Building Modifications

Building Modifications

In accordance with policies and procedures of the University of Tennessee, both Facilities Planning and Management and Environmental Health and Safety must each approve any building modification or repair. This is to prevent individual departments from making building renovations that might be in violation of fire codes or building codes, or which might disturb asbestos-containing building materials or lead-based paint.

Depending on the nature of the request, the Facilities Planning Committee's approval may also be required, particularly if there is a change in space use or classification.

Building repair or modification requests should be submitted to Facilities. You may access a web form by following this link, or you may call the Work Control Coordinator at 423-425-2254.

Rationale 

Safety: This policy is necessary to ensure the safety of building occupants, as well as to prevent any degradation of building systems. Many buildings on campus contain potentially hazardous materials which might require special abatement procedures. High temperature hot water and electrical systems can also pose a hazard. In addition, life safety code requirements must be maintained to ensure occupant safety.

Functionality: Improper building modifications can be detrimental to the performance or reliability of heating and cooling, power, lighting, and plumbing systems.