UFC 4-740-02
26 September 2006
CHAPTER 3 GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA
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GENERAL.
Use UFC 1-200-01, General Building Requirements for guidance on the use of model
building codes for design and construction of Department of Defense facilities. See
Section 3-5 for the appropriate governing codes for building services.
This chapter provides general criteria only and consists mainly of references to the
technical design criteria documents and general considerations. Chapter 4 provides the
specific design requirements for each Fitness Facility space.
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STRUCTURE.
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Foundation.
The foundation is site specific and must be designed upon known geotechnical
considerations, by an engineer knowledgeable of the local conditions.
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Superstructure.
Provide clear spans as required for the activity areas and gymnasium. Use pre-
engineered components for superstructure framing, where feasible.
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EXTERIOR DESIGN.
In general, the building's image, theme, and fixtures must be consistent with the
programs offered. The building design should reflect the local geographical and cultural
environment and comply with the appropriate Service and Installation architectural
standards. The building and site should provide a visually attractive, safe, and
welcoming appearance. Consider grouping high bay spaces together. The high bay
areas should not dominate or overwhelm surrounding structures.
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Entrances/Exits.
The main facility entrance to the lobby should serve as a welcome and transition point--
elements such as a covered entry are very desirable. In cold climates, provide a
canopy (or a recess) at required egress doors to ensure that doors can open completely
without obstruction from snow and ice.
If applicable, provide a separate entrance to the Health and Wellness Center and a
separate entrance for equipment deliveries. Provide a separate gymnasium
emergency/special event exit with a paved path to the parking area. See Paragraph 3-6
for more information on site work.
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Doors and Windows.
Provide windows to allow natural light into the facility, considering AT and energy
conservation/sustainable design issues (see Sections 3-8 and 3-9). Use aluminum or
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