What is an engineering and construction audit?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n An engineering and construction audit<\/strong> is a comprehensive technical assessment of a real estate asset aimed at determining its actual condition, verifying compliance with the design (project) documentation, and confirming conformity with the requirements of Ukrainian legislation, including the Law of Ukraine \u201cOn Regulation of Urban Development Activities\u201d, the Law of Ukraine \u201cOn Architectural Activities\u201d, and the applicable State Building Codes (DBN).<\/p>\r\n\r\n The audit includes:<\/p>\r\n review of design and as-built documentation;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n inspection of load-bearing and enclosing structures;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n assessment of engineering systems (power supply, water supply, ventilation, etc.);<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n identification of defects and damage;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n verification of compliance with construction standards and regulations;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n assessment of technical and financial risks.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n This service is relevant for property owners, investors, developers, banks, and legal entities planning to purchase, \u0440\u0435\u043a\u043e\u043dstruct, or commission an asset for operation.<\/p>\r\n 1. Prior to purchasing a real estate asset<\/strong><\/p>\r\n The audit helps identify hidden defects, unauthorized alterations (unapproved redevelopments), violations of DBN requirements, and discrepancies with the design documentation.<\/p>\r\n 2. Prior to reconstruction or major renovation<\/strong><\/p>\r\n A technical inspection of buildings is mandatory in cases such as a change of functional purpose, addition of floors, or structural strengthening.<\/p>\r\n In such cases, it is also advisable to order the technical inspection of buildings and structures<\/strong> service on gbu.kyiv.ua to prepare a report with conclusions regarding the feasibility of the planned works.<\/p>\r\n 3. When commissioning an asset for operation<\/strong><\/p>\r\n The audit helps confirm that the asset\u2019s actual condition complies with the design requirements and construction standards before submitting documents to the competent state architectural and construction control authorities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Call a consultant<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n+38 (050) 697-78-54<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n 4. In the context of litigation or corporate inspections<\/strong><\/p>\r\n The audit results may be used as an evidentiary basis in disputes related to the quality of performed works or the cost of construction.<\/p>\r\n 1. Documentation review<\/strong><\/p>\r\n design (project) documentation;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n urban planning conditions and restrictions;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n technical specifications (technical conditions);<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n as-built (executive) documentation;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n construction permits and authorizing documents.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n The documentation is assessed for compliance with legal requirements and the asset\u2019s actual condition.<\/p>\r\n 2. Visual and instrumental inspection<\/strong><\/p>\r\n An assessment is carried out of:<\/p>\r\n foundations;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n load-bearing walls and columns;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n floors\/slabs;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n roof;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n facades;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n engineering systems.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Where required, non-destructive testing methods are used (ultrasonic testing, thermal imaging, etc.).<\/p>\r\n 3. DBN compliance assessment<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Compliance is verified with respect to:<\/p>\r\n structural strength and reliability;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n fire safety;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n sanitary standards;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n energy efficiency;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n accessibility for persons with reduced mobility.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n 4. Preparation of a technical report<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Based on the audit results, the client receives:<\/p>\r\n a detailed description of identified defects;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n photo documentation;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n an assessment of the technical condition (fitness category);<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n recommendations for remediation and \u0443\u0441\u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u0435\u043d\u0438\u0435 non-compliances;<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n a preliminary estimate of costs for remedial works.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Purchasing an asset with critical defects in the foundation or floor slabs.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n Investing in unauthorized construction without proper permitting documentation.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n Commencing reconstruction works without a technical conclusion on the condition of the structures.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n Underestimating the cost of remedying DBN non-compliances.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n Such mistakes may result in fines, suspension of construction activities, or court disputes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Call a consultant<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n+38 (050) 697-78-54<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n For commercial real estate (shopping and entertainment centers, office buildings, warehouse complexes, industrial premises), an audit is an element of due diligence<\/strong><\/a> when entering into purchase-and-sale or lease transactions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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