drawing review checklists by discipline
Trace structural calculation criteria into the drawingsStructural documents · 3 min read Connect the drainage study to the civil plansCivil and site · 3 min read Read the solar layout, electrical diagram and support togetherElectrical documents · 3 min read Rebar shop drawing review checklistShop drawings · 3 min read Structural drawing review checklistStructural documents · 4 min read Mechanical and HVAC drawing review checklistBuilding HVAC · 4 min read Electrical drawing review checklistElectrical documents · 4 min read Plumbing drawing review checklistPlumbing documents · 4 min read Fire sprinkler plan review checklistSprinkler documents · 5 min read Accessibility plan review checklistBuilding accessibility · 5 min read Window schedule review checklistWindow coordination · 4 min read Civil and site drawing review checklistCivil and site · 4 min read Structural steel shop drawing review checklistShop drawings · 4 min read Concrete and reinforcement drawing review checklistConcrete documents · 3 min read Roofing and waterproofing review checklistEnvelope · 4 min read Curtain wall and facade review checklistEnvelope · 3 min read Fire alarm drawing review checklistLife safety · 4 min read Elevator and conveying systems review checklistConveying systems · 3 min read Commercial kitchen drawing review checklistFood service · 4 min read Landscape and irrigation review checklistLandscape · 3 min read Low-voltage, security, and AV review checklistTechnology systems · 3 min read Architectural drawing review checklistArchitectural QA/QC · 4 min read Door schedule review checklistOpenings and schedules · 4 min read
Coordination across disciplines 9
Where consultant documents disagree with each other, and the checks that surface it. Cross-discipline coordination guides
Project design criteria reviewConstruction document review · 3 min read Reflected ceiling plan review checklistDrawing coordination · 3 min read Equipment schedule coordination checklistDrawing coordination · 3 min read Shaft and opening coordination checklistDrawing coordination · 3 min read MEP coordination checklistSystems coordination · 4 min read 3D model-based plan reviewConstruction document review · 6 min read 2D drawing review vs BIM clash detectionCoordination · 4 min read REDICHECK interdisciplinary coordination review, explainedCoordination · 3 min read 15 cross-discipline coordination errors in construction drawingsCoordination · 4 min read
Specifications and drawings 80
Trace a specification section into the drawings, schedules, and details that have to match it. Specifications vs. drawings guides
Check concrete specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 03 30 00 · 3 min read Check structural steel specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 05 12 00 · 3 min read Check masonry specifications against wall detailsSpecifications and drawings · 04 20 00 · 3 min read Check insulation specifications against wall sectionsSpecifications and drawings · 07 21 13 · 3 min read Check waterproofing specifications against detailsSpecifications and drawings · 07 14 00 · 3 min read Check door hardware specifications against door schedulesSpecifications and drawings · 08 71 00 · 3 min read Check glazing specifications against window schedulesSpecifications and drawings · 08 81 00 · 3 min read Check painting specifications against finish schedulesSpecifications and drawings · 09 90 00 · 3 min read Check HVAC controls specifications against sequencesSpecifications and drawings · 23 09 23.02 · 3 min read Check lighting controls specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 51 00 · 3 min read Check resilient flooring specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 09 65 00 · 3 min read Check gypsum board specifications against partition typesSpecifications and drawings · 09 29 00 · 3 min read Check roofing membrane specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 07 54 23 · 3 min read Check acoustical ceiling specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 09 51 00 · 3 min read Check joint sealant specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 07 92 00 · 3 min read Check metal wall panel specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 07 42 13 · 3 min read Check ceramic, quarry, and glass tile specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 09 30 10 · 3 min read Check metal railing specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 05 52 00 · 3 min read Check carpet specifications against finish drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 09 68 00 · 3 min read Check firestopping specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 07 84 00 · 3 min read Check curtain wall specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 08 44 00 · 3 min read Check steel door and frame specifications against schedulesSpecifications and drawings · 08 11 13 · 3 min read Check wet-pipe sprinkler specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 13 13 · 3 min read Check toilet compartment specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 10 21 13 · 3 min read Check access flooring specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 09 69 13 · 3 min read Check elevator specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 14 21 23 · 3 min read Check overhead coiling door specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 08 33 23 · 3 min read Check wood casework specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 06 41 16.00 10 · 3 min read Check fire alarm specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 28 31 76 · 3 min read Check toilet accessory specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 10 28 13 · 3 min read Check interior signage specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 10 14 00.20 · 3 min read Check locker specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 10 51 13 · 3 min read Check aluminum storefront specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 08 41 13 · 3 min read Check chain link fence and gate specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 32 31 13 · 3 min read Check structured cabling specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 27 10 00 · 3 min read Check sectional overhead door specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 08 36 13 · 4 min read Check unitary HVAC equipment specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 81 00 · 3 min read Check hydronic heating piping specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 21 13.00 20 · 3 min read Check mechanical system insulation specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 07 00 · 4 min read Check intercommunication system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 27 51 23 · 3 min read Check electronic security system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 28 10 05 · 3 min read Check coiling counter door specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 08 33 13 · 4 min read Check HVAC air distribution specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 30 00 · 4 min read Check dedicated outdoor air system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 74 33 · 4 min read Check water chiller specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 64 10 · 4 min read Check audio-visual system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 27 41 00 · 3 min read Check first responder distributed antenna system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 27 53 19.13 · 4 min read Check plumbing fixture specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 22 00 00 · 3 min read Check air barrier specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 07 27 10 · 3 min read Check wood