Agenda Item
ii. E-SPLOST V Project: 344-35 Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Budget Adjustment for Midvale Elementary School Major Building System Replacement (in the amount of $2,350,000)
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 34435: Midvale ES to include replacing the HVAC system.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment in the amount of $2,350,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
Why: To provide the Midvale ES facility with further needed improvements related to safety, security, and health. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities to fulfill program wide initiatives. The requested budget addition is based on the opinions of probable costs provided by the project’s design professionals.
Details: On March 15, 2021, the Board approved the award of RFQu No. 21-752-016 for Professional Architectural and Engineering Services for DeKalb High School of Technology and Midvale Elementary School to BRPH.
The E-SPLOST V Project 34435: Midvale ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Fire Sprinkler installation, accessibility improvements to restrooms and stage…”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include HVAC system replacement…”
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 34435: Midvale ES be increased by $2,350,000 to cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 60235: Program Contingency.
Financial impact: A budget transfer of $2,350,000. from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG. 60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V Project 34435: Midvale ES (cost code: SP5FACCON. 34435.GENERALCONTRACTOR).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval.
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
MIDVALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DeKalb County School District
Facility Assesment Report
JUNE 9, 2021
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Table of Contents
01. Executive Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
List of Scope Items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Civil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Structural . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Architectural . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Mechanical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
02. Existing Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Floor Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Roof Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
03. Photograpghs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Civil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Structural . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Architectural . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mechanical & Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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01. Executive Summary
The following Report summarizes BRPH’s initial response to DeKalb County School Districts (DCSD) proposal for
school facility conditions improvements to Midvale Elementary School, located at 3863 Midvale Road, Tucker GA.
Per the initial DCSD RFQ 21-752-016; dated November 5, 2020 and an Owner email dated May 26, 2021, the project
scope included the following:
• Plumbing and site improvements.
• ADA restroom upgrades - Including finishes
• ADA improvements - Light duty elevator and platform lift.
• Fire sprinkler installation
• Ceiling tile replacement in the corridors.
• Fire alarm system
• Chiller replacement
• HVAC replacement
• Leaks by the dock
• New intercom system*
• New Marquee*
• Replace cafeteria flooring*
• Roofing replacement **
• Window replacement **
• Brick exterior repairs **
• Adult restroom addition at ground level **
On Tuesday May 18th the BRPH design team and Dekalb County performed a site visit to review the scope at the
school facilty. Additional deficiencies discovered during the May 18th walk-through are listed below and throughout the
document and shown italicized:
• Damaged brick & mortar
• Rusted signage hangers
• Non-ADA compliant signage
• Water damaged soffits
• Roof deficiencies (*** New Roof & tapered insulation highly recommended)
• No guardrail at roof edge (***Highly recommend installing guardrails along with New Roof)
• Rusted / damaged door frames
• Broken / single pane windows (do not comply with current Energy Code)
• Damaged / rusted fencing at Utility Yard
• Non-functioning oversized louver at Interior Courtyard
• Non-ADA compliant exit stair railings
The following is a summary of observations relative to the scope provided including addtional recomendations for
DCSD’s consideration.
Civil Summary:
All existing sidewalk and ADA items should be a priority. They are a life safety code and potentially hazardous.
These include settled areas of concrete or where surfaces are greater than 1/2” elevation difference. The
drainage and Erosion issues can be considered medium priority. These could eventually lead to bigger concerns
such as washing out steps and sidewalks or possibly leaking into the building or undermining the footings. This
could also be a safety hazard if storm water runs across pedestrian areas.
Structural Summary:
Structural items observed, such as spalling concrete, are not critical and can be easily corrected.
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Executive Summary - continued:
Architectural Summary
Several of the items noted in the original scope as well as deficiencies discovered during the site visit should be
corrected as soon as possible:
• Recommend replacing roof, tapered insulation and installing Safety Railings.
• Recommend installing an exterior ADA Ramp to connect the upper level to the Gym level.
• Recommend installing an Elevator to connect the upper level to the Gym level.
• Recommend installing new Adult Restrooms at the Lower Level for Teacher access (none exist currently).
• Recommend removing all existing windows and installing new Aluminum Storefront windows that meet the
current Enercy code.
• Recommend pointing and tucking all exterior brick.
• New Corridor ceiling & Light Fixtures; see Plumbing section for new Fire Sprinkler system information. The
installation of a new sprinkler system may have unintended consequences that could affect the HVAC system
operations, wall ratings and door grilles.
