Design Guidelines and Policies
Design Guidelines and Review of Campus Projects
The University of Pennsylvania maintains a high standard for design and the materials used for each project. Approved by the Trustees in 2002, the following document outlines our campus standards for design and the formal design review process.
Instructions to Design Professionals
This document outlines the contractual obligations between the University and design professionals. This document should be reviewed prior to responding to a Request for Proposal and referred to once a contract is established throughout the life of a project.
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Stormwater Master Plan
The purpose of the plan is to aid campus planning by identifying opportunities to incorporate sustainable stormwater management practices into future projects. These opportunities will contribute to the University’s goals for increased environmental sustainability, increased green space, and reduced utility costs associated with stormwater runoff. Design professionals should consult this document prior to responding to a Request for Proposal and referred to once a contract is established throughout the life of a project.
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Products + Materials
The University requires that all Architects and Contractors fill out the attached form in full at the completion of a project. The completion of the form is part of the closeout documentation for capital projects. This Products and Materials Summary spreadsheet is to be submitted with any required Operation and Maintenance Documentation, as directed by the University Project Manager. These forms can be modified as required for specific projects, but are to list manufacturers, equipment types and model numbers, finishes, and building components to facilitate minor repairs and alterations carried out by the University. The form should be turned in to your Project Manager.