Design Review and Validation Checklist
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General Information & Scope
Initial review to ensure the design aligns with project goals and scope of work.
Project Name
Design Revision Number
Date of Design Submission
Total Project Area (sq ft/m2)
Brief Project Description
Design Phase
Attached Design Documents (PDFs, CAD files)
Regulatory Compliance & Permits
Verification that the design adheres to all applicable codes, standards, and permit requirements.
Applicable Building Code Version
Specify Local Code (if applicable)
Required Permits
Other Permits Required (if applicable)
Permit Application Forms
Permit Application Submission Date
Permit Number(s)
Zoning Compliance
Variance Details (if applicable)
Structural Integrity & Stability
Assessment of structural design calculations, detailing, and overall stability of the construction.
Live Load Capacity (psf)
Dead Load Capacity (psf)
Wind Load Calculation Factor
Summary of Structural Calculations
Structural Analysis Reports (e.g., ETABS, SAP2000)
Soil Type Considered in Design?
Seismic Zone?
Description of any deviations from standard design practices, and justification.
Geotechnical Considerations
Review of geotechnical reports and their impact on the design, including foundation design and soil stability.
Summary of Geotechnical Report Findings
Design Soil Bearing Capacity (psf)
Design Soil Unit Weight (pcf)
Foundation Type (as per Geotechnical Report)
Geotechnical Report (Complete)
Groundwater Table Location (as per Geotechnical Report)
Notes/Assumptions Made Regarding Geotechnical Data
Architectural Design & Aesthetics
Evaluation of the architectural design for functionality, aesthetics, and consistency with project requirements.
Overall Design Concept Description
Compliance with Architectural Style Guidelines?
Exterior Renderings/Visualizations
Facade Material Palette Consistency Score (1-10)
Description of Interior Layout and Functionality
Adherence to Accessibility Standards (ADA)?
Notes on Material Selection and Justification
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) Systems
Detailed review of MEP system designs for efficiency, safety, and coordination with architectural and structural elements.
HVAC System Capacity (BTU/hr)
Electrical Panel Size (Amps)
Plumbing Material Type (Domestic Water)
Description of Emergency Power System
MEP Shop Drawings - HVAC
Energy Efficiency Features (MEP)
Coordination Issues Identified & Resolution Plan
Sustainability & Energy Efficiency
Assessment of sustainable design principles and energy-efficient measures incorporated into the design.
Target U-Value for Building Envelope (W/m²·K)
Estimated EUI (Energy Use Intensity) (kWh/m²/year)
Sustainable Materials Used (e.g., Recycled Content, Locally Sourced)
Describe any Passive Design Strategies (e.g., Orientation, Shading)
HVAC System Type (Select one)
Energy Modeling Report (if available)
Water Conservation Measures (Select all that apply)
Describe any LEED or other Sustainability Certifications being targeted
Constructability & Sequencing
Review of the design from a construction perspective, assessing feasibility, potential challenges, and sequencing of work.
Describe any potential constructability challenges anticipated with this design.
Which of the following construction methods are deemed most appropriate for this design? (Select all that apply)
Estimated number of construction crews required for peak activity.
Target start date for critical construction activities.
Describe any sequencing dependencies that need to be carefully managed during construction.
What is the anticipated level of complexity regarding material delivery and staging?
Upload any 3D models or BIM files used for constructability review.
Cost Estimation & Value Engineering
Evaluation of the design's impact on project costs and identification of potential value engineering opportunities.
Estimated Material Cost Deviation (%)
Estimated Labor Cost Deviation (%)
Estimated Total Project Cost Deviation (%)
Value Engineering Ideas Considered (and rationale)
Recommended Value Engineering Change?
Supporting Documentation (e.g., revised cost estimates, vendor quotes)
Explanation of any significant cost discrepancies.
Cost Estimate Source?
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Identification of potential risks associated with the design and proposed mitigation strategies.
Identify Potential Risks
Risk Severity (1-10)
Risk Probability (1-10)
Describe Proposed Mitigation Strategies
Risk Category (e.g., Design, Geotechnical, Regulatory)
Potential Impact Areas
Date of Risk Identification
Contingency Plans (if mitigation fails)
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