Facilities
The University of New Hampshire Planning, Design and Construction Guidelines is intended to provide general instructions to designers in the planning and preparation of construction documents, as well as general guidance to construction professionals working on projects for the University. The purpose is to ensure a minimum standard of quality, durability, consistency, maintainability, and sustainability in building and infrastructure design and construction. To request changes or updates to our guidelines, please follow instructions provided on our website. Request a Change
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Chapter 1 – General Principles
Chapter 3 – University Planning Standards
Chapter 4 – Supplemental Project Requirements
Chapter 5 – Technical Construction and Renovation Standards
- Appendix A – Building Services ID Labeling
- Division 01 – General Requirements
- Division 02 – Existing Conditions
- Division 03 – Concrete
- Division 04 – Masonry
- Division 05 – Metals
- Division 06 – Wood, Plastics and Composites
- Division 07 – Thermal and Moisture Protection
- Division 08 – Openings
- Division 09 – Finishes
- Division 10 – Specialties
- Division 11 – Equipment
- Division 12 – Furnishings
- Division 14 – Conveying Systems
- Division 21 – Fire Supression
- Division 22 – Plumbing
- Division 23 – Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning
- Division 25 – Integrated Automation
- Division 26 – Electrical
- Division 27 – Communication
- Division 28 – Electronic Safety and Security
- Division 31 – Earthwork
- Division 32 – Exterior Improvements
- Division 33 – Utilities