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PROJECT APPROACH PROJECT NEEDS ASSESSMENT In order to put together a comprehensive assessment that addresses issues thoroughly and makes sound recommendations going forward, CNH Architects will collect information about the existing facilities as exhaustively as possible. Our team will interview appropriate City Staff to understand both their current needs as well as future operational changes and anticipated growth areas. We will compare these areas to other similar cities, providing not only relational size comparisons but interjecting potential issues that may not have been considered. To create accountability and clarity in our investigation, we make it a priority to gather initial information with rigor such that assumptions are minimal, collaborating closely with our engineers to pinpoint existing and potential issues that may or may not already be identified. In this process, owner and facility management involvement is critical, particularly in revealing and weighing components that contribute towards small and large scale building performance and longevity. ACCESSIBILITY AND CODE COMPLIANCE Many existing buildings are not up to code with building codes and accessibility requirements. We have extensive experience working with code and ADA guidelines, including recent projects completed with the State of Minnesota in upgrading all restrooms in their 4 -story, 78,000 sf administrative building on the Capitol grounds, plus the unique security and accessibility issues of the Dakota County LEC 8100 Cell Block remodeling. These aspects of a project can easily become a costly component, and our familiarity with many issues related to accessibility upgrades can lead to efficient and proactive solutions. MAINTENANCE & LONGEVITY Durable materials, equipment and finishes are considered for longevity when providing recommendations in the assessment report, and consideration will be taken to balance initial construction cost versus cost over the life of the product and its implications on the rest of the structure if any. We would present a list of options, innovative ways to keep cost at a minimum, and review the pros and cons of each option to best achieve identified project goals. Buildings inevitably deteriorate and require periodic maintenance. While keeping safety and durability of paramount importance, the Project Team is prepared to recommend options that help reduce maintenance costs and create an environment where building upkeep is simple and straightforward. CITY OF LINO LAKES PUBLIC WORKS SPACE NEEDS ANALYSIS AND EXISTING FACIUTY AUDIT 3