BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS. Landscape Standards FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES. Design Services

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1 Landscape Standards FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES Design Services September 2017

2 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when planning exterior spaces. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment..2 This document follows the principles of the McGill University Physical Master Plan of These guidelines shall be read with the specific technical sections of McGill s Building Design and Technical Standards. 1.2 Related Technical Sections.1 McGill University.1 Building Design Standards Landscape Section Number Title of Section Exterior Painting Clearing and Grubbing Natural Stone Exterior Improvements Tree and Shrub Preservation Aggregate Base Courses Asphalt Paving Prefabricated Unit Paving Fences and Gates Exterior Site Furnishings Outdoor Lighting Topsoil Placement and Grading Sodding Trees, Shrubs and Ground Cover Planting Hydraulic Transplanting Tree Pruning 1.3 Vision.1 The landscape for the downtown McGill Downtown Campus will enrich and elevate the experience of the historic, environmental and symbolic pre-eminence of the site, highlighting its value and place at the foot of Mount Royal, and affirming its interactions with the city of Montreal..2 The landscape shall be done with high quality, durable and sustainable materials reflecting the heritage components of the campus. Any new major additions to the campus shall be September, 2017 Page 1 of 14

3 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape addressed as adding a new contemporary layer to the site in order to distinguish historic and new elements and to therefore better highlight the heritage value of the campus..3 The scope of the vision extends to all landscape components on campus. It includes site furniture, circulation pavement, entries and site limits, landscaping and art work..4 Any intervention on landscape elements shall be safe, sustainable, durable and financially feasible. 1.4 Maps and Documents.1 McGill University Physical Master Plan ciples_report_-_final.pdf.2 McGill Maps.1 Downtown Campus &campus=DWT&txt=&theme=&id=.2 MacDonald Campus &campus=MAC&txt=&theme=&id=.3 Other Maps.1 Views towards Mount-Royal.1 EDIA/DOCUMENTS/ANNEXE%20F-CARTE-VUE%20VERS.PDF.2 EDIA/DOCUMENTS/ANNEXE%20H- COTES%20ALTIM%C9TRIQUES%20.PDF.2 Map of Mount-Royal.1 EDIA/DOCUMENTS/CARTE_MONT_ROYAL_2013FR.PDF.3 Boroughs.1 Borough of Ville-Marie.1 ments/carte_arr_vma.pdf.2 Borough of Plateau-Mont-Royal.1 ments/carte_arr_pmr.pdf.4 Arrondissement historique et naturel du Mont-Royal.1 uments/carte_territoire_du_decret_mont-royal.pdf.4 Other Documents.1 Plan de protection et de mise en valeur du Mont-Royal September, 2017 Page 2 of 14

4 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.1 EDIA/DOCUMENTS/PLAN%20DE%20PROTECTION%20ET%20DE%20MI SE%20EN%20VALEUR%20DU%20MONT-ROYAL.PDF 1.5 Guiding Principles.1 Unique Identity.1 Spirit of Place.1 Prestigious university campus where excellence, community and education are at the core of campus life..2 Threshold to the Mountain.1 Connectivity with Mount Royal by highlighting its views, encouraging safe pedestrian links and focusing on a landscape which provides a harmonious and smooth contact..3 Threshold to the Downtown Area.1 Ensure the connectivity to downtown area by encouraging the use of urban materials, adding a larger pool of urban furniture at the threshold and promoting views of the city Centre..2 Education.1 Outdoor Laboratory.1 Extend teaching and learning outside building walls by providing comfortable and adapted spaces to study outside. With Wi-Fi access and exterior charging stations, McGill will promote outside teaching as part of a stimulating teaching practice..2 Create partnership to create a living lab.1 McGill is a student-centered institution and encourages students to become engaged citizens. Initiatives that endorse partnerships between the university, private sectors and citizens are supported as a means to creating a positive impact on campus life..3 A model for sustainable design.1 In its Sustainability Policy (2010), McGill aspires to achieve the highest possible standard of sustainability on its campus. Whenever possible, concepts and strategies for sustainability shall be integrated in the campus landscape..3 Respect.1 Preservation.1 Protect and maintain existing key components that are part of the historic value of the site..2 Restoration.1 Whenever possible, heritage landscape is to be restored. Repair rather than replace and use modern landscape, art and architecture to restore heritage landscape..3 Rehabilitation September, 2017 Page 3 of 14

