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ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC DESIGN BRIEF
FOR
CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY GENOMICS
NEW TWO STOREY BUILDING
UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH
TO
HOK GROUP INC.
720 KING STREET WEST, SUITE 505
TORONTO, ONTARIO
M5V 2T3
OUR PROJECT NUMBER:
09237.000
DATE:
DECEMBER 7, 2009
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1.
INTRODUCTION
1.1.
A proposed mixed use building with a Group D and a Group F Division 3 occupancy
classification located in Guelph, Ontario.
1.2.
The facility is to be owned and operated by the University of Guelph
1.3.
Building is to be approximately 3,310 square meters, three stories tall with two above
grade and one storey below-grade. It will be approximately 10 meters tall.
1.4.
The facility includes the following unique features.
1.4.1.
Server Farm
1.4.2.
Green Atrium
1.4.3.
Ethanol/Reagent (Sample storage)
1.4.4.
Building Link
2.
DESIGN STANDARDS
2.1.
The Electrical systems will be designed in accordance with the current edition of the
following Codes and Standards:
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Ontario Building Code
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Ontario Electrical Safety Code
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National Fire Protection Authority (NFPA)
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Ontario Fire Code
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Local Ordinances and Authorities
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Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) standards
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LEED
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Illumination Engineering Society (IES) Standards
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ASHRAE 90.1 “Energy Efficient Design of New Buildings”
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National Electrical Safety Code
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The Uptime Institute – Tier Classifications
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The Model National Energy Code For Buildings (MNECB) and shall meet or
exceed the minimum requirements of the Commercial Building Incentive Program
(CBIP).
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National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) Standards
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Telecommunication Industries Association (TIA)
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CAN-ULC-S524 – Standard for the Installation of Fi