NOVA’s comprehensive, third party Plan Review Services provides a multi-disciplinary examination of proposed construction documents - independent from design professionals - that identifies design deficiencies, improves constructability, minimizes liability and expedites the building department’s review process.

Our staff consists of expert professional engineers, master code professionals and certified plan examiners who take pride in supporting design professionals and owners in developing safe, constructible and efficient buildings that comply with all applicable building codes and evaluate plans using a comprehensive approach.  Our plan review includes:

• Building Code Compliance Reviews
• Vertical Alignment Checks
• Constructability Reviews
• Completeness of Design Details and/or Specifications Reviews
• Dimensions Review and Check for Dimensional Conflicts
• Design or Specification Code Violations or Conflicts Identification
• Applicability of Specified Systems, Equipment, Materials and Finishes Checks

NOVA’s Plan Review Services encompasses established trade standards, constructability and best practices which focus on these following areas which have the potential to create problems for builders during construction and at turnover:

• Building Envelope
• Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Systems
• Vibration Isolation and Noise Control
• ADA/Fair Housing
• Reinforcing Steel Coverage and Corrosion Protection
• Balcony Construction and Drainage
• Railings, Grout and Waterproofing
• Fire Partitions and Rated Shaft Walls
• Roofing, Waterproofing and Deck Coatings
• Planters, Drainage and Irrigation