5 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.1 Where appropriate, add a layer of subtle and long lasting contemporary designed items to historical places. Never override the character-defining elements of the heritage site..4 Blending the new.1 Conserve the heritage value and character-defining elements when creating new additions. Preserve the integrity of the historic place by ensuring that if the contemporary elements are removed, the essential form and value is not impaired..5 Balance between the old and the new.1 When adding new contemporary elements to the landscape, ensure that their presence enhances the heritage value of the site and does not overshadow historic elements..4 Adaptability.1 Landscape Functions and Flexibility.1 The landscape shall maximize the number and types of activities that can take place on campus as well as be sufficiently flexible to allow changes during the evolution of the space..2 Pedestrian Connections.1 Encourage pedestrian circulation design that takes into account the possibility of being enlarged and that is integrated in a long term vision plan. If new buildings are built, guarantee their connectivity to the rest of the campus path network..3 Vehicular Access, Circulation and Parking.1 The lower campus is now a pedestrian-zone (with restricted vehicle access and reduced parking), resulting in a safer, more physically-active environment. Occasional vehicular circulation and access shall be made mostly through shared spaces..4 Cyclist Access, Circulation and Parking.1 Without bicycle lanes, it is recommended that all cyclists disembark their bikes when entering the campus. The use of mitigation measures such as bollards and gates at entrances of campus will ensure pedestrian safety..5 Programming.1 Public and Private Realms.1 McGill Campus is by definition part of the private realm, however it also acts as a major collective space for passersby, tourists and residents. The landscape shall therefore encourage a smooth cohabitation between public and private realms..2 Four Seasons.1 Consider the four seasons to increase the campus experience and appropriation. Ensure that a certain level of comfort be obtained at all times, even in extreme climate conditions such as the high temperature of summer and cold of winter. As McGill Campus is mainly used during fall and winter, it is important to grant a great deal of importance to the comfort of users during these seasons. Prioritize landscape elements that require low September, 2017 Page 4 of 14

6 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape maintenance in regards to season changes (removal of benches for winter, de-icing salt, etc.)..3 Events, temporary exhibits and installations.1 Identify strategic spaces where events as well as temporary installations and exhibitions should take place. Allow for flexibility since activities, interventions, scope and scale of events will vary. Events on campus are dedicated to students, faculty members and teachers and should be in close relation with McGill properties. For activities on campus, furniture such as benches, tables and garbage bins shall be located nearby. Lighting and temporary signage shall be considered when planning these events..2 It is important to mention that McTavish Street is on the public realm and will be part of the Promenade urbaine project which will be inaugurated in Creativity & Innovation.1 Landscape.1 The landscape of McGill Campus shall showcase the University s excellence with high quality materials, workmanship, space design and good practices in landscape architecture..2 Landscape Experience.1 The landscape experience has a great role to play in campus appreciation, appropriation and retention. The landscape shall therefore put emphasis on the wellbeing of students, faculty, staff and visitors by creating a stimulating environment..3 Public Arts and Sculpture.1 Permanent public art and sculptures need to be integrated respectfully to their context. Statues, commemorative plaques and other heritage elements shall be located near historic buildings and places. Contemporary public art shall however be located near new buildings and contemporary places. Public art must not be installed in areas dedicated for free play..7 Stewardship.1 Environmental Protection.1 All projects must meet or exceed the Environmental Policy for McGill University and balance environmentally suitable objectives. The campus should be considered as an extension of Mount Royal, therefore actions and new additions to the campus must be made in respect of the Plan de protection et de mise en valeur de Mont-Royal and encourage connection with the mountain..2 Social Sustainability.1 Meet the definition of sustainable development from the Brundtland Commission in its 1987 report Our Common Future": development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainable development incorporates issues associated with human development such as education, public health, and living standards..3 Cost Efficiency September, 2017 Page 5 of 14

7 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.1 When adding new or replacing old elements on campus, a costeffectiveness analysis should be integrated in the decision-making process. The lifecycle cost of materials, site-furniture and landscaping elements should be studied with regard to not only actual cost, but also long term fees such as maintenance, lifetime of product, durability and replacement..4 Urban Agriculture.1 Urban agriculture is encouraged on campus, to bring together several communities while addressing its insertion with the natural settings. Define permanent zones for urban agriculture and identify strategic spaces to install temporary growing pots. Roofs could also be used..5 Biodiversity.1 The landscape environment has a crucial role to play in supporting and enhancing biodiversity on campus, especially in the urban context in which the site is located. The landscape elements shall aim to increase biodiversity throughout campus..8 Sustainability.1 Refer to McGill s General Standards..2 These standards are derived from the following considerations based on the LEED rating system, as it relates to sustainable aspects of landscape projects:.1 Storm water design.1 Manage storm water on site to favour infiltration and by incorporating water accumulation areas..2 The intent is to limit disruption of natural hydrology by reducing impervious cover, increasing on-site infiltration, reducing or eliminating pollution from storm water runoff and eliminating contaminants..1 Use natural, soil and vegetation based approaches to manage runoff, such as low-impact development (LID) and green infrastructure..2 Plan to manage on site runoff for the 95 th percentile of local rainfall..3 Refer to McGill s Rainwater Management Plan.1 Plan forthcoming..2 Heat island effect.1 The intent is to reduce heat islands (thermal gradient differences between developed and undeveloped areas) to minimize impact on microclimate and human and wildlife habitat. Consider the following measures:.1 Use existing vegetation, or plant new vegetation to shade paved areas within 10 years of planting..2 Install vegetated planters..3 Provide shade with vegetated structures. September, 2017 Page 6 of 14

