Accessible Accommodations for Buildings
When renovating an existing building, pay particular attention to the current accessible accommodations. The extent of existing accessible accommodations may
Category: Building Code
Value of a 1-Line Diagram
1-Line Diagram – What is it and why do I need one? You may have been advised by the Authority
Frontage Increase- Maximize Your Lot!
The intent of every new project is to maximize the potential of any site. One factor built into the International
Denver Excavation Shoring Requirements
Denver requirements for shoring excavations associated with residential construction are outlined in the City & County of Denver Community Planning
Generators and Elevators- Critical Detailing
Proper design for generators and elevators is imperative for multiple reasons. On some commercial and multi-family projects where there are
New Zoning Code for City of Arvada
EVstudio continues to have projects in Arvada, Colorado, a city right in the backyard of our office in northwest Denver
Designing Fire Stations that Keep Fire Fighters Safe
Fire fighters and other first responders put their lives on the line every day to keep communities safe. As Architect
Stud Sizes and Spacing
Stud Sizes and Spacing in Rated Wall Assemblies I recently worked on a project that utilized a number of
Aluminum Wiring In Homes
Is Aluminum Wiring Safe In My Home? Examining the known issues and problems associated with aluminum wiring and dispelling myths
Is My Electrical Service Panel Big Enough?
Is my existing Electrical Service Panel big enough for my new addition? Determining Existing Loads – How to determine and
Wiring Nightmares- How Could This Happen?
For many (owners, inspector, architects and engineers alike), on virtually every construction project there exists some healthy skepticism regarding the
What ANSI version should I use for my project?
ANSI Accessibility Code While conducting a code study for a current project of ours in Lone Tree (see LINK for
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