ASTM E 1679 : 2013
Superseded
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A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.
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25-08-2023
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01-10-2013
1.1This practice provides a definitive procedure for setting the level of requirements of the users (functionality) for the functional capability of a building or building-related facility.
1.2This practice provides a definitive procedure for rating the level of functional capability (serviceability) provided by an existing building or building-related facility, or to be provided according to the design for one.
1.3This practice provides a definitive procedure for creating or adapting a set of classifications for establishing the levels of functionality required of or the level of capability provided by a building or building-related facility.
1.4This practice can be used for setting the profile of requirements of an occupant group in an existing building or building-related facility, or of a group planning to move and looking at new accommodations to rent, buy, or build, and it can be used to assess the suitability of their present facilities.
1.5This practice can be used for setting the profile of requirements of an owner, facility manager, lender, or other investor.
1.6This practice does not specify what would cause a building to be rated at a given level. That information is found in classifications for specific topics of serviceability that contain a set of rating scales.
1.7This practice is not intended to be used for regulatory purposes.
1.8This practice contains the following information, in the sections indicated:
Section | |
Introduction | 1 |
Scope | 1 |
Referenced Documents | 2 |
Terminology | 3 |
Significance and Use | 4 |
Essence of the Approach | 5 |
Procedure for Setting the Profile of Required Functionality | 6 |
Procedure for Setting the Profile of Functional Capability for a Building or for Building-Related Facilities | 7 |
Rating the Plans or Proposals for a New Building or for a Remodel or Rehabilitation Project | 8 |
Keywords | 9 |
Rules for Setting Levels in a Scale | Annex A1 |
Examples of Scales | Appendix X1 |
Steps for Setting the Functional Requirement Profile | Appendix X2 |
Steps for Setting the Facility Rating Profile | Appendix X3 |
Examples of Bar-Chart Profiles | Appendix X4 |
Example of Titles of Aspects, Topics and Features | Appendix X5 |
List of Common Types of Function | Appendix X6 |
1.9This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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