8 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.4 Any paving and architectural shading devices/structures should use materials with a three-year aged solar reflectance (SR) value of at least If the three-year aged SR information is unavailable, use materials with an initial SR value of at least Consider an open-grid paving system, with at least 50% unbounded loose substrates..6 These measures should be considered in conjunction with a high reflectance roof and/or vegetated roofing in order to earn LEED credits, see sections Special Building Areas 12 Roof and Roofing..3 Water efficient landscaping.1 The intent is to limit or eliminate the use of potable water or other natural surface or subsurface water resources available on or near the project site for landscape irrigation. Ensure one of the following measures are followed, both can be achieved through the use of local and adapted plant selection:.1 Demonstrate that a permanent irrigation system is not required beyond a maximum two-year establishment period for maintenance of the landscape..2 Or, reduce the landscape s water requirements by 30% from the requirements calculated at the peak month..4 Material selection.1 The intent is to address the environmental concerns related to material selection, waste disposal, and waste reduction..2 Refer to the following sections of McGill s Building Design Standards :.1 Section Concrete..2 Section Common Work for Masonry..3 Section Rough Carpentry..4 Section Exterior Site Furnishing..9 Safety and Security.1 Emergency Call Devices.1 All emergency call devices on Campus shall be well integrated in their context but, above all, be easily recognizable and accessible..2 Security Cameras.1 All security cameras on Campus shall be totally integrated in the building architecture and landscape elements to avoid visual pollution so the users experience is not affected..3 Dead Zones.1 Identify dead zones on campus, such as hidden, remote or less accessible areas that could present a threat to security. Bring pathways closer to those areas or install lighting elements to ensure the security of users. September, 2017 Page 7 of 14

9 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.4 Visually Impaired and Universal Accessibility.1 Adopt a universal design approach in regards to landscape design in order to provide an environment that is easy to navigate, can be clearly understood and efficiently used by people with a wide range of disabilities walking in a wide range of situations..10 Universal Accessibility.1 The university is committed to creating a fully accessible and welcoming environment for all visitors to campus, in both open spaces and buildings..2 The principle of universal design should be applied to the design of all landscape, including finding buildings, entering them and connecting from one building to another..3 Consider accessibility issues when designing future connections between buildings..4 Arrangement of spaces should be simple and logical to facilitate wayfinding by people of all abilities..5 Paving materials should be selected to accommodate people who use mobility devices. PART 2 DESIGN STANDARDS 2.1 Entries and Site Limits.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Metal Fabrication..2 Section Fences and Gates..2 All gates, portals and fences on campus located at the entries and site limits of the campus..3 Style and Materiality.1 The decision making process regarding the replacement or repairs of these elements shall be based on the following factors:.1 If its value is heritage, restauration shall be prioritized, even if the cost is higher. If it can t be restored, it shall be rebuilt with identical design and construction..2 If its value is non heritage, either repaired, rebuilt identically or with a brand new design..3 If a new gate, portal or fence needs to be installed, its style and materiality shall be in relation to its context: either with a contemporary style or a more heritage approach. 2.2 Vehicular Circulation & Infrastructure.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Concrete..2 Section Asphalt Paving..3 Section Prefabricated Unit Paving. September, 2017 Page 8 of 14

10 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.4 Section Crushed Stone Surfacing. Section Forthcoming..5 Section Reinforced Turf. Section Forthcoming..2 Downtown Campus.1 Lower Campus.1 Lower campus is mixed use, pedestrians and cyclists share the space. Vehicular circulation is allowed only for deliveries between 7:00 and 11:00 AM..2 Upper Campus.1 Upper campus is mixed use. Vehicular circulation is not segregated..3 MacDonald campus.1 Circulation Standards.1 Standards forthcoming..4 Parking Standards:.1 The design of parking areas should not degrade the landscape architecture of the campus. The minimum standards should be followed in order to minimize the impact of the parking areas. For example, the downtown borough of Ville-Marie reduced its minimum standards by 50% for buildings within 500m of a metro station for all categories of use. Consequently, the management of parking lots must comply with the standards required by Quebec s Ministère des Transports, de la Mobilité durable et de l'électrification des transports..2 Visibility/Safety.1 Standards forthcoming..3 Line types/colour.1 Standards forthcoming..4 Charging stations (electric cars).1 Designate 5% of all parking spaces as preferred parking for green vehicles, distributed proportionally..2 Supply 2% of all parking spaces with Type 2 electrical charging station..5 Signage.1 Use simple signage, and minimize the number of signs to improve visibility..2 Ensure the signs are aligned with the applicable standards of the McGill Parking Services..1 Link to McGill Parking Services standards forthcoming..6 Heat island effect.1 Refer to article above, Heat island effect..2 At least 50% of the total parking surface should be under vegetaged shade. Calculate using the noon sun exposure on June 21 st, and assume 10-year canopy width..7 Vegetation September, 2017 Page 9 of 14

