Alterations In and About University Buildings

Policy

The Vice-Chancellor has delegated authority to specific persons in relation to any changes made to the building fabric. The creation of this centrally coordinated activity avoids the possibility of non-compliance with building codes and safety legislation. Further benefits are that Facilities Management can establish a data base for maintenance scheduling and facilities estimation. To ensure that the integrity of such data is not compromised by unauthorised changes, the University policy is as follows:

• All structural changes or alterations to the fabric of a building, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, exhaust, fume cupboards, asbestos removal, electrical services, fire systems, heavy loadings, sign posting, hoists, cranes, plumbing, water and waste drainage, telephone services, computer cabling, dangerous goods, solvent, flammable liquid and chemical stores, gas systems, cylinder stores, pressure vessels, compressed air, steam generators and boilers, PCB's containers or insulating oils removal, fixed furniture, floor coverings, painting or decorating must have the prior approval of the Manager, Planning and Design division of Facilities Management, or nominated delegate.
  
• All proposed works must be notified to Facilities Management via the Manager,  Planning & Design at the earliest possible stage in the planning process.
  
• All proposals are to be examined for conflict with statutory requirements or University policy.
  
• Advice from Facilities Management should be sought for economical alternatives.

Refer to Alterations Undertaken Independently by Schools