University of California Berkeley Facilities Services created the Campus Design Standards to guide design and construction professionals to complete lasting, high-quality additions to the campus built environment. These Standards, along with applicable codes, ensure that new construction and renovation projects at UC Berkeley integrate industry best practices and experience with existing campus buildings, infrastructure, grounds, and maintenance issues.
The Campus Design Standards are administered by Inspection Services and were developed in concert with the Real Estate Division’s Construction & Design, Facilities Services, Environment, Health & Safety, and other campus units. They apply to all UC-sponsored construction projects. These standards use the Construction Standards Institute’s Master Format. Where a division is not listed in this document, there are no current campus standards and current applicable code shall prevail.
Changes and Revisions
The Campus Design Standards are formally revised triennially in sync with the adoption cycle of the California Building Code. Due to the ever-evolving construction environment, revisions between code cycles may be necessary. As part of the plan review process, the Campus Building Department will consider project specific needs when evaluating requests for variances. In addition, we welcome input on these standards at any time, from anyone. Refer to “Previous Versions” for the log of associated changes.
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