11 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.1 Refer to article 2.5 below, Green Spaces and Vegetation..2 Include 5% green space within parking areas of 20 spots of more..1 Roadway leading exclusively to parking included within parking area, for calculation purposes..2 Green space area excluded from parking area, for calculation purposes..8 Reduced parking.1 Reduce the amount of devoted parking areas (including the number and size of parking)..2 Reduce the parking capacity by 40% from the base ratio. Base ratio recommended: 0.4/school population, including student, faculty and staff). 2.3 Pedestrian Circulation & Infrastructure.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Concrete..2 Section Asphalt Paving..3 Section Prefabricated Unit Paving..4 Section Crushed Stone Surfacing. Section Forthcoming..5 Section Reinforced Turf. Section Forthcoming. 2.4 Cyclist Circulation & Infrastructure.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Concrete..2 Section Asphalt Paving..3 Section Prefabricated Unit Paving..4 Section Crushed Stone Surfacing. Section Forthcoming..5 Section Exterior Site Furnishings..6 Section Reinforced Turf. Section Forthcoming..2 Bicycle Parking Stations (Short-term parking).1 Areas designated for use as short-term bicycle parking facility..2 For at least 2.5% of peak building occupants..3 A minimum of four spaces per building..1 Do not double count storage spaces..4 Must be within 15m of main entrance.5 Bicycle parking stations shall allow for smaller amount of parking structures but be implanted in a larger number so as to avoid the negative visual impact of mass bicycle parking. September, 2017 Page 10 of 14

12 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.6 Parking stations shall be of a minimalist style in order to lower their visual impact and be of similar materials to other structures on campus (signage, garbage/recycling stations, pavement )..7 Bicycle parking stations shall also include repair stations..3 Covered Bicycle Parking Stations (Long-term parking).1 Areas and structures designated for long-term bicycle parking facility..2 For at least 5% of regular building occupants,.3 A minimum of four spaces per building..1 Do not double count storage spaces..4 Must be within 30m of main entrance..5 Bicycle parking stations shall allow for smaller amount of parking structures but be implanted in a larger number so as to avoid the negative visual impact of mass bicycle parking..6 Parking stations shall be of a minimalist style in order to lower their visual impact and be of similar materials to other structures on campus (signage, garbage/recycling stations, pavement )..4 Cyclist Circulation.1 Downtown Campus.1 Lower Campus.1 Lower campus is mixed use. Bike circulation is not segregated..2 Upper Campus.1 Upper campus is mixed use. Bike circulation is not segregated..2 MacDonald campus.1 Cycling infrastructure consisting of marked lanes, tracks, shoulders and paths designated for cyclists and from which motorized and pedestrian traffic is excluded..2 Bike lanes shall be segregated from pedestrian paths..3 Bike lanes shall be made with stabilized stone dust surface and be 3 meters wide. See section Crushed Stone Surfacing Standard forthcoming. 2.5 Green Spaces and Vegetation.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Reinforced Turf Section Forthcoming..2 Section Sodding..3 Section Trees, Shrubs, and Ground Cover Planting..4 Section Hydraulic Transplanting..5 Section Tree Pruning..2 McGill s green spaces located primarily near buildings, athletic facilities or student services. They are central, open, and easily accessible, with high pedestrian traffic. September, 2017 Page 11 of 14

13 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.3 These outdoor areas provide space for formal group events and informal socializing and gathering year-round, while supporting McGill s educational mission. These spaces will help establish a unique identity to the Campus and will reinforce a sense of community.4 They must provide ease of maintenance and universal access. Required elements are: paving for furniture installation, furniture, planting, seating options (shade and sun), lighting, trash bins and bicycle racks..5 In order to meet LEED credit requirements, the outdoor space provided must be at least 30% of the total site area, with building footprint. Additionally, at least 25% of the outdoor space must be vegetated (not including turf grass). 2.6 Site Lighting.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Éclairage..2 Section Outdoor lighting. 2.7 Hard Surfaces.1 Refer to above, Heat island effect..2 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Asphalt Paving..2 Section Prefabricated Unit Paving. 2.8 Exterior Site Furnishings.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Exterior Site Furnishings. 2.9 Sport Fields Furnishings.1 Refer to the following section(s) of McGill s Building Design Standards..1 Section Sport Fields Furnishings. Section Forthcoming Wood products.1 Wood products shall be certified by one of the following standards to ensure they are issued from sustainable forests (contractor shall submit proof to this effect):.1 FSC (Forest Stewardship Council). Refer to the FSC website to find FSC certified companies ( )..2 SFI Inc. (Sustainable Forestry Initiative). Refer to the SFI website to find SFI certified products ( ) Signage.1 Refer to the McGill Exterior Signage Standards, at the following web link, for all information on exterior signage: McGill Exterior Signage Standards forthcoming. September, 2017 Page 12 of 14

