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8.16.3 Fort Carson on Post construction/material Standards
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The following is a list of materials and construction methods that shall be standard throughout the installation.
Assume that poor soils, expansive clay, sulfates, and a high water table are common throughout the installation. Use sulfate resistive concrete Type II or V. Engineered structural fill, caissons, or helical screws are often needed. Avoid slab on grade where soils are bad; use structural floors as appropriate. Orient new buildings with long axis east-west. Incorporating
planting on the north side form windbreaks. Take advantage of
solar availability in the design. Provide shading to minimize
cooling loads. See Appendix D for more Sustainable design
recommendations. Windows shall be aluminum or better with a thermal break. Insulated low-E glazing is preferred. Avoid casement and awning type windows in high wind areas. Operable windows are preferred in all new construction. If a window replacement remodel is being done, operable window should be considered for the replacement. Glazing may be required to be laminated per force protection requirements. Pre-finished metal fascia is to be used. The fascia is to be 24 gauge minimum and shall have concealed fasteners. Metal roofing is to be pre-finished standing mechanical loc seam, 24 gauge with concealed fasteners. Built up roof and membrane roofing may be used if appropriate. Gutters and leaders shall be connected to storm sewers where
necessary for safety and mission concerns. Avoid downspouts draining
onto pavement on the north side of all facilities.
See Appendix B, Appendix K, Appendix L, and Appendix I for other Fort Carson specific standards.
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