Capital Improvement Planning Checklist

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Project Identification & Scope Definition

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Defining the need, goals, and boundaries of the capital improvement project.

Project Name

Project Description (Summary)

Property Address

Date of Initial Project Identification

Problem Statement/Justification

Project Category (e.g., Roof Replacement, HVAC Upgrade)

Estimated Project Size (e.g., square footage)

Initial Project Objectives (What are you trying to achieve?)

Needs Assessment & Prioritization

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Evaluating the urgency and importance of potential capital improvements relative to other needs.

Describe the specific need this capital improvement addresses.

Estimated number of people/units affected by the need.

What is the primary driver for this improvement (e.g., regulatory compliance, tenant request, deferred maintenance)?

Which of the following stakeholder groups are impacted by this need?

Estimated impact on property value (in currency).

Date need was first identified.

What is the urgency level of this need?

Feasibility Studies & Due Diligence

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Analyzing the technical, environmental, legal, and financial viability of potential projects.

Describe the existing condition requiring improvement.

Identify potential environmental concerns (e.g., Phase 1 ESA required?)

Estimated Project Lifespan (Years)

Zoning Compliance Verified?

Summarize any potential legal or regulatory hurdles identified.

Upload any relevant site assessment reports (e.g., engineering reports, condition assessments)

Historical Preservation Considerations?

Cost Estimation & Budgeting

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Developing accurate cost estimates and securing appropriate funding.

Estimated Project Cost (Total)

Contingency Fund Allocation (Percentage)

Estimated Soft Costs (e.g., Permits, Design Fees)

Estimated Hard Costs (e.g., Materials, Labor)

Detailed Breakdown of Cost Estimates (provide supporting documentation)

Funding Source(s)

Estimated Project Start Date (Budgeting)

Estimated Project Completion Date (Budgeting)

Upload Cost Estimates and Supporting Documents

Design & Engineering

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Planning and designing the capital improvements, including architectural and engineering plans.

Describe the project design goals and objectives.

Upload preliminary architectural drawings.

Estimated square footage of improvements.

Select applicable design standards (e.g., ADA, LEED, Historic Preservation).

Describe any site-specific engineering challenges or considerations.

Upload geotechnical report (if applicable).

Target date for completion of design phase.

Permitting & Regulatory Compliance

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Obtaining necessary permits and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

Identify Applicable Permits Required

Describe any identified Environmental Concerns & Mitigation Plans

Date of Permit Application Submission

Permit Application Fee Amount

Permit Status

Notes/Comments Regarding Permit Process (e.g., communication with authorities)

Upload Copies of Permit Applications and Supporting Documents

Expected Permit Approval Date

Contractor Selection & Management

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Selecting qualified contractors and managing the construction process.

Bidding Method Used

Number of Bids Received

Contract Type

Summary of Contractor Selection Criteria

Contractor Proposal(s)

Contractor Performance Evaluation (Initial)

Insurance Certificates Verified?

Contract Start Date

Details of any pre-qualification requirements

Construction & Implementation

8 of 10

Executing the capital improvement project according to plan.

Scheduled Start Date of Construction

Projected Completion Date

Actual Construction Start Date (if different)

Percentage of Project Completed (Weekly)

Daily Construction Log Notes (for discrepancies or issues)

Progress Photos (Weekly)

Current Phase of Construction

Change Order Documentation (if applicable)

Current Contractor Status

Post-Implementation Review & Evaluation

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Assessing the project's success and identifying lessons learned.

Actual Project Cost vs. Budgeted Cost (Variance)

Summary of Project Successes

Summary of Project Challenges & Lessons Learned

Project Completion Time (Actual vs. Planned)

Stakeholder Satisfaction (Overall)

Were the original project goals achieved?

Recommendations for Future Capital Improvement Projects

Date of Post-Implementation Review Completion

Financial Considerations & ROI

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Analyzing the financial impact, return on investment, and long-term cost implications.

Estimated Project Cost

Estimated Annual Operating Cost Increase (Post-Improvement)

Projected Annual Revenue Increase (If Applicable)

Discount Rate Used for ROI Calculation

Estimated ROI (%)

Payback Period (Years)

Funding Source(s)

Detailed Explanation of ROI Calculation Assumptions

Sensitivity Analysis Performed?

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