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  • Phase I ESA training / common ground University45.0
    Topic posted Aug 30 by bsavageContributor

    Considering the location of this forum, I feel the need to sort of tread lightly.  Here goes:

    I just got a flier via US Mail announcing ASTM E1527 online training.  The flier appears to be from ASTM (which makes sense) and common ground Univerity.

    Is anyone besides me just the least bit bothered that ASTM and EDR are teaming up to sell this training?  Isn't ASTM supposed to be an independent not-for-profit organization?

    And who's making the (not-for-profit) profits from the training?

    Just curious!

    Peace,

    Bruce Savage

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  • hydraulic lift on property3
    Topic posted Jun 4 by tpondNewbie

    I am buying a half acre parcel. The owner had an in-ground hydraulic auto lift installed on the property that he removed while I was in contract.  THis work was done without permits or inspections and I was never informed of the lift.  I happened to drive by and see the  the equipment being loaded onto a trailer with an excavator.  I later leanred trough a mutual aquaintence that the lift was aquired from a defunct auto repair shop, installed and used on the on the property to work on his many vehicles.  What environmental and legal issues might this present?

    Recent Comments (3 of 3)

    • Jun 10 by Brian Olin: I agree with both Matt and Mike. The fact that he did this secretly...
    • Jun 7 by Mike M: Good comments by Matt. Usually even if there is a release from...
    • Jun 5 by MattFox: Not enough information to draw any good conclusions. Hydraulic lifts...
  • Seeking a Subcontractor with P.E. License for PCR Review1
    Topic posted 7/17/09 by RRSolutionsNewbie

    Our company is seeking a Subcontractor or Independent Representative with a Professional Engineer's License for occasional peer reviews of Property Condition Reports. We are not seeking to fill a fulltime position, only a P.E. for occasional peer reviews of Property Condition Reports on a per project / contract basis. If qualified and interested or if you have any questions whatsoever, please reply to this post or contact us via the link below.

    Thanks!

    Chris Rutledge

    Rutledge Realty Solutions, LLC

    more...

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    • May 25 by BradK: Would be interested in discussing this request further. Can be...
  • PCA101 Course Under Development for May Release in Beta5
    Topic posted Mar 4 by JHuntressSuper Contributor

    We are currently working with about 60 professionals on a PCA101 course to cover the following topics:

    1. Intro, History, Purpose and Scop of PCAs
    2. The ASTM PCA Standard  Guide
    3. Major Property  Types
    4. Costs and Cost Tables
    5. Site Elements
    6. Structural Frame and Building Envelope
    7. Roof
    8. Interior Elements
    9. HVAC
    10. Electrical
    11. Plumbing
    12. Vertical Transportation
    13. Life Safety/Fire/Building  Fire Code comp.
    14. ADA and Handicapped Accessibility
    15. Seismic
    16. Amenities and Ancillary Structures
    17. Conducting the Site Visit
    18. Documentation/Mun Off/Interviews
    19. Additional Considerations
    20. Professional Liablity and Ethics
    21. Writing the Report
    22. Managing the Process

    This course will be about 6 weeks long and similar to EDD101.  If you are unfamilar you can see more on this page.  If you have any ideas or are interested please email Jack Huntress.

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  • ASTM Building Energy Performance Assessment WK24707...1
    Topic posted Mar 18 by JHuntressSuper Contributor

    This thread has been started for any commentary on BEPA a standard currently in the balloting process to formalize the procedure for collecting, normalizing and reporting on a property's energy use.

    Read more here

    To learn a little bit about the objectives of BEPA and the current issues within the industry, read Tony Buonicore's Blog.

    Recent Comments (1 of 1)

  • PCAs now on Wikipedia3.0
    Topic posted Mar 15 by JHuntressSuper Contributor

    For those of you who contribute to Wikipedia, I have started a "stub" of an article here for Property Condition Assessments.

    There are portions that could use some clarification, there are some needed links and certainly the entry could be doubled.

    Take a shot at adding more - it is not too hard!

  • A long time coming...1
    Topic posted Mar 5 by Ed ColapreteNewbie

    I think this forum will be a great asset to our industry. Thanks EDR and commonground for initiating it. Let's get the word out to our colleagues and industry professionals!

    Recent Comments (1 of 1)

    • Mar 5 by bhannan: Thank you Ed. I must admit I had to read your post twice to realize...
  • Are you doing PCAs6
    Topic posted 10/6/08 by PhilipZContributor
    I have been considering getting some training to do ASTM property condition assessments.  However, I am reluctant since I don't have an architectural or construction background. 

    Are there many EPs that are doing PCAs?  If so, what training do you have?

    Recent Comments (3 of 6)

    • 11/24/08 by kfeldman: I am coming into this discussion late, have not been on in awhile We...
    • 11/5/08 by Heatherc: I've done a few dual Phase I/PCA/PML projects and can only say that...
    • 11/3/08 by AmyH: ESA Report ran two good interviews w/people conducting PCAs. Check...

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