Mechanical Summary/ Recommendations:
• Replace all boiler and accessories serving the hot water portion of the system. The new boiler should be
water-tube type, per Owner guidelines. A new hot water pump should be added to the system to provide
redundancy for reliability. The air-cooled chiller should be replaced. While the age of this unit is low,
persistent problems warrant replacement.
• Unit ventilators and roof mounted units should remain.
• New non-ducted split systems should be added at the kitchen office and dry storage areas.
• All older fans and heaters should be replaced. The systems serving the storage spaces adjacent to the Art
Rm. should be replaced or modified.
• The control system should be upgraded to the current software version. Any new HVAC system components
would be provided with current controls
Electrical Summary
• All Electrical items are strongly recommended to be addressed in a prompt manner.
Plumbing Summary
• Bottle filling stations at drinking fountains should be added in select locations as requested by the Owner
such as the cafeteria area.
• A new fire sprinkler system should be provided. This may lead to redesign of the corridor wall assembly to
accommodate smoke partition walls. Likely extra steps this would lead to would be sealing transfer louvers
at classroom door transoms, adding relief roof hoods over classrooms, and adding transfer openings above
ceilings between classrooms to allow for free air transfer.
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02. EXISTING CONDITIONS - FLOOR PLAN
Existing Floor Plan: Locations of scope and recomendations
MIDVALE ELEMENTARY FACILITY 3836 MIDVALE RD. TUCKER, GA 30084 (678)874-3400 FACILITY# 644-2062-1430.01 10 ACRES
2011 2010
1968 1966
10,042 SF 45,335 SF
GYM
1
PHY-ED
16 DN 15 14 13 DN 12 11 10 9 5478
ART 5TH SP ED 5TH 5TH 4TH EIP 4TH
16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 R
K-3RD SP-ED SP-ED 4TH-5TH 4TH-5TH 4TH-5TH K-3RD 4TH-5TH
STORAGE 768 768 768 768 768 768 768 768 R
UP UP
STORAGE
BOOK RM
2020
2003
5,478 SF
MIDVALE ELEMENTARY FACILITY
117 114 113 111 110 109
K K K 4TH 4TH 3RD
117 114 113 111 110 109
DN DN 4TH-5TH 4TH-5TH K-3RD
K-3RD K-3RD K-3RD
120 768 768 768 768 768 768
PRE-K
120 DN
K-3RD
741
121 116 STAGE MECH RM
REG SP ED K 132.1
121 116 MECH RM
SP-ED K-3RD 1000
741 768 2010
122 COOLER FREEZER 1966
REG SP ED 45,335 SF
122
SP-ED
741 DOCK
123
REG SP ED CAFETERIA DISH WASH
OFFICE
123 131
SP-ED CAFETERIA
741
124 5373
107 105
REG SP ED 2ND 1ST 1ST
124 107 105 103
SP-ED K-3RD K-3RD K-3RD STORAGE
741 768 768 768 132.2
STOR-NI
125 300
REG SP ED
125
A/C
SP-ED WORK RM
741 R
106 104 102 101 PRIN
2ND 1ST 1ST ADMIN R CLINIC ROOM LABEL LEGEND
106 104 102 101 V LOUNGE POSTED ROOM NUMBER
K-3RD K-3RD K-3RD ADMIN ROOM/SPACE NAME
2011 768 768 768 768 DOE SPACE NUMBER
1968
DOE SPACE TYPE
10,042 SF
SQUARE FOOTAGE
GROUND & MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN NOT TO SCALE Page 1 of 1 UPDATED: 7/14/2017 BY: AM
LEGEND
Site Improvements
Restroom Improvements
Exterior Improvements
Door Hardware & Signage Improvements
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02. EXISTING CONDITIONS - ROOF PLAN
Existing Roof Aerial: Locations of scope and recomendations
LEGEND
Roofing Improvements.
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C 01
North of service area, east side of building
Missing fencing/railing. Lack of ADA access to lower level of
building/playfields/gym.
Provide switch back ADA ramp with landings and handrails not
to exceed 1:12.
C02
North of service area, east side of building
Sidewalk settling, not ADA compliant
Replace section of sidewalk to be ADA compliant.
C03
North of service area, east side of building
Drainage and erosion issues down slope.
Remove concrete, pipe trench drain to bottom of slope, daylight with
rock dissipation protection. Provide backfill entire area up to cheekwall
and grass/plant.
C04
Northeast of school, facing east wall of building
Drainage issue
Remove and replace sidewalk sections with positive slope away from
sidewalk and buildings.