14 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape 2.12 Steps, Railings and Site Walls.1 Steps:.1 The use of ramps instead of steps is preferred, wherever possible, for best universal access design;.2 Steps should be built into the slopes and have a foundation below frost level. Risers shall have a back slope and treads shall have a 6mm wash..3 A general design formula for establishing size of risers and treads shall be twice the riser plus the tread = 660mm. Preferred riser dimensions are 127mm minimum and 152mm maximum..4 Foundation wall at top and bottom of steps shall have a projecting ledge to support pavements..5 Where feasible, there shall be no fewer than 3 steps and no more than 10 steps per set..6 Maintain 75mm minimum clearance from edge of steps to outside of drilled hole for handrail installation where required..7 Handrails, tread, and riser design shall meet required Codes..8 Treads shall have a non-slip finish..9 Nosing bars shall not be used in step construction..10 Tactile indicators shall be integrated on every landing, follow Stairs and ramps of Special building areas of the Building Design Standards..2 Handrails and Guardrails:.1 Standards forthcoming..3 Site walls:.1 Standards forthcoming Art and Culture.1 Permanent art work: All commemorative installations such as monuments, historical plaques and statues..1 All permanent works of art, monuments, historical plaques, and statues must respect the heritage of the campus and be professionally sited and installed..2 Art work tending more towards a historical style, carrying a strong commemoration component (monuments, historical plaques and statues) may be installed near the heritage buildings however will need to ensure to respect of the heritage value of the area..3 Contemporary art work shall be located near contemporary buildings and plazas in order to respect the genius loci of the site..4 Ultimately, the selection of art work shall be determined with input from the Visual Arts Collection staff and the location of any new elements shall be determined with input from the Architectural Advisory Committee..5 Art work signage shall be well integrated in its context and adapted to the installation. September, 2017 Page 13 of 14

15 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS SPECIAL BUILDING AREAS Landscape.6 Where public art is planned, canopy / public art coordination between architect and artist is required..2 Temporary art work: All types of temporary art work such as ephemeral installations and temporary exhibits..1 All temporary art work shall also respect the heritage value of the landscape and views toward and from heritage buildings. The location of any temporary installations shall also be determined with input from the Architectural Advisory Committee and the Visual Arts Collection staff Special Events and Temporary Installations.1 Standards forthcoming..2 Provide supplementary lighting for safety and security..1 Standards forthcoming..3 Temporary / movable landscape displays / planters / furniture / water / electricity..1 Standards forthcoming Smart City.1 Standards forthcoming..2 Support the live, work, play concept by encouraging a diversity of uses for balanced communities..1 Standards forthcoming..3 Promote the development of communities with a high degree of internal connectivity..1 Standards forthcoming. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 14 of 14

16 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES FINISHES - DIVISION 09 Exterior Painting PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying exterior painting for landscape use. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 References.1 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).1 ASMT B117 Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus..2 ASTM D2247 Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coating in 100% Relative Humidity..3 ASTM D3359 Standard Test Methods of Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test. 1.3 Design Requirements.1 McGill does not have design requirements with regards to exterior painting for landscape uses. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 General.1 Powder Coated Paint.1 Polyester powder paint with zinc enriched primer with final thickness of 7 to 8 mils. The material used is polyester resin for external use and resistant to UV rays. This resin is stabilized by controlled temperature cooking..2 Conforming to the ASTM B117, ASTM D2247 and ASTM D3359 standards..3 Type: Tiger Drylac 49/76107 SMOOTH SEMI-GLOSS, or approved equivalent..4 Colour : RAL #7016, unless otherwise indicated for specific works in other sections. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 1 of 1

17 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EARTHWORKS - DIVISION 31 Clearing and Grubbing PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying clearing and grubbing. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 References.1 Bureau de normalisation du Québec.1 BNQ Entretien arboricole et horticole. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 General.1 All products related to clearing and grubbing shall meet or exceed the following standard:.1 BNQ Entretien arboricole et horticole, Partie V : Abattage des arbres, essouchement et élimination des pousses. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 General.1 All works related to clearing and grubbing shall meet or exceed the following standard:.1 BNQ Entretien arboricole et horticole, Partie V : Abattage des arbres, essouchement et élimination des pousses. 3.2 Removal of debris.1 All vegetation debris shall be removed from the project site on the same day. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 1 of 1

18 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EARTHWORKS - DIVISION 31 Natural Stone PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying natural stone for landscape use. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 References.1 ASTM International.1 ASTM C97 Standard Test Methods for Absorption and Bulk Specific Gravity of Dimension Stone..2 ASTM C99 Standard Test Method for Modulus of Rupture of Dimension Stone..3 ASTM C170 Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Dimension Stone.4 ASTM C568 Standard Specification for Limestone Dimension Stone..5 ASTM C615 Standard Specification for Granite Dimension Stone. 1.3 Design Requirements.1 Types of Natural Stones.1 The following are considered by McGill as noble materials and its use will be considered for landscape elements.1 Granite..2 Limestone..1 St-Marc Limestone..2 Indiana Limestone..3 Sandstone..1 Bluestone..2 Silicate Sandstone.4 Slate..2 Natural Stone landscape features.1 The following elements of landscape features that can be built using natural stone..1 Borders.2 Steps.3 Walls and retaining walls.4 Prefabricated paving units..1 Granite is accepted..2 Other natural stones are not accepted. September, 2017 Page 1 of 3

