Building System Definitions

Building Systems

Site Improvements: consists of Vehicular Surfaces, Pedestrian Surfaces, Elevated Decks & Ramps, Site Walls, Landscaping & Irrigation, Fencing & Gates, Site Furnishings & Equipment, and Playgrounds & Playfields.

Civil/Mechanical Utilities: consists of Water Systems, Sanitary Sewer, Storm Water, Fuel Systems, and Heating/Cooling Piping & Utilidors

Site Electrical: consists of Electrical Service & Distribution, Data/Comm Service & Distribution, Lighting & Equipment, and Security Systems.

Foundation/Substructure: consists of Standard Foundations & Basements, Slabs on Grade, and Special Foundations.

Superstructure: consists of Floor Structure, Roof Structure, and Stairs.

Exterior Walls and Soffits: consists of Exterior Walls, Facias & Soffits, and Curtainwalls & Non-bearing Walls.

Exterior Glazing: consists of Windows, Storefronts, Structural Window Walls, and Translucent Panels.

Exterior Doors: Personnel Doors and Special Doors.

Roof Systems: consists of Pitched Roofs, Flat Roofs, and Roof Accessories.

Interior Partitions: consists of Fixed Partitions and Soffits & Ceilings.

Interior Openings: consists of Personnel Doors, Special Doors, and Windows & Sidelites.

Floor Finishes: Resilient flooring like linoleum, sheet vinyl, and rubber flooring. Carpet and tiles are other examples.

Wall Finishes: Examples include paint/sealers and paneling.

Ceiling Finishes: Examples include acoustical ceiling and panels.

Specialties: consists of Interior Specialties, Casework & Millwork, Seating, and Window Coverings.

Conveying Systems: consists of Passenger Conveyors, and Materials Handling Systems.

Plumbing Piping: includes Waste and Vent Piping.

Plumbing Fixtures/Equip: consists of Lavatories, Sinks, Water Closet, Urinals, Water Fountains, and Grease Interceptors.

HVAC Distribution: consists of Terminal Heating & Distribution Systems, Ventilation Distribution Systems, and Cooling Distribution Systems.

HVAC Equipment: Consists of Heating Equipment, Ventilation Equipment, and Cooling Equipment.

Integrated Automation: Consists of Control Systems.

Fire Protection: consists of Riser & Equipment, Sprinklers & Piping, and Special Suppression Systems.

Service and Distribution (Electrical): consists of Main Distribution Panels & Switchgear, Panels & Motor Control Centers, Transformers, and Conduit & Feeders. 

Lighting: includes fixtures and emergency lighting/signage.

Special Systems (Electrical): consists of Fire Alarms, Data and Communications,  Security Systems, Clock Systems, and Intercom Systems.

Electrical Service/Generation: consists of Generators & Modules

Equipment: includes career technology, art, athletic, and other built-in school equipment

Furnishings: only those furnishings that are affixed to the building would be assessed, examples would be special entry and walk-off mats, and window coverings.