door specifications against door schedulesSpecifications and drawings · 08 14 00 · 3 min read Check fire extinguisher cabinet specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 10 44 16 · 3 min read Check site furnishings specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 12 93 00 · 3 min read Check exterior lighting specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 56 00 · 3 min read Check demolition specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 02 41 00 · 3 min read Check loading dock leveler specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 11 13 19.13 · 3 min read Check roller window shade specifications against schedulesSpecifications and drawings · 12 24 13 · 3 min read Check metal building system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 13 34 19 · 3 min read Check earthwork specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 31 00 00 · 3 min read Check stormwater utility specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 33 40 00 · 3 min read Check dry pipe sprinkler specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 13 16 · 3 min read Check preaction sprinkler specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 13 18 · 3 min read Check deluge sprinkler specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 13 19 · 3 min read Check fire pump specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 30 00 · 3 min read Check clean agent suppression specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 22 00 · 3 min read Check standpipe system specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 21 12 00 · 3 min read Check spray-applied fireproofing specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 07 81 00 · 3 min read Check automatic transfer switch specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 36 23 · 3 min read Check engine-generator specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 32 15 · 3 min read Check testing, adjusting, and balancing specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 05 93 · 3 min read Check interior electrical distribution specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 20 00 · 4 min read Check switchboard specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 24 13 · 3 min read Check low-voltage switchgear specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 23 00 · 3 min read Check lightning protection specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 41 00 · 3 min read Check power system study specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 05 73 · 3 min read Check UPS specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 33 53 · 3 min read Check variable frequency drive specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 26 29 23 · 3 min read Check access door and panel specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 08 31 00 · 3 min read Check fuel storage tank specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 33 56 10 · 3 min read Check heating boiler specifications against drawingsSpecifications and drawings · 23 52 00 · 3 min read Drawing vs. specification conflicts: how to find them before bidSpecifications · 3 min read
Comparing revisions and tools 9
What each vendor's own compare feature checks, and the question none of them answer. Comparing drawing revisions and tools
Compare drawing revisions, tool by toolTool workflows · 3 min read Compare drawings in Bluebeam RevuTool workflows · 3 min read Compare drawing PDFs in Adobe AcrobatTool workflows · 3 min read Compare drawing revisions in AutoCADTool workflows · 3 min read Compare drawing revisions in ProcoreTool workflows · 3 min read Compare drawings in Autodesk Docs (ACC)Tool workflows · 3 min read Compare plan sheets in FieldwireTool workflows · 3 min read Compare drawings in Bentley ProjectWiseTool workflows · 3 min read Review what changed—and what depends on itRevisions · 3 min read
California permitting 3
State agency review for schools and healthcare, and private plan review under AB 253. California permitting and state plan review
Codes, permitting, and calculators 207
Adopted codes, plan check responses, and free calculators that show their math. Building codes, permitting, and calculators
Trace healthcare room functions into the ventilation designCode reference · 3 min read Check the piping basis against the documented installationCode reference · 3 min read Connect masonry design notes, details and specificationsCode reference · 3 min read Use the Seattle amendment that governs the projectCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 13D home sprinkler plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 13R residential sprinkler plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 14 standpipe plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 24 private fire main plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 25 fire protection document reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 80 fire door and opening reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 90A HVAC fire and smoke reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 96 commercial kitchen plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 101 life safety plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read NFPA 110 emergency power plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 92 smoke control plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 221 fire wall and fire barrier wall plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 2001 clean agent system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 17A wet chemical kitchen hood suppression plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 750 water mist system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 10 portable fire extinguisher plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 111 stored electrical energy emergency power plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 70 National Electrical Code plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 285 exterior wall assembly plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 99 health care facilities plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Building Code (IBC) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read International Fire Code (IFC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Mechanical Code (IMC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Plumbing Code (IPC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Existing Building Code (IEBC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Residential Code (IRC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read California Building Code (CBC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read California Fire Code (CFC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Florida Building Code (FBC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NYC Building Code plan review: the 2022 Construction CodesCode reference · 3 min read Washington State Building Code plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 17 dry chemical extinguishing system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 30 flammable and combustible liquids plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 241 construction fire safety plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 855 battery energy storage system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 105 smoke door assembly plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 204 smoke and heat venting plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 12 carbon dioxide extinguishing system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 15 water spray fixed system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 