19 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EARTHWORKS - DIVISION 31 Natural Stone Etc..2 The use of solid materials rather than veneer is preferred..3 Other stones.1 River rock or other loose stone used as surfacing material is not acceptable. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 Limestone.1 Shall meet or exceed the ASTM C568 standard..2 Shall be Category II, medium density. 2.2 Granite.1 Granite "Picasso", in accordance with ASTM C615, as provided by Polycor or approved equivalent..1 Texture: Medium to moderately coarse grain..2 Finishing.1 All exposed surfaces will be thermal finished "Brulé propane" as performed by Polycor or approved equivalent..2 Appearance: free of cracks, splinters, scratches or spalling..3 Uniform, free of veins, or other defects affecting the appearance, strength or durability..4 The physical characteristics and mechanical granite should be as follows :.1 Massive absorption: 0.16%, according to ASTM C97..2 Uniaxial compression: 160,5Mpa, according to standard C Density: 2 646kg / m³, according to ASTM C97..4 Modulus of rupture: 16,3Mpa, according to ASTM C Sandstone.1 Conforming to ASTM C568 standard, category II, average density.2 The stone shall be free of imperfections; no stylolytes (resembling faults and/or cracks), without clay, without inclusions of iron or others, without holes. Stylolytes deemed acceptable will be very low and discontinuous..3 Density: kg/m³.4 Supplier: Carrière St-Marc or approved equivalent. 2.4 Joints.1 Joints adjoining or between stone pieces shall be filled using Sikaflex 1a, or approved equivalent..1 Colour:.1 For granite pieces: medium bronze September, 2017 Page 2 of 3

20 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EARTHWORKS - DIVISION 31 Natural Stone For limestone: stone 2.5 Material Requirements.1 Do not request to the general contractor the surplus for replacement. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 Prefabricated unit paving..1 Refer to section Prefabricated Unit Paving. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 3 of 3

21 Exterior Improvements PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying exterior improvements. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 Heat Island Effect Report.1 The architect shall fill in the following table to report on heat island effect changes following a project other than roofs (terraces or landscape sites). This table is to be submitted to the Project manager at substantial completion period. This table is available in Excel format with the McGill construction standards on the web site. September, 2017 Page 1 of 2

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23 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS - Tree and Shrub Preservation PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying tree and shrub preservation. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 References.1 Bureau de normalisation du Québec.1 BNQ Aménagement paysager à l aide de végétaux..2 BNQ Entretien arboricole et horticole..3 BNQ Produits de pépinières et de gazon..4 BNQ Produits de pépinières et de gazon..5 BNQ Produits de serres..2 Government of Quebec.1 Arrondissement historique et naturel de Mont-Royal..3 City of Montreal.1 Plan de protection et de mise en valeur du Mont-Royal. 1.3 Design Requirements.1 A tree survey will be done as part of the pre-design work for the campus development projects. The survey will show the location of the existing tree on Campus. A tree arboriculture consultant will be hired to prepare a document. In this document the consultant will categorize the trees:.1 All Memorial trees and their associated documentation;.2 Trees of important ornamental value that should be maintained and cared for;.3 Trees that can be relocated (transplanted for the needs of a new project);.4 Dying or diseased trees to be removed for safety issues;.5 The removal of aggressive weed trees (Manitoba Maple, Acer Negundo) and replaced with a recommended species..2 All new projects involving the removal of a tree must be accompanied with a permit from the City of Montreal which may also require the approval of the Ministry of Culture of Quebec. McGill Campus is almost entirely within the limits of the Arrondissement historique et naturel de Mont-Royal, a protected area under the jurisdictional authority of the Ministry of Culture of Quebec, and we must inform the Gardens and Grounds Committee and McGill s horticulturist (as specified in Item 1.4) prior to taking any action involving a tree..3 Drawing specifications should call for proper protection of existing trees when contained within or adjacent to a construction site. September, 2017 Page 1 of 2

24 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS - Tree and Shrub Preservation PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 Preferred Products.1 All products related to tree and shrub preservation shall meet or exceed the following standard:.1 BNQ Aménagement paysager à l aide de végétaux, Partie IX : Conservation des arbres et des arbustes lors de travaux d aménagement et de construction. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 General.1 All works related to tree and shrub preservation shall meet or exceed the following standard:.1 BNQ Aménagement paysager à l aide de végétaux, Partie IX : Conservation des arbres et des arbustes lors de travaux d aménagement et de construction..2 All projects involving pruning, cutting, removal, etc. of trees should involve the campus horticulturist and/or McGill s Gardens and Grounds Committee, and if needed a tree consultant..1 Refer to Section Tree Pruning. 3.2 Specific Procedure for Removal and Transplanting.1 Removal and Replacement.1 Refer to sections Clearing and Grubbing, and Trees, Shrubs and Ground Cover Plantings..2 A Tree arboriculture contractor with certification will be hired for the removal of the tree. McGill safety recommendations must be followed at all times..3 Replacement trees should be the same size if possible, if this is not practical, for any cut tree bigger than 200mm, the largest of the tree of the same species available in a nursery specialized in big calliper tree, should be purchased..4 If this is again not possible, several trees of smaller calliper should replace a bigger one..5 The replacement tree location will either be on the project site or on any given campus location previously determined by the Gardens and Grounds Committee and the horticulturist..2 Transplanting.1 Refer to section Hydraulic Transplanting. 3.3 Removal of debris.1 All vegetation debris shall be removed from the project site on the same day. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 2 of 2

