Complying with Building Façade Ordinances
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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
10:00 am – 12:00 pm CST
Introduction and Background
- What is a façade ordinance?
- Purpose of ordinances
- Brief history
- What cities have façade ordinances
Inspection Requirements and Preparation for the Exterior Close-up Inspection
- Typical inspection requirements ASTM E 2270 and E 2841 Inspection pre-work
- Review documents
- Prepare inspection documents
- Review service history
- Interior leak survey
Access Methods and Costs
- Case studies of access costs- How to plan for access, permits and logistics
- Typical access methods
- Boom lift
- Swing stage
- BMU
- Industrial rope access
- Common pitfalls
- Access methods when working on 100 yr old bldgs. compared to modern buildings
Conducting the Exterior Inspection
- Inspection tools and techniques
- Visual
- Sounding
- Touching
- NDT
- Drones
- Typical failures we’ve observed
- Factors that affect time on site (and therefore cost)
Unsafe Conditions
- What to do if unsafe conditions are found
- Repair scenarios
Probe Openings
- What is a probe opening?
- When are they required?
- SF vs. NY requirements
Reporting
- ASTM requirements (which most cities follow)
- Commonly missed items
Lessons Learned from San Francisco Inspections
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Credits
Engineers
2.0 PDHs
Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
2.0 LU|HSW
ICC - International Code Council
.2 CEUs (Building)
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This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 2.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider No. 0004647), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
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2.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Chris Abell
President of Rainbow Waterproofing & Restoration Co.Mr. Abell has thirty-four years of experience as a contractor specializing in building façade restoration and waterproofing throughout California. Since joining Rainbow in 2001 as president, Rainbow has completed over 10,000 projects ranging from small leak repairs to restoring some of California’s most historically significant masonry and concrete structures. Mr. Abell prides himself on working collaboratively with the entire team on any given project, brainstorming ideas, and implementing solutions that benefit both the building and the client’s interests. From the inception of the San Francisco Building Facade Inspection and Maintenance Ordinance, Rainbow has provided access and support for architectural and engineering firms on over thirty properties. Mr. Abell is also the president of the Brick Layers and Allied Craft Workers Local 3 Pointer, Cleaner, Caulker Labor Management Cooperative Committee.
Carolyn L. Searls
Senior Principal, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.Ms. Searls has forty years of experience in investigation, design, and construction contract administration of building enclosure repairs on both historic and contemporary structures throughout the United States. In her career, she has investigated more than 1,000 buildings and structures. Ms. Searls has been recognized through speaking engagements, project commissions, and published papers as an expert in the field of preservation of masonry and concrete on historic buildings, in addition to her work in cladding and waterproofing systems on contemporary buildings. She was a member of the committee that drafted the façade inspection ordinance for the City of San Francisco.
Matthew S. Worster
Associate Principal, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.Mr. Worster has twenty years of experience in the investigation, design, and construction phases of building enclosures. His projects include the historic and the contemporary, ranging from terra cotta to titanium panels. He assists owners, designers, and builders with traditional and modern waterproofing, roofing, and wall claddings. Mr. Worster holds an advanced degree specializing in structural materials, and he enjoys teaching his expertise. He is the ASTM task group chair for fenestration water testing and is on the Board of Directors for the California Preservation Foundation.
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Course Title: Complying with Building Façade Ordinances
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This two-hour course will explain what building façade ordinances are, how they originated and their purpose. The course will delve into the specific inspection requirements and preparations for close-up exterior inspections, access methods, costs, inspection tools and techniques, and probe openings. The course will also discuss reporting requirements and the appropriate actions to take if unsafe conditions are found.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain what a façade ordinance is and its purpose and review the typical inspection requirements and preparation for close-up exterior inspections.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to analyze various tools and techniques for conducting exterior inspections, including visual and sounding techniques as well as drones and other technology.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to describe the proper course of action if unsafe conditions are found and review possible repair scenarios.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to explain what a probe opening is, recognize when they are required, and discuss specific regulations.
LUs: 2.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Familiarity with building inspections
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 10/02/2026
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