Basis Of Design Checklist

The below provides a high- level checklist that can be used and modified for the
Basis of Design.

Ref Requirement Notes Checked

1 Intended usage of the Type of occupancy, how it affects

building and spaces the design and operation of the
building. Unique challenges

2 System operation and How will the different systems

maintenance expectations operate? How it will be maintained,
facilities staffing, etc

3 Design methods Method of Calculations for

implemented loadings, lighting, cooling, heating,
people, u-values, etc. Software
used or will use

4 Narrative of the design For all systems and types, provide

a general description, explain why
it was selected, what equipment
will be used, and integrate
environmental systems. Types of
materials to be used for the
installations. Decentralized
systems etc.

5 Narrative of the operation of Explain the intended operation of

the systems the systems Sequence of
operations Time clocks Plant
changeovers

6 Codes Guides Standards To cover design, construction &

commissioning of the HVAC /
Building Services for the project.

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Ref Requirement Notes Checked

7 Ambient Conditions Outdoor Design Conditions Room /

Space Conditions [temp, humidity,
noise etc]

8 List performance criteria Describe any specific

design/performance criteria that
have been stipulated by the OPR /
Client Comfort Levels Air Quality
Lux Levels Energy Requirements
Specific maintenance requirements
Ventilation rates

9 Sources of energy / fuel / Explain the fuel sources that the

supply building will utilize: Water Electric
Solar Natural Gas Propane Diesel
Oil Borehole

10 List of manufacturers Provide a full list of equipment and

expected manufacturers that will be
used.

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