25 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND ANCILLARY SERVICES EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS - Aggregate Base Courses PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying aggregate base courses for landscape use. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 General.1 McGill does not have specific standards with regards to aggregate base courses. All products must meet or exceed the most recent industry standards. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 Shoulders.1 When the top of the base courses are located less than 300mm below turf or plantings, base courses should not extend 150mm beyond the hard surface they support.2 The top of the base courses cannot be less than 150mm below adjoining turf areas or plantings. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 1 of 1

26 Asphalt Paving PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying asphalt paving. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 Design Requirements.1 Asphalt is not a preferred surfacing option. Alternative materials should be considered for high-profile areas, walkways and bike paths. Refer to: Cast in place concrete Natural Stone Prefabricated Unit Paving..2 Downtown Campus.1 Lower campus.1 Asphalt is strongly discouraged. It may be considered for very low-profile service areas or laneways, or temporary installations (less than three years)..2 Upper campus.1 Asphalt can be considered for low profile areas or temporary installations (less than three years), roadways and parking areas only..3 MacDonald Campus.1 Standards forthcoming..4 Gault Campus.1 Standards forthcoming. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 1 of 1

27 Prefabricated Unit Paving PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying prefabricated unit paving. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 References.1 Products and execution must meet or exceed the most recent version of the following standards..2 Canadian Standards Association (CSA).1 CAN/CSA A23.1 Concrete materials and methods of concrete construction..2 CAN/CSA A23.2 Test methods and standard practices for concrete..3 CAN/CSA A231.2 Precast Concrete Pavers..4 CAN/CSA A283 Qualification Code for Concrete Testing Laboratories.3 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).1 ASTM C136 Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates..2 ASTM C979/C979M Standard Specification for Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete..4 Government of Quebec.1 Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ).1 NQ Pavé de béton préfabriqué. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 General.1 Cleaning Products and Sealant..1 Cleaning products and sealants for prefabricated units paving are not desirable..2 Dimension tolerances.1 ± 3 mm in thickness, max..2 ± 2 mm in length or width, max. 2.2 Prefabricated Concrete Units.1 Concrete Properties.1 Precast concrete units must comply with the requirements of the CSA-A231.1 and the CSA-A231.2 standards, including:.1 Compression resistance: 50 MPa min. September, 2017 Page 1 of 3

28 Prefabricated Unit Paving Absorption: 5% max..3 Freeze/Thaw :.1 225g/m 2 after 28 cycles, max g/m 2 after 49 cycles, max..2 Pigments used to colour concrete pavers: conforming to the ASTM C 979/C979M standard..2 Vehicular areas.1 In areas where vehicular traffic (regular or occasional) will occur:.1 Pavers must respect a 3:1 ratio (length vs. width)..2 Pavers shall never have dimensions greater than 300 mm x 300 mm.3 Pavers shall have a minimum thickness of 100 mm..3 McGill Standard Collection.1 Type 1.1 Thickness : 100mm..2 Nominal dimensions :.1 300mm x 300mm mm x 300mm..3 Shall be either of the following, or equivalent:.1 «Avenue Autoblocking RL» as manufactured by Bolduc..1 Colours :.1 Light Gray..2 Smoke Gray..2 Finish: Regular..2 «Boulevard TLI 100mm» as manufactured by Permacon..1 Colours :.1 Cinder Grey..2 Charcoal..2 Finish: Standard. 2.3 Prefabricated Lattice Concrete Units.1 Prefabricated lattice concrete units are not desirable as a prefabricated paving unit material. 2.4 Granite Units.1 Granite Properties.1 Refer to section Natural Stone..2 McGill Standard Collection September, 2017 Page 2 of 3

29 Prefabricated Unit Paving Thickness : 100mm. 2.5 Limestone Units.1 Limestone is not desirable as a prefabricated paving unit material in high traffic areas. 2.6 Bedding material.1 Shall be stone screening, granitic in composition 2.7 Joint sand.1 Shall be Nextgel HP from Techniseal, or approved equivalent:.1 Colour: Urban Grey 2.8 Material Requirements:.1 Do not request to the general contractor the surplus for replacement. PART 3 EXECUTION.1 General.1 Prefabricated unit pavings should be installed on ±20mm of bedding material atop a concrete slab. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 3 of 3