4 integrated fire and life safety system testing document reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 75 information technology equipment room plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 1 Fire Code plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 3 fire protection commissioning document reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 11 foam fire protection system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 22 fire protection water tank plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 45 laboratory fire protection plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 54 fuel gas piping plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 170 fire safety symbols drawing reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 400 hazardous materials plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 409 aircraft hangar fire protection plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 780 lightning protection system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 30A motor fuel dispensing plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 55 compressed gas and cryogenic fluid plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 58 LP-gas plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 68 deflagration venting plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 69 explosion prevention plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 88A parking structure plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 502 road tunnel and bridge plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 5000 building code plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 291 hydrant flow test document reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 1225 emergency responder radio plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 2010 fixed aerosol extinguishing system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 37 stationary engine and gas turbine plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 91 process exhaust system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 33 spray application and spray booth plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 30B aerosol product manufacturing and storage plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 86 industrial oven and furnace plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 130 fixed guideway transit and passenger rail plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 318 semiconductor fabrication facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 820 wastewater treatment facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 2 hydrogen technologies plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 660 combustible dust plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 34 dipping, coating, and printing process plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 85 boiler and combustion systems plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 59A liquefied natural gas facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 80A exterior fire exposure plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 909 cultural resource property plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 914 historic structure fire safety plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 150 animal housing facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 303 marina and boatyard plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 307 marine terminal, pier, and wharf plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read ICC A117.1 accessibility standard plan review: 2026 edition vs the 2017 edition codes referenceCode reference · 3 min read 2010 ADA Standards plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASCE 7 design load criteria plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read ACI 318 structural concrete plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read AISC 360 structural steel plan review: what the specification covers and how to check drawingsCode reference · 3 min read ASHRAE 90.1 energy standard plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read IBC Chapter 7 fire and smoke protection features: plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read IBC Chapter 9 fire protection and life safety systems: plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read IBC Chapter 10 means of egress: plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASHRAE 62.1 ventilation and indoor air quality plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read AWC National Design Specification (NDS) for Wood Construction: plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 1140 wildland, rural, and suburban fire protection plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 731 premises security system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 101A alternative approaches to life safety: document reviewCode reference · 3 min read IBC Chapter 3 occupancy classification and use: plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read IBC Chapter 4 special detailed requirements based on occupancy and use: plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read IBC Chapter 5 general building heights and areas: plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read IBC Chapter 6 types of construction: plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read IBC Chapter 14 exterior walls: plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read CALGreen (Title 24, Part 11) green building code plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read New Jersey Uniform Construction Code (UCC) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Chicago Building Code (Title 14B) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 82 waste and linen handling system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 211 chimney, fireplace, and vent plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 102 grandstand, telescopic seating, tent, and membrane structure plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 415 airport terminal, fueling ramp drainage, and loading walkway plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 418 heliport and vertiport plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 497 hazardous (classified) location drawing reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 853 stationary fuel cell power system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 703 fire-retardant-treated wood and coatings document reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 52 vehicular natural gas fueling facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 140 soundstage and production facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 801 radioactive materials facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 407 aircraft fuel servicing plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 410 aircraft maintenance facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 59 utility LP-gas plant plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 32 drycleaning facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 1126 pyrotechnics before a proximate audience: plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 160 flame effects before an audience: plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 1194 RV park and campground plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 51 oxygen-fuel gas welding and cutting system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 499 combustible dust hazardous (classified) location reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 76 telecommunications facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 