From concept design phase selected preferred floor plan, progress building floor plans, building sections and elevations with general dimensions and wall construction information.

Develop Code Compliance drawing to include: accessibility provisions, construction classification, means of egress sizing, required fire ratings, plumbing fixture counts, and energy code requirements.

Define typical construction details.

Develop exterior materials, massing, and wall section.

Develop preliminary interior design information, including finish schedule, materials, and color options.

Define required furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

Develop door and window schedules

Coordinate with architectural concept plans to determine system type and locations of major structural framing.

Begin developing environmental and occupancy loading scheme for layout of facility

Review applicable code and design standards for establishing structural design criteria

Develop list of required structural testing and inspections

Review previously obtained geotechnical information

Begin preliminary analysis of overall building elements including the following:

Foundation and slab systems general footprint and schematic level sizes

Layout of Lateral Resisting System (Wind and Seismic) including columns, walls, bracing, and roof system