The guide provides step-by-step technical information for evaluating a residential building's site, exterior, interior, and structural systems.
An important factor in making the best use of our nations housing stock is accurately assessing the condition, safety, usefulness, and rehabilitation potential of older residential buildings. The Residential Rehabilitation Inspection Guide provides step-by-step technical information for evaluating a residential buildings site, exterior, interior, and structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. First published by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in 1984 as the Guideline on Residential Building Systems Inspection, the guideline has found widespread use and acceptance among architects, engineers, builders, realtors, and preservationists.
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A weekly monitor of how Trump’s orders and actions are impacting planners and planning in America.
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