MIXED USE SHELL RETAIL MEP CHECKLIST
Mixed use buildings typically have a retail component and planning for the MEP can be much more challenging than stand-alone retail. Many times buildings are located in urban environments and site constraints can become problematic If you run through this discussion checklist your project will be covered.
Will the retail be cold dark shell or warm white shell?
What type of hvac system (or future system) will be used? (split system DX? condenser water system, etc.)
How much physical space will the future HVAC equipment take up and where will it be located?
Could the space be a restaurant? If so provisions for grease exhaust and grease waste must be considered. If grease exhaust will goto roof dedicated shafts must be provided, if utilizing sidewall consider the use of a scrubber (some AHJ require for sidewall). Check with the local AHJ about grease waste requirements such as grease trap sizing.
Will the tenant require gas?
If the space is a restaurant consider where equipment condensing units will reside (for ice makers or walk in coolers). These can typically be located outside however refrigerant line-length and space requirements must be considered.
Provide for provisions of sanitary, vent, and domestic cold water
Where will the tenant get outside air? Sidewall or up to roof?
Where will the tenant send exhaust air? Sidewall or up to roof?
If there are multiple tenants consider providing a dedicated retail electrical room
If HVAC capacity is provided what is the sf/ton assumption?
What is the electrical capacity W/sf (typically based on expected occupancy)
If you have any questions about this - or anything MEP related please email me at tlong@engr3.com