770 hybrid fire-extinguishing system plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 232 records protection plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 423 aircraft engine test facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 520 subterranean space plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 99B hypobaric facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 36 solvent extraction plant plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 35 organic coatings manufacturing plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 40 cellulose nitrate film storage plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 501A manufactured home community plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 31 oil-burning equipment plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 214 water-cooling tower plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 252 fire door assembly plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 257 fire window and glass block plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 286 interior finish plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 288 horizontal fire door plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 275 thermal barrier plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 701 curtain, drapery, and textile plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 253 corridor floor covering plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 115 laser fire protection plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read UFC 3-600-01 fire protection engineering plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASTM E119 and UL 263 fire-resistance rated assembly reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASTM E84 and UL 723 surface-burning characteristics reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASTM E814 and UL 1479 penetration firestop reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASTM E1966 and UL 2079 fire-resistive joint system reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASME A17.1/CSA B44 elevator and escalator plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASHRAE 15 and 15.2 refrigeration system safety reviewCode reference · 3 min read ICC 500 storm shelter plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASCE 24 flood-resistant design and construction plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read FGI Code healthcare facility plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read UFC 1-200-01 DoD Building Code plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read UFC 4-010-01 antiterrorism, force protection, and security engineering reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASCE/SEI 41-23 seismic evaluation and retrofit document reviewCode reference · 3 min read ASME A18.1 platform lift and stairway chairlift plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Oregon Fire Code (OFC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code (OMSC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code (OPSC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty Code (OEESC) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read California Residential Code (CRC, Title 24 Part 2.5) plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read UFC 3-101-01 Architecture document review for DoD projectsCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-110-03 Roofing review of DoD roof plans, details, and specificationsCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-201-01 Civil Engineering review for DoD site, grading, utility, drainage, and paving drawingsCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-220-01 Geotechnical Engineering review: from the geotechnical report to the foundation drawingsCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-301-01 Structural Engineering review for DoD structural drawings and general notesCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-401-01 Mechanical Engineering document reviewCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-420-01 Plumbing Systems review against the IPC as modifiedCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-520-01 Interior Electrical Systems review, including fire protection powerCode reference · 4 min read Oregon Electrical Specialty Code (OESC) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read California Existing Building Code (CEBC, Title 24 Part 10) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-530-01 interior, exterior, and security lighting review for DoD projectsCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-210-10 Low Impact Development review of DoD site and stormwater documentsCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-120-10 Interior Design review of DoD SID and FF&E packagesCode reference · 4 min read UFC 3-410-01 HVAC review of DoD mechanical drawings and specificationsCode reference · 4 min read California Electrical Code (CEC, Title 24 Part 3) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read California Mechanical Code (CMC, Title 24 Part 4) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read California Plumbing Code (CPC, Title 24 Part 5) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read California Historical Building Code (CHBC, Title 24 Part 8) plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) plan review before TDLR registration and RAS reviewCode reference · 4 min read North Carolina State Building Code plan review: 2018 codes in force, 2024 codes pendingCode reference · 4 min read NFPA 13 sprinkler plan review with AICode reference · 4 min read NFPA 20 fire pump plan reviewCode reference · 3 min read NFPA 72 fire alarm plan reviewCode reference · 4 min read How to respond to plan check commentsPermitting · 4 min read Occupant load calculatorCalculator · Code reference · 4 min read Stair riser and tread calculatorCalculator · Code reference · 4 min read ADA ramp slope calculatorCalculator · Code reference · 3 min read Egress width calculatorCalculator · Code reference · 3 min read Plumbing fixture count requirements, explainedCode reference · 3 min read Free construction code calculatorsCode reference · 3 min read Yes, it can check your local building codesBuilding codes · 4 min read
Project delivery and program 13
How the delivery arrangement decides who reviews what, and at which milestone. Project delivery and program guides
Follow an addendum through the whole bid packageBidding and tendering · 3 min read Make the document questions visible before the GMPPreconstruction coordination · 3 min read Trace a proposed substitution through its interfacesPreconstruction coordination · 3 min read Reduce avoidable RFIs with drawing reviewPreconstruction coordination · 4 min read 30%, 60%, and 90% design reviewDesign milestones · 3 min read How drawing review works under each project delivery methodDrawing review workflows · 10 min read Construction project delivery methods: an owner's guideOwners and developers · 13 min read Small drawing errors. Expensive construction fixes.Drawing errors and construction costs · 6 min read Data Center Construction: How Plan Review Helps Teams Build FasterData center construction · 3 min read Tender drawings: what they are and how to review them before you priceBidding and tendering · 5 min read Tender vs. construction drawings: how to find what changed after awardBidding and tendering · 4 min read AI in airport construction workflowsAviation programs · 5 min read How to write a DD-to-CD change narrativeMilestones · 3 min read
Evidence and evaluation 4
Published findings, accuracy pilots, and how to prioritise what a review returns. Review evidence and evaluation
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