The University of California and its Facilities operate an extensive design, construction, and renovation program. The University makes a substantial investment in each capital project and has instituted policies and procedures to guide project development. Project design is a key element in the process. This volume outlines University design policies and procedures and includes design documents. This volume of the University of California Facilities Manual includes design policies, design professional selection policies and procedures, design review policies and procedures, and code compliance procedures for guiding the design of a project. Content of this volume is not intended as a substitute for detailed Facility design procedures. Each Facility is encouraged to develop its own procedures manual that expands on and complements this volume.
This chapter defines the required design phases from schematic design through construction documents. It establishes expectations for deliverables and reviews at each stage.