Is the project new construction or renovation of an existing building?

Example: Existing building:

• Is the project a significant renovation, an addition, a repair, or a replacement?
  
  • Importance: Will trigger applicable code provisions.
• Will the project entail a change of use or occupancy?
  
  • Importance: Will trigger applicable code provisions; may require a variance.
• Will the building be occupied during construction or is swing space available to house current residents?
  
  • Importance: Will influence the type of work that may be feasible.
• Are related improvements required that may enhance the planned scope or simply make sense to make at the same time?
  • Examples: air sealing, duct sealing, replacing windows, upgrading interior and exterior lighting and controls, or replacing existing thermostats with programmable thermostats.