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Dilapidation Survey
1. Introduction
Prolonged exposure to inclement weather and other wet conditions may cause
structural changes to the any facility / building.
Generally, dilapidation survey is carried out to determine the extent of damage that has
been caused by the prolonged exposure.
Dilapidation survey comprises of a detailed assessment of the facility prepared by the
inspecting Building Engineer. The survey includes visual inspection of the condition of
the reasonably accessible parts of the facility, on the basis of the prevailing structural,
soil and weather conditions at the time of the inspection.
It should be noted that this survey does not cover maintenance related items (such as
jamming doors, windows or catches, decorative finishes and hairline or slight cracks,
etc.) and pest inspection.
2. Definitions
2.1 Minor Defect/Maintenance item: any items of repair which are common to
properties of similar age or type of construction and as described in the Property
Maintenance Guide, including decorative features and finishes.
2.2 Major Defect: a defect of sufficient magnitude where rectification has to be carried
out without undue delay to avoid:
loss of utility whereby the defect is such that the whole of the relevant part of the
property can no longer serve its intended function; OR
loss of utility, whereby the defect is such that the whole of the relevant part of the
building can no longer serve its intended function; OR
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3. Inspection Access
The inspector can only inspect the reasonably accessible parts of the property. Where
warranted, arrangement shall be made to have reasonable access to inspect any
inaccessible parts of the property. If parts of the property have been noted as being
inaccessible during the inspection, it is important that arrangements are made with the
relevant Authority for inspection at another date when access is available.
Reasonably and Safely Accessible: these are accessible areas which can be accessed
by a 3.6 metre ladder or those which have at least 600mm unimpeded vertical and
horizontal clearance without the removal of any fixed or unfixed furniture, fittings,
stored items, cladding or lining materials, plants or soil.
Workplace Health and Safety access conditions apply subject to relevant statutory
regulations. Areas higher than 3 metres above ground level require secure ladder
access and fall prevention devices or barriers.
4. Scope of Work
The dilapidation survey should assess the condition of the building and its suitability
and fitness for the intended use of the building.
Where the building is adjoining other facilities, the survey should cover the impact of
the neighbouring property on the building being inspected.
The Dilapidation Survey Report shall include the following:
(a) Identification of observed building defects upon a visual inspection of the
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5. Submission of Reports
The Interim Reports shall be submitted in 6 sets hardcopy, complete with photographs,
test reports and recommended remedial measures.
The final Reports shall incorporate all comments from the Client and the C&S
Consultant, and shall be submitted in 3 sets and 1 set soft copy in CD.
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