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Kaiser, Harvey H. – AGB Reports, 1982
The question of renovation (renewal) versus replacement of campus landmarks is discussed. Historical and architectural values must be considered along with technical problems and academic programs. It is suggested that an upper limit, perhaps 65 percent of a replacement cost, should be fixed for renovation. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Obsolescence, College Buildings, Construction Costs
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Comprehensive facilities management is seen as becoming an important factor in higher education. Alternatives to new construction exist in the form of rehabilitation and renovation; deferred maintenance must be addressed and gradually reduced; better use of space must occur through diversion of surplus space, increased utilization, and…
Descriptors: College Administration, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Facilities, Educational Finance
Kaiser, Harvey H. – New Directions for Higher Education, 1987
The rapid deterioration of plant and equipment in higher education institutions necessitates quick action by colleges to assess capital needs. Specific plans of action at campus and national levels are required to resolve the lack of information and policies for meeting these needs. (MSE) ***
Descriptors: Campus Planning, Capital Outlay (for Fixed Assets), College Administration, Educational Finance
Kaiser, Harvey H. – New Directions for Higher Education, 1980
Successful facilities management is described as based on a 10-point comprehensive program including: (1) physical planning policy; (2) facilities analysis; (3) management audit; (4) space utilization; (5) capital programs; (6) deferred maintenance; (7) controlled maintenance; (8) energy conservation; (9) environmental quality, health, and safety;…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Capital, College Administration, Deferred Maintenance
Download full textKaiser, Harvey H. – 1984
Sources of funds for campus capital renewal and replacement are discussed, including the operating budget, external sources, conversion of assets, and innovative techniques. Current funds can be obtained from tuition and fees, external sources, and sales and services of educational or auxiliary operations. Public universities are more heavily…
Descriptors: Capital Outlay (for Fixed Assets), College Buildings, Construction Costs, Donors
Kaiser, Harvey H. – 1982
The purpose and scope of a facilities audit and steps in conducting an audit are outlined, and facility ratings forms that can be used in the process are included. The audit is presented as a part of the comprehensive facilities management approach, and the users and different audit uses are also addressed. The audit design phase includes deciding…
Descriptors: College Buildings, Cost Effectiveness, Costs, Data Analysis
Kaiser, Harvey H. – 1979
In an effort to stimulate and assist higher education administrators to think and do something about the erosion of buildings taking place on many campuses, this publication serves as a basic overview of the problem. Rising energy costs, continuing inflation, and worsening financial conditions in general only compound the situation that has been…
Descriptors: Building Obsolescence, Building Operation, Campus Planning, College Administration
