Building Code Application

Code Analysis and Project Review

Well before a shovel hits the ground or a nail is driven for a new or existing building project, you need the peace of mind that comes from project designs that meet all code requirements and achieve your desired aesthetic and budgetary goals.
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Barrier-Free Accessibility Analysis

Accessible building design means barrier-free access for everyone. SLM's accessibility consultants understand how to achieve design excellence within building code requirements for physical accessibility, while keeping a practical eye on both design and construction costs.
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Alternative Solutions and Objective Based Design

Alternative solutions, formerly known as variances or equivalencies, are innovative design solutions that can be implemented to meet or exceed prescriptive building code requirements.

Canada and many other countries have moved towards objective-based building codes, allowing greater flexibility in building design while ensuring building integrity. SLM can develop alternative solutions on the basis of objective-based codes.
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Design of Active and Passive Fire Resistant Systems

Active and passive fire protection systems work together to control the spread of a fire and maintain the integrity of the structure. SLM's experienced fire protection team knows where to start and what will work for your design and your budget, whether a new construction project or building upgrade.
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Third Party and Peer Drawing Reviews

Great building projects start with great ideas. From pre-design sketches through schematic and design phases, SLM's third party and peer drawing reviews can help ensure that those great ideas become safe, practical, and usable realities.
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