C05
East island of service area, facing Gleneagles Drive
Sidewalk and curb and gutter settling, not ADA compliant
Replace section of sidewalk and curb and gutter to be ADA
compliant.
C06
South of service area
Cracked/broken concrete paving
Replace section of concrete paving
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MIDVALEHIGH SCHOOL OFSCHOOL
ELEMENTARY TECHNOLOGY 7
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C07
South of building, west of entry drive
Sidewalk cracked/settling, not ADA compliant
Replace section of sidewalk to be ADA compliant.
C08
In front of entry doors at southwest building corner
Trench drain clogged
Flush trench drain and pipes of debris and sediment
C09
South of building, west of entry drive off Midvale Road
Sidewalk and water vault top differential settling
Replace section of sidewalk and/or adjust water vault top to be
ADA compliant.
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MIDVALEHIGH SCHOOL OFSCHOOL
ELEMENTARY TECHNOLOGY 8
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S01
Rear Wall (north side)
Spalling of concrete at an exterior concrete column
Remove loose concrete and cover with epoxy/grout
S02
Rear Wall (north side)
Spalled concrete at a steel embed plate at an exterior
concrete column
Remove the loose concrete, clean the steel and coat
with epoxy/grout
S03
Rear Wall (north side)
Exposed/Rusting concrete column reinforcing bar is
causing the concrete to spall
Remove the loose concrete, clean the reinforcing bars
and patch/cover with epoxy/grout
S04
Rear Wall (north side)
Exterior concrete column reinforcing is too close to the
face of the concrete allowing the steel to rust and spall
the concrete
Remove the loose concrete, clean the reinforcing bars
and patch/cover with epoxy grout
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S 05
Rear Wall (north side)
Horizonal wall reinforcing (dur-0-wal) rusting and
pushing the mortar out of the joint
Remove the loose mortar, clean the reinforcing and
cover with a new mortar in the joint
S06
Rear Wall (north side)
Concrete column ties (reinforcing) were placed too
close to the surface of the concrete allowing the steel
to rusting and spalling the concrete
Remove the loose concrete, clean the reinforcing and
cover with epoxy/grout
S07
Rear Wall (north side)
The horizonal wall reinforcing (dur-0-wal) is rusting,
pushing the mortar out of the joint
Remove loose mortar, clean the reinforcing and cover
with a new mortar in the joint
S08
Rear Wall (north side)
Spalling of concrete in an exterior concrete column
Remove loose concrete and cover with epoxy/grout
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S 09
Rear Wall (north side)
The concrete column ties (reinforcing) were placed too
close to the surface of the concrete allowing the steel
to rusting and spalling the concrete
Remove the loose concrete, clean the reinforcing and
cover with epoxy/grout
S10
Rear Wall (north side)
Horizonal wall reinforcing (dur-0-wal) is rusting, pushed
the mortar out of the joint
Clean the steel, cover with new mortar in joint
S11
Elevated Classroom Wall @ Roof
Minor settlement cracks in brick veneer
Monitor the previously made repair
S12
Elevated Classroom Wall @ Roof
Minor settlement cracks in brick veneer
Monitor the previously made repair
S13
Rusting Connection between building structure and
precast concrete entrance feature
Rusting of metal
Clean and paint with a rust preventive paint
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S14
Elevated Classroom Wall @ Roof
Cracking of brick veneer at wall corner
Monitor previously made repair
S15
Northwest Corner of Building
Column reinforcing is too close to the face of the
concrete allowing the steel to rust and spall the
concrete
Remove the loose concrete, clean the reinforcing bars
and patch/cover with epoxy/grout
S16
Southwest Corner
Concrete Cracking at the intersection of a concrete
column and concrete beam
Clean the joint and fill with epoxy/grout
S17
Front Wall (south side)
The reinforcing bars are positioned too close to the
surface of the beam allowing the reinforcing to rust and
spall the concrete
Remove the loose concrete, clean the rusting
reinforcing bars and cover with epoxy/grout
S18
Rear Classroom hallway at the concrete retaining wall
Mortar at bed joint has deteriorated
Clear the joint of loose mortar and replace the mortar
in the joint
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A01
Front of school, signage.
Steel hanging system is rusted.
Recommend repairing and paint steel members.
A02
Building Exterior, sample photo.
Spalling concrete, damaged brick.
Repair concrete columns, pressure wash brick, point &
re-tuck brick throughout building exterior.
A03
Building Exterior, Right of main Entry; roof overhang.
Water damaged soffit.
