Ivy Tech Standards

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1. Identified deviations of Standards must be submitted at each Design Phase Deliverable SD, DD, CD
   1. “Marked up” Standards sheets must be provided for:
      1. Architectural Interior
      2. Architectural Exterior
      3. Mechanical
      4. Electrical
      5. Plumbing
      6. Telecomm
      7. Security systems
      8. Space standards

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1. The Architect shall assist the College in investigating various building materials and finishes. Coordinate these recommendations with the College’s requirements regarding chemical exposure, flexibility, durability, and cleanability. The Architect shall reference Building Space Standards for finish materials in each type of space.
2. The buildings constructed for Ivy Tech are intended to be 75-year buildings. 
   1. This applies to exterior and interior systems. Names of building and the College may change over time. When incorporating the college or building name into the facility, consider the future cost of removing or replacing prior to designing the project. For example, special consideration shall be given to casting names in limestone, terrazzo or other permanent materials and should be minimized.
3. Design Expectations: Exterior Walls shall be brick, limestone, or stone with either a metal stud or CMU backup. Finished architectural or tinted precast concrete panels and architectural metal panel systems may also be used if approved by Owner. Non-tinted concrete panels will not be approved. Elevations, including reveals, visual details, and design must be reviewed by the Owner and approved in design. Exterior wall materials should be chosen with ongoing maintenance in mind, especially at the base of the wall. Either avoid materials which can be easily damaged by vehicle contact and maintenance equipment or create a buffer of landscaping/mow strips to protect from damage. Where exterior walls meet sidewalks or concrete plaza areas, use materials which will not be damaged by snow removal equipment and chemicals.   
4. Exterior Insulation Finishing (EIFS) is not allowed on Ivy Tech Facilities unless approved in writing by the College. 
5. At major entries to New Construction, consider a minimum of 10 feet walking distance into the building for dedicated walk-off carpet material.
6. Cavity Wall Assemblies: Exterior walls shall be constructed with continuous cavity wall insulation whether CMU or Cold Formed Framing backup. Generally, provide cavity wall assemblies modified as required to suit specific design conditions. Within wall assemblies approved by the College, provide an air/vapor barrier as defined by energy code requirements. If batt insulation is placed in the stud cavity, a vapor barrier shall be provided on the warm side of the insulation system. Provide appropriate water drainage behind the exterior wall face in “rain screen” assemblies. Water drainage systems in masonry wall assemblies should prevent mortar build-up and drainage blockage within the cavity. 

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For new exterior construction a "stand alone" full-size mock-up panel is essential for several reasons. This mockup will contain all major exterior systems and materials. As such:

• It establishes a "Minimum level of acceptability" for exterior systems/materials for the contractors to refer to.
• If commission testing for the building envelop is necessary but is not possible before building turnover, the mock-up construction can be utilized for spot testing of assemblies. 
• The Designer includes document/detailing of mock-up panel as part of the Contract Documents. 

Exterior mock-up panels are required unless deleting them from the construction is agreed to by Ownership. 

For new interior construction, finish mock-ups will be required for special finishes. Discuss potential finish mock-ups with Ownership. Ownership review will be required for final approval of finishes. The interior mock-ups may be constructed "in place" to remain if Architect and Ownership deems them acceptable. 

Mock-ups may include (but aren't limited to):

• Terrazzo
• Polished Concrete
• Tile Walls and Floors
• Wall Coverings and special painting schemes.

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Prior to finalizing Bidding Documents, discuss with the Facilites team to set up appropriate Attic Stock materials and quantities needed. Utilize the Replacement Materials Matrix included in the appendix to document and insert into Bidding Documents.  

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1. A vehicle barrier should be planned to protect the main entrance of the building from the land leading to the vehicle turnaround and drop-off location in front. This barrier should be coordinated with the Landscape design to maintain the appeal of the design and the purpose of the main entry.  Reinforced bollards would be acceptable but should be coordinated with the design. Avoid a straight drive lane to main entry. 
2. Visitor parking should be placed in front of the main entrance. Signs should be used to direct people to visitor parking and identify main entrance. Raised sidewalks and landscape bump-outs or islands should be planned in the student parking lots to reduce pedestrian and vehicle conflict and to slow speeds. The proper placement of landscaping bump-outs or islands will enhance the use of portable barriers for traffic control during peak use times. 
3. Student parking areas should be designed for natural surveillance from the main building. The lighting and landscape planting plans shall be designed to avoid producing barriers to visual accessibility, prevent hiding spots, and enhance natural surveillance. Design parking areas and the associated hardscape and landscape areas in conjunction with Security surveillance systems.  
4. Use of raised speed tables (flat topped speed bumps) with contrasting materials or paint at pedestrian crosswalks is encouraged.  
5. Signage should be well placed at vehicle entrances to direct vehicle traffic into the campus and in the parking areas. 
6. An emergency phone or call box should be visible from any exterior location and be located so that one is not more than “x-feet” from one. Coordinate these locations with campus security or local law enforcement (depending upon the campus). Avoid the placement of utility boxes, trees, walls, and other devices in locations that will facilitate climbing to access the roof. 
7. Consider the ability to fence and secure U-Shaped courtyards, receiving areas, and other dead space.  

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1. Avoid placing tall plants near exterior doors to which could potentially block views from security. 
2. Building entrances shall be well marked and illuminated. 
3. Main entrance vestibules provide a passive approach to screening and controlling visitors and students. 
4. Exterior doors should be designed for electronic access control and monitoring. 

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1. It is recommended that the design team review the building and HVAC plans to identify safe areas within the facility. These rooms should be structurally safe and provide reasonable protection from physical damage due to storms. 
2. Avoid, if possible, the use of opaque/translucent glazing at main and secondary entrances. The use of such materials reduces the natural surveillance and can create areas for hiding at entries. 
3. Assembly occupancies should have multiple means of egress for escape from critical incidents. Consider additional exiting above code minimums in multiple locations around the room. 
4. Classrooms and Labs with large storefront systems should have emergency exit capabilities to another space/corridor in addition to the main room entrance. 
5. Cameras are needed to provide uniform coverage of the exterior spaces, entrances, and interior hallways. An effective camera system requires constant supervision. It also provides documentation of activities and events for management use. Coordinate camera placement and supervision with campus security. 
6. Large assembly areas should be designed for other uses. It is desired that these spaces have constant supervised activities to prevent them from being isolated. 
7. In spaces where groups of students or faculty and students gather, rooms shall have visual access to provide natural surveillance. 
8. The cafeteria/commons area should be furnished with small tables (2 & 4-tops) to reduce group sizes and to increase movement space. This helps to avoid conflicts and it facilitates community use activities. 
9. Locate staff offices near public/student restrooms for casual monitoring of the area. 
10. Gang Restroom should avoid doors and use a maze entrance. 
11. If possible, Gang Restrooms should be placed in a central location for use as storm safe rooms.  
12. Custodial and other building services storage rooms should use automatic door closure arms and self-locking mechanisms to prevent improper access and use by students. Toxic cleaning materials should be carefully controlled in these areas.