30 Fences and Gates PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying for landscape fences and gates. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 Design Requirements.1 Fences/Gates are subject to review and approval by the Architectural Advisory Committee..2 Wrought Iron Fences/Gates.1 The style should match that which is already found on site, including height..2 The mixed use of wrought iron and cement or stone is also possible, if the fence is part of a retaining wall..3 The repair or replacement of an existing fence/gate (or part thereof) must be done with a similar, if not identical design, but also using methods to ensure a long-lasting product (galvanising, paint, etc.).4 Downtown campus.1 Lower and Upper campuses.1 The use of wrought iron fences is preferred, particularly for the Lower Campus..5 MacDonald campus and other.1 The use of iron ornamental fences is shall depend on the context, and is preferred for high-profile areas. The style should match that which is already found on site, including height..3 Chain Link and/or Wood Fences/Gates.1 Downtown campus.1 Lower and upper campuses.1 Chain link or wood fences are not accepted. They may be considered for the following:.1 Very low-profile service areas or laneways..2 Temporary installations (less than one year)..3 Sports facilities (see below)..2 MacDonald campus and other.1 Chain link or wood fences may be considered for the following.1 Low-profile areas or laneways..2 Temporary installations (less than one year)..3 Sports facilities (see below). September, 2017 Page 1 of 2

31 Fences and Gates PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 General.1 Wrought Iron Fences/Gates.1 Refer to section Metal Fabrication..2 Finishing shall be galvanised, painted with powder-coated paint..1 Colour: RAL # Refer to section Exterior paint, for prescriptions..2 Chain Link Fences/Gates.1 Chain link fences must meet commercial standards. Residential standards are not acceptable..2 Mesh must be galvanized before weaving (GBW)..3 Non sport fields settings:.1 Wire gauge must be 9..2 Wire must be vinyl coated, Class 2B fused and bonded..1 Colour: Black.3 Fence posts and structure must be powder coat painted.1 Refer to Exterior Painting, for powder coat specifications..2 Colour: RAL # Mesh size: 50mm.4 Sport fields settings:.1 Wire gauge must be 6 when located near high-impact areas. For example, near home plate, behind a goal, etc..2 Wire gauge must be 9 when located in low-impact areas..3 Mesh size:.1 Tennis: 38mm.2 Other sports: 50mm.3 Wood Fences.1 Refer to McGill s Building Design Standards Landscape, for information regarding wood procurement. END OF SECTION September, 2017 Page 2 of 2

32 Exterior Site Furnishings PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 Summary.1 Unless otherwise indicated, follow the standards below when specifying exterior site furnishings. These standards are not intended to restrict or replace professional judgment. 1.2 References.1 Canadian Standards Association (CSA).1 CSA G164 Hot Dip Galvanizing of Irregularly Shaped Articles..2 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).1 ASMT B117 Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus..2 ASTM D2247 Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coating in 100% Relative Humidity..3 ASTM D3359 Standard Test Methods of Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test. 1.3 Design Requirements.1 General.1 All site furnishings other than the McGill Standard Collection shall meet the campus standards and shall be reviewed by McGill University s Garden and Grounds Committee, and the Architectural Advisory Committee..2 They shall always be located on flat (2% max for drainage), hard surfaces..1 Adjoining turfed or planted areas, the hard surface shall be no larger than necessary..2 Whenever possible, provide a hard surface adjacent to pedestrian clearway zones..2 Garbage/Recycling Stations.1 Garbage/Recycling stations are located throughout campus, near entrances of buildings, in plazas and at crossroads..2 They shall be placed in a manner that is visible and easily accessible, but also discreet..3 Single, double or triple Garbage/Recycling Stations may be installed, as required..1 Single Stations shall have a Garbage opening..2 Double Stations shall have a Bottle opening on the left and a Garbage opening on the right..3 Triple Stations shall have a Bottle opening on the left, a Garbage opening in the middle, and a Paper opening on the right. September, 2017 Page 1 of 7

33 Exterior Site Furnishings Benches and seats.1 All types of stand-alone benches with or without backrest and built-in benches..2 The users feet, when sitting, shall also be on the hard surface..4 Bicycle Parking Stations.1 They shall be placed in a manner that is visible and easily accessible, but also discreet..2 Where possible, they shall be located in a sheltered area for protection from elements..3 An optimal distance of 750 mm between each vertical element must be respected to allow comfortable space between each bike.5 Tables.1 All types of tables on campus such as picnic tables, studying tables, etc..2 Tables on campus shall be segregated in small groups..3 The users feet, when sitting, shall also be on the hard surface..6 Bollards.1 For bollard which contain a light source, refer to section Outdoor Lighting..2 May install Fixed Bollards or Hydraulic Bollards as needed, in consultation with Security Services..3 Bollards can be located in places needed to separate pedestrian and vehicular circulations or along pedestrian plazas..7 Ashtrays.1 Urban ashtrays must be installed a minimum of 9m from main entrance..8 Flower Boxes.1 Refer to section Tree, Shrubs and Ground Cover plantings, for planting selections..9 Tag Markers for Snow Removal.1 Markers shall be placed 150mm from vertical obstructions..1 Location within prefabricated pavers shall be according to manufacturer s recommendations, no less than 150mm from vertical obstructions..10 Outdoor Charging Stations.1 Outdoor charging stations will be located near benches or tables. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 Anchoring.1 All site furniture shall be fixed using anti-vandalism, stainless steel bolts. September, 2017 Page 2 of 7