Recommend removing damaged stucco and re-applying a
soffit finish and proper drip edge along roof overhang.
A04
Building Exterior, Left of main Entry; roof overhang.
Water damaged soffit & brick.
Recommend removing damaged stucco and re-applying
a soffit finish and proper drip edge along roof overhang.
A05
Exterior of main Mechanical Room.
Damaged brick and door frame.
Repoint brick; Replace Door & Louver frame.
A06
Exit to the right of main Mechanical Room.
Damage Brick.
Remove brick, repair roofing, replace brick or consider
alternate exterior material.
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A07
Exit to the right of main Mechanical Room.
Damage Brick.
Remove brick, repair roofing, replace brick.
A08
Rear Exterior.
Damaged brick; spalling concrete columns.
Repair concrete columns, pressure wash brick, point &
re-tuck brick throughout.
A09
Sample Exterior Window.
Single pane (non-energy efficient) & damaged windows.
Recommend replacing all windows w/ double-pane win-
dows; replace flashing all around at opening, typical.
A10
Rear, Exterior.
Single pane (non-energy efficient) & damaged windows.
Replace sill; after window replacement.
A11
Rear, Exterior Gym-level exit.
Spalling concrete, damaged brick. No ADA-compliant gym
level access.
Repair concrete; clean brick; re-point all brick. Install new
elevator and stair lobby.
A12
Left of Main Entrance, Side, Exterior (Sample Location)
Single pane (non-energy efficient) & damaged windows.
Damaged vent grilles.
Recommend replacing all windows w/ double-pane win-
dows; replace flashing all around at opening, typical.
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A13
Building Exterior, Left of main Entry; roof overhang.
Water damaged roof overhang; missing guardrail at roof.
Clean & repair soffit; install code-compliant railing at roof.
A14
Roof, sample photo.
Evidence of water ponding after rain; poor roof drainage,
non-sloped roofing areas & damaged roofing; no railings.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation; install guardrails at roof edges.
A15
Roof, sample photo.
Water is ponding after rain; poor roof drainage, non-
sloped roofing areas & damaged roofing.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation.
A16
Roof, sample photo.
Water is ponding around roof drain; poor roof drainage,
non-sloped roofing areas & damaged roofing.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation and new roof drains.
A17
Roof, sample photo.
Damaged roofing, base flashing & sealant is deteriorated.
Remove existing roof and re-roof to include proper ta-
pered insulation, new flashing (complete roof system).
A18
Roof, sample photo.
Water is ponding around roof drain; poor roof drainage,
non-sloped roofing areas & damaged roofing.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation and new roof drains.
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A19
Roof, sample photo.
Water damaged brick & grout at coping / gutter.
Recommendation to pressure wash brick, point & re-tuck
brick throughout; reflash parapets & replace coping.
A20
Roof, sample photo.
Dirty / damaged / non-sloping roof, ponding areas; deteri-
orating bonding adhesive.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation.
A21
Roof, sample photo.
Roof drain is clogged, water is ponding.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation and new roof drains.
A22
Roof, sample photo.
Overgrown trees, dirty / damaged / non-sloping roofing.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation. Trim adjacent tree limbs.
A23
Roof gutter, sample photo.
Dirt collected in gutter, clogging downspouts.
Install gutter guards.
A24
Roof area, west portion of building.
Damaged roofing; missing edge coping & fall protection.
Recommend removing existing roof and re-roof to include
proper tapered insulation; install fall protection.
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A25
Front of school.
ADA curb cut missing flared sides; curb transition is too
abrput.
Remove portion of sidewalk and install ADA-compliant
flared sides.
A26
East exterior, to the right of main Mech. Room.
Damaged sidewalk; no guardrail at elevation drop be-
tween sidewalk and utility yard.
Repair sidewalk and install guardrail at portions of wall
exceeding 30” high.
A27
East exterior, to the right of main Mech. Room.
Damaged sidewalk, no ADA-access to lower level.
Repair sidewalk, install new ADA-compliant ramp to con-
nect all levels of the school.
A28
East exterior, Loading area / Utility Yard.
Rusted / damaged fencing.
Recommend installing new aluminum, louvered fencing all
around mechanical equipment.
A29
East exterior, Loading area / Utility Yard.
Rusted / damaged fencing.
Recommend installing new aluminum, louvered fencing
all around mechanical equipment.
A30
Front - Main School Building Entrance.
Doors & openings are not ADA compiant.
Install set of power-assist double doors.
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A31
Women’s RR @ Workroom.
