The following is a useful general list of items pertaining to architectural and civil works that can come handy while conducting an acquisition analysis.

Architectural/Structural Overview:

1. Review of Zoning and Other Applicable Statutory Regulations
2. Review of Operating Certification(s)
3. Review of Code Violation History
4. Review of Pending Mandatory Upgrades
5. Review of all Permit Applications & Violations
6. Investigate Prior Damage (Fires, Storms, Flood Plain Issues, Other)
7. Review of As-built Drawings and Detailed Specifications
8. Appraise Quality/Skill Set/Length of Service of Plant Management and Staff
9. Review of Major Building Elements:
10. Foundations and Structure (Leaks, Cracks, Patent Distress)
11. Structured Garage Condition
12. Main Toilets
13. Main Lobby – Overall Condition and Design Quality
14. Floor Level Lobby and Corridor Finishes – Floor, Walls, Ceiling
15. Lift Interior Finishes
16. Curtain Wall – Leaks, Glass Breakage, Distress
17. Landscape Elements – Hardscape, Pavers, Planters, Planting, Waterproofing
18. Accessibility Compliance – Exterior & Interior
19. Loading Dock, Storage, Refuse Compactor Provisions
20. Roofing, Flashing, Coping / Parapets, Waterproofing & Caulking
21. Investigate Possible Contamination:
22. Hazardous Materials – Asbestos Containing Material (if built prior to 1975), PCB’s, Lead Paint, FUN, Mold,
23. Hydro-carbons
24. “Heavy Metals”(Pb, Hg, Cr, As, etc,), PERC, Xray