Practice Retrofitting Challenges - 3.11.2 | 3. Importance of Accessibility in Civil Engineering Projects | Disability, Accessibility and Universal Design
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Retrofitting Challenges

3.11.2 - Retrofitting Challenges

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Question 1 Easy

What is retrofitting?

💡 Hint: Think about making old buildings compliant with new laws.

Question 2 Easy

Name one challenge of retrofitting due to structural limitations.

💡 Hint: Consider how buildings were originally designed.

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Question 1

What is a major challenge in retrofitting old buildings?

Ease of installation
Structural limitations
Cost effectiveness

💡 Hint: Consider why older buildings might not support new upgrades easily.

Question 2

True or False: Budget constraints can lead to a reduction in the quality of accessibility features installed during retrofitting.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how finances influence building modifications.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Assess a local old building and identify three specific challenges it might face when undergoing retrofitting for accessibility enhancements.

💡 Hint: Visit the building if possible and take note of its design.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a solution for a hypothetical budget constraint scenario where a building must retrofit for accessibility but cannot afford comprehensive changes.

💡 Hint: What would be the most impactful feature to add without spending much?

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