Door way too narrow, not ADA-compliant.
Create larger door opening to be ADA-compliant.
A32
Women’s RR @ Workroom.
Vanity and Toilet room do not meet ADA req’s.
Demolish interior walls & doors and reconfigure Restroom
to meet ADA dimensions & clearances.
A33
Women’s RR @ Workroom.
Vanity and Toilet room do not meet ADA req’s.
Demolish interior walls & doors, reconfigure to meet ADA
dimensions & clearances.
A34
Typical Special Education shared RR
Toilet rooms do not meet ADA req’s; missing Lavatory.
Demolish interior walls & doors, reconfigure to meet ADA
dimensions & clearances.
A35
Typical Special Education shared RR
Toilet rooms do not meet ADA req’s; missing Lavatory.
Demolish interior walls & doors, reconfigure to meet ADA
dimensions & clearances.
A36
Typical Special Education shared RR
Toilet rooms do not meet ADA req’s; missing Lavatory.v
Demolish interior walls & doors, reconfigure to meet ADA
dimensions & clearances.
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A37
Children’s gang RR entrance, sample photo.
Non-ADA compliant threshold.
Remove threshold completely or install a shallower
threshold to be ADA-compliant.
A38
Cafeteria entry, pair of doors.
Non ADA-compliant door clearance & hardware.
Update door hardware & remove center mullion.
A39
Cafetorium, stage area.
No ADA access to stage.
Install either a lift or ADA-compliant ramp up to the stage
height.
A40
Clinic millwork.
Non ADA-compliant millwork, no knee clearance under
sink.
Install new millwork with ADA-compliant knee clearance
at sink.
A41
Teach Workroom millwork.
Non ADA-compliant millwork; no knee clearance under
sink & counter is too low.
Install new millwork with ADA-compliant knee clearance
at sink.
A42
Teach Workroom millwork.
Non ADA-compliant millwork; no knee clearance under
sink & counter is too low.
Install new millwork with ADA-compliant knee clearance
at sink.
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A43
West Corridor to Courtyard wall.
Non-functioning oversized louver.
Consider replacing with windows to bring in natural into
interior corridor.
A44
Courtyard to West Corridor wall.
Non-functioning oversized louver.
Consider replacing with windows to bring in natural into
interior corridor.
A45
Sample exit stair.
Guardrail at stair runs does not meet IBC 2018.
Rebuild railings to meet current codes.
A46
South corridor, Unisex Restroom.
Non ADA-compliant Restroom.
Demolish side walls and expand to accomodate an
ADA-compliant single use Restroom.
A47
Ground level, left / rear Stair exit.
Non ADA-compliant landing clearance & door width.
Consider expanding Vestibule to provide appropriate 5’
wide minimum landing and ADA-compliant pair of doors.
A48
Sample photo of Children’s gang Restroom.
No pipe protection at exposed plumbing piping.
Install pipe at exposed plumbing piping locations.
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A49
Staff RR, along Center Corridor - sample photo.
Non-ADA compliant clearances at sink & doorway.
Remove partition and loose furniture.
A50
Main Mechanical room.
Missing fire sealant in rated wall.
Install fire stopping around gaps at rated wall.
A51
Main Mechanical room.
Storage of loose items; fire hazard.
Remove miscellaneous loose items.
A52
Main Mechanical room.
Broken and non-ADA compliant door hardware.
Install new ADA-compliant door hardware.
A53
Sample Hallway.
No sprinkler system.
Install sprinkler sytem; will require new ceilings & new
LED light fixtures.
A54
Cafeteria flooring.
Broken / damage & discolored VCT flooring; Owner com-
plaints of constant replacement needs.
Recomend replacing flooring with LVT planks.
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A55
Kitchen Staff RR - Women’s.
Broken / damage & discolored VCT flooring; Owner com-
plaints of constant replacement needs.
Recomend replacing flooring with LVT planks.
A56
Kitchen Staff RR - Men’s.
Missing fire sealant in rated wall.
Install fire stopping around gaps at rated wall.
A57
Sample room signage.
Non ADA-compliant signage.
Remove existing signage and replace with ADA-compliant
and DCSD guideline-compliant signage throughout.
A58
Sample Expansion joint (EJ) location.
Chipped / broken flooring and / or sealant joint.
Replace EJ cover.
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E01
Existing Generator
Top of generator is damaged.
Recommend replacing generator top.
E02
Interior Lighting
Existing lighting is fluorescent.
Recommend replacing all lighting to LED.
