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CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
Note: The buildings on the UCCS campus are divided into two categories: General Fund and
Auxiliaries. General Fund Buildings include academic and administrative functions.
Auxiliary
buildings include dormitories, athletic, and dining facilities. In some cases, construction standards
differ depending on the building category. Confirm building category with Facilities Services Project
Manager.
DIVISION THIRTY –TWO: EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
A. General Landscape Information
The landscaping is a major contributing element to the overall campus presence. The existing
trees should be respected and modifications should be specifically discussed with the University
during the design process. The Long Range Development Plan (LRDP) should be reviewed with
the Owner’s Representative. For specific material use see Campus Landscape Guidelines .
Paving materials vary throughout the Campus depending on the hierarchy of walkways. Major
Projects shall have an entry “doormat” extending from the building to transition to the walkway
paving material. The map of the Campus walkway system is available through the Facilities
Services Department. The use of hardscape paving at building entrances for design expression
and durability is generally acceptable, but should be limited. The Architect, Owner’s
Representative, Stakeholders and Design Review Board will review and approve these issues
during the design process.
UCCS, both in education and in practice, maintains an emphasis on environmental issues. The
Architect and Consultants should consider xeriscape, native planting materials, energy/water
conservation planting/grading techniques and other environmentally conscious concepts in
developing the design.
B. Irrigation Information: The main campus has a central irrigation system. Some of the smaller
buildings, located in the eastern portion of the campus, have residential grade systems
operated from individual house taps: this should be reviewed with the Owner’s
Representative.
C. Soil Preparation:
In all areas where sod or seed is to be installed, the following steps must be taken:
1. Topsoil- Strip existing 4” of topsoil and stockpile on site for future distribution in new turf
areas. 4” deep.
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2. Soil Conditioner- Evenly distribute at a rate of 3 cubic yards per 1,000 sq. ft. , A-1 Premium
3 Organic Compost or equal to be aged organic matter, meeting the following
requirements:
a. Organic matter: 45% minimum. Organic material may be aged sawdust or other
nitrogen-treated, decomposing wood products, dried pulverized poultry
manure, humus, compost, aged treated pulverized manure, treated sewage
sludge, other organic material as approved by the Project Manager. Prohibited
materials include aspen humus and mountain peat.
b. Salt Content: 4.0 mmhos/com maximum.
c. pH range: 4.3-7.5
3. Fertilizer- First application fertilizer is required in all turf areas. Provide inorganic mixture
with 4 lbs. of diammonium phosphate (18-46-0) per 1,000 sq. ft. tilled into depth of 6”.
D. Exterior Signage:
1. Freestanding Signs- Provide ¼” steel plate 3’-3” H x 3’-0” W welded to 6’-0” tall 3 ½”
diameter steel posts with convex metal caps. Posts to be painted with two part
polyurethane with UV extender and an exterior catalyst. Set posts in 3’-0” deep x 1’-6”
diameter concrete foundations. Post color- Duranodic.
Graphics: All high performance vinyl
Top Band- 10” High. Color- Duranodic
Bottom Band- 2’-2” high. Color- Beige
Top Text- Goudy font. Color- White
Bottom Text- Goudy font. Color-Duranodic.
University Seal- Approximately 10” diameter, centered under bottom text. ColorDuranodic.
2. Canopy Signage- Dimensional letters, 8” – 10” tall, 3/8” thick, Humanist 521 BT Font, natural
satin aluminum, flat cut out. Mount to front of main entrance canopy.
E. Exterior Railings:
Refer to Division 5- Metals
F. Stone:
Natural stone is often utilized on campus for retaining walls, seat walls and landscape features.
Quarried stone:
Siloam Stone
Desert Basin Ledge Stone-from High Plains Stone, Littleton, CO
Colorado Buff Sandstone- Arkins Park Stone,
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