Facility conditions assessments and master planning for libraries
Bond Architects began our multi-phase renovation of University City Public Library (University City, MO) with a detailed facility conditions analysis.
While many libraries are familiar with conducting a campaign to raise funds from a bond issue or tax increase for desired improvements, often these funds may not be enough to cover those improvements, plus unforeseen necessary repairs.
Many of these unforeseen conditions, such as roof repairs, HVAC system issues and structural support problems are expensive and can eat through an entire budget rather quickly. If these items are not properly addressed and given associated costs up front before a bond issue or tax increase is conducted, the resulting increase in funds may not be enough to cover required improvements plus desired improvement
Two items – a Facility Conditions Assessment (FCA) and a master plan – can help ensure the proper funds are raised to address all items.