AKF Code Consulting
The rapid evolution of construction codes at the national and local levels presents challenges for design professionals and owners undertaking new and existing building projects. As codes develop in response to advancements in building materials, methods, and systems, the importance of code compliance as a central aspect of project delivery is reinforced repeatedly. AKF Code provides assistance with code review and regulatory approvals throughout the design and construction process to ensure that code compliance is achieved in all aspects of the project.
Our experience includes applying and interpreting code requirements for new construction and existing building projects across a broad range of sectors and industries. Working as a partner in the design process, AKF Code offers consulting services in a flexible format intended to best meet the needs of a particular project or situation. By collaborating from the earliest stages of a project our code professionals can enhance the design process, identify any necessary relief required, and prepare documentation for variances, alternative means of design or compliance alternatives.
AKF Code services include:
- Architectural Plan Review
- Atrium Smoke Control Modeling
- Code Advocacy at National, State, Local Level
- Code Appeals and Variances
- Code Upgrade Insurance Claim Reviews
- Due Diligence Code Compliance Surveys
- Egress Modeling
- Existing Building Evaluations
- Expert Witness and Litigation Support
- Fire and Smoke Modeling
- Fire Investigation
- Resistance Rating Analysis
- Forensic Code Review
- Hazardous Materials Management
- Master Planning
- Negotiation with Code Officials
- Third Party Peer Review