Building Information Modelling (BIM) at ORS Building Information Modelling (BIM) has significant benefits for organisations with numerous assets. It provides the 3D tools and aligned processes to produce a collaborated, information rich virtual asset. Tap into our experience in the production of fully collaborated designs, through BIM, to realise the following associated efficiencies as a
On the 8th February 2018, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, Damien English introduced three sets of amendment regulations to the Planning and Development Act 2000. The second set of regulations, namely, the Planning and Development (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2018, proposes to introduce an exemption from planning permission on certain properties.
What is a Fire Safety Certificate? A Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) shows that adequate escape facilities are present in a building. It indicates that the building is designed in a way that prevents and limits the spread of a fire. All buildings must comply with Part B (Fire) of the Building Regulations 1997 – 2010, however
Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) – Why in today’s built environment are they becoming increasingly important? Firstly, what is a SuDS? A SuDS is a sequence of conveyance systems and control structures designed to manage the drainage of surface water. They offer a more sustainable approach to managing surface water than conventional techniques by providing a
Change the way your communities think about energy The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is calling on community groups across Ireland to join the dedicated ‘Sustainable Energy Community’ (SEC) Network. The aim of the Network is to catalyse and support a national movement of SECs operating in every part of the country. What is
SEAI introduce Deep Retrofit Pilot scheme The SEAI recently launched a new Deep Retrofit Pilot Scheme in June in the Aviva Stadium. The scheme aims to tackle a considerable portion of Ireland’s building stock that performs poorly when compared against buildings constructed to modern standards. What is Deep Retrofit? Deep Retrofit is the significant upgrade of
ORS were appointed by IDA Ireland as project managers to prepare a tender for Civil Engineering Works at an existing greenfield site at IDA lands, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Works include the construction of new 330m of new road network including the provision of Storm & Foul Drainage, Watermain Services, Eircom Services and Public
Land Registry Compliant Mapping & why you may need it! Land Registry Compliant mapping (LRC mapping) Carrying out a survey of a property boundary can be a highly detailed and intricate process which requires a variety of skills. The basic steps involved may include some or all of the following: Initial client consultation. Governmental and title research of the subject property
“A building shall not be opened, operated or occupied unless a Disability Access Certificate has been granted” A Disability Access Certificate (DAC) is a Certificate of Compliance issued by the Building Control Authority with respect to the requirements under Part M of the Building Regulations. Under the current Building Control Regulation, a DAC is required where