E03
Existing Electrical Sub-panels and Transfers
Existing panels are original to building and past their useful
life expectancy.
Recommend replacing original sub-panels with new.
E04
Existing Intercom System
Existing system is outdated and does not meet current
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DeKalb County specifications.
Recommend replacing existing intercom system.
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HVAC System Description
The building is served by a chilled water cooling and hot water heating system. Insulated piping
links the central plant components with air handling units serving most areas of the original
building. The piping system is in a two-pipe configuration, allowing either heating or cooling
only. The unit ventilators have a service life of approx. 10 years remaining.
The central plant consists of a hot water boiler, hot water pump, (2) chilled water pumps, and
water system accessories such as air separators and expansion tanks in the mechanical room and
an air-cooled chiller in the adjacent mechanical yard. The boiler is older with an approx. service
life left of five years. There is only one hot water pump, leaving no redundancy in case of failure.
The chiller was manufactured in 2014 but was relocated from another facility. This unit is
currently experiencing issues with refrigerant leaks.
Classrooms are served by unit ventilators located in each classroom. These units are designed to
allow cooling to be provided by bringing in cool outdoor air during Winter months when hot
water is flowing through the piping system. This system feature is accommodated by transfer
openings above classroom doors, allowing the classroom air into the corridor and out of the
building through the large common relief louver open to the courtyard.
The common areas such as the administration and cafeteria are served by roof mounted packaged
units. This equipment has a remaining service life of approx. five years.
Exhaust requirements are met by fans located throughout the facility – mostly on the roof.
Heaters are located in select smaller spaces such as toilets and storage areas. Most fans and
heaters have been replaced. However, a few are at the end of their service life.
The storage rooms adjacent to the Art Room appear to be unheated. The systems in these areas
should be replaced.
Non-ducted split systems are typically provided to air-condition kitchen offices and dry storage
rooms. These spaces do not currently have dedicated A/C systems.
HVAC System Recommendations
1. Replace all boiler and accessories serving the hot water portion of the system. The new
boiler should be water-tube type, per Owner guidelines. A new hot water pump should be
added to the system to provide redundancy for reliability. The air-cooled chiller should be
replaced. While the age of this unit is low, persistent problems warrant replacement.
2. Unit ventilators and roof mounted units should remain.
3. New non-ducted split systems should be added at the kitchen office and dry storage areas.
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4. All older fans and heaters should be replaced. The systems serving the storage spaces
adjacent to the Art Rm. should be replaced or modified.
5. The control system should be upgraded to the current software version. Any new HVAC
system components would be provided with current controls.
6. If a fire sprinkler system is added throughout the school, the air transfer openings into the
corridors will likely be removed. This would require small transfer openings between
classrooms and adding roof mounted relief openings for proper unit ventilator operation
in cooler months.
Plumbing / Fire Protection Systems Description / Condition
Toilet fixtures are in generally good condition. ADA fixtures are provided throughout the
building. However, access to these is restricted due to existing architectural elements in certain
spaces – see the architectural assessment.
Refrigerated drinking fountains are provided. Additional bottle filling stations should be
provided.
The water heaters have an average remaining life of seven years.
No sprinkler system coverage is currently provided.
Plumbing / Fire Protection Systems Recommendations
Bottle filling stations at drinking fountains should be added in select locations as requested by
the Owner such as the cafeteria area.
A new fire sprinkler system should be provided. This may lead to redesign of the corridor wall
assembly to accommodate smoke partition walls. Likely extra steps this would lead to would be
sealing transfer louvers at classroom door transoms, adding relief roof hoods over classrooms,
and adding transfer openings above ceilings between classrooms to allow for free air transfer.
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770-751-0773 • www.mathesonball.com
BRPH| SITE VIST ASSESMENT REPORT DATE | 06/09/2021
M01
Main Mechanical Room.
Hydronic Boiler.
Recommend replacement.
M02
Main Mechanical Room.
Chiller – manufactured in 2014 – has refrigerant leaks.
Recommend replacement due to maintenance issues.
M03
Roof.
Remaining service life of 5 years or less.
Recommend replacing within 5 years.
M04
Kitchen.
Cabinet ventilator – less than 5 years of service life re-
maining.
Recommend replacing.
M05
Storage adjacent to Art Rm.
Cabinet heater - abandoned.
Recommend replacement.
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M06
Storage adjacent to Art Rm.
Intake Louver.
Recommend modification & new fan.
M07
Main Corridor.
Existing Transfer Transom.
Recommend lavatories without enclosures that provide
protected knee space required by ADA.
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