FOUNDATION IN NATURAL AND BUILT

ENVIRONMENT

INTRODUCTION TO THE CONSTRUCTION

INDUSTRY (QSB30105)

FINAL PROJECT – Development Proposal

NAME & STUDENT ID: ADELE LU KHAI SYN (0323151)

DANA KAN JIA TORNG (0323648)

TUTOR: MS. ANN SEE PENG

INTAKE: MARCH 2015

NO.

CONTENTS PAGE NUMBER

1 INTRODUCTION 1-6

2 SITE ANALYSIS 7

3 SITE OBSERVATION 8-10

4 PROPOSAL 1 – ADELE LU KHAI SYN 11-21

5 PROPOSAL 2 –DANA KAN JIA TORNG 22-36

INTRODUCTION

This is our final project in Introduction to Construction Industry. In a group of 2 students,

we are required to initiate a small construction project with the size between 50m x50m to 50m x

70m. Individually, we have to propose one project that serves one or two purposes based on the

empty land we have chosen such as: Recreational area, commercial area, industrial area,

agricultural area, tourism area and residential area. Through this project, we can understand the

different roles in the construction industry such as an architect, quantity surveyor, civil and

structural engineer, developer and so on.

The chosen site is approximately 50m x 50m big and is located at Jalan USJ 20/9, USJ

20, 47630 Subang Jaya, Selangor. The site has been left empty and abundant for several years.

In the evening, there will be vendors in mini vans making use of that area’s surrounding by

selling malay food like cendol and rojak . It’s been a famous place for the nearby community to

drop by and get some good food before heading home or else way.

The side is surrounded by commercial shops (mostly car workshops) and also terrace

houses just across the streets. It has a high potential to be developed into a recreational area or

a commercial area as this two types of development could bring the most benefits to the

community in that area.

KEY PLAN

LOCATION PLAN

LOCATION OF THE SITE

SITE PLAN

The site observed from different angles. The road along the site is big enough for a car

to pass through. It has the potential to be made into parking spaces.

SITE CONTEXT

LEGEND

Site selected

Residential area

Park

Vehicle-service workshops

Educational area

Shoplots

SITE ANALYSIS

The chosen site is located in the residential area of UEP Subang Jaya. The

land is barren, does not have any obstructions in place, so this provides us

a space for development. It has a strategic location within a residential area

to build a multipurpose hall and food court.

Microclimate

Since the empty land is not shaded, this place is rather sunny. The sun

rises from the East to West side of site. The wind blows from North-West to

South-East.

Circulation

Our site is located next to roads and residential areas so the circulation of

cars would be moving on the roads around our site.

Vegetation

There are several trees around the site.

SITE OBSERVATION

Views of the site from different angles

Centre point of site East view

West view South view

The only restaurant in the area and car service workshops

Facilities in the nearby park

Futsal court Green area for recreational activites

Football field Basketball court

Residential area and some street vendors selling food

SITE OBSERVATION

1. Located beside a park and is surrounded by residential

area.

There are a lot of residents staying nearby and there is a park

for the surrounding residents to do recreational activities and

sports like football and basketball. This place has the potential

to become a commercial area as the residents would have to

get their daily supplies and eat.

2. Vehicle service and maintenance workshops are

abundant.

The empty land is surrounded by many vehicle service and

maintenance workshops which is convenient for the residents

to maintain and service their cars.

3. Hot temperature

It is very hot during the afternoon.

4. Has limited parking spaces

Residents whom come to the park sometimes park surrounding

the empty land, making the road slightly congested.

PROPOSAL 1

ADELE LU KHAI SYN

0323151

MULTI-PURPOSE HALL

DEVOLOPMENT PROPOSAL

RATIONALE & JUSTIFICATION

After the site analysis that me and my group mate have done, I have found

that the selected site in the neighborhood has a lack of assembly area where the

whole residential community can have their fellowship together. There are mostly

residential houses, car workshop services, industrial buildings and a recreational

park nearby the site. Take the advantage of the park where residents have their

sports activities there; it’s good to build a multipurpose hall at the selected site so

that the communities there have a larger assembly place to have their activities as

a community. The recreation park is just approximately 40m away from the

selected site.

Furthermore, it’s an easily access area for the residents there, they can just

take a walk approximately 40m or even drive to the site to have their activities

there.

Therefore, a multipurpose hall is proposed so that the residents will have a

more neighborhood-friendly place to have fellowship and it is at a close walking

distance from where they stay. This hall aims for the nearby USJ20 residents to

have a better living community.

Car workshop

services Selected Site

Residential Area

Residential Area

Recreational Park

SUGGESTION and CONCEPT

I have decided to propose that piece of land into a multipurpose hall. The

main reason I chose to develop the land into a multipurpose hall is because the

land is located within a residential area with high population. The aim of the

construction project is to give the residents with more comfortable space to

communicate with friends and family. It will be a place for the residents to have

various activities.

The multipurpose hall will serve as a space that can be used by the nearby

residents. It will be managed by the community council board of USJ20. The hall

will be the main meeting area for the council board and also activities will be held

to help the surrounding community.

BENEFITS

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS

It is highly beneficial to have a multipurpose hall at the surrounded residential

area because this would encourage the nearby residence to carry out more

activities and also to communicate with each other. The hall is designed to

provide a space for the surrounding community to carry out their various types of

activities.

HEALTH BENEFITS

This proposal provides a relaxing and comfortable space for the community living

around the place. People can visit the hall to exercise and spend their time

together with friends and family. To practice a healthy lifestyle, there must be a

balance between physical and mental health. Physical health problem such as

obesity, diabetes, asthma and chronic pain can be overcome by exercising

regularly. In order to gain benefits on mental health like anxiety, depression, and

stress and so on, this is a highly recognized place for people to relax and release

stress.

SOCIAL BENEFITS

The multipurpose hall plays an important role in providing spaces for people to

gather around. This would be beneficial when people with different cultures make

communications and get to know each other better. The relationship between the

communities will be closer and also they are united as one. Activities that can be

carry out like campaign, workshops and conferences together with friends and

family tends to improve the relationship between one another. Meeting others

may be the first step toward establishing a new friendships and developing a

supportive network.

ECONOMICAL BENEFITS

This proposal brings benefits to the community’s economy. Having a proper

communication hall in a residential area benefits the community around. This

would increase the value of the surrounding property. We will always prefer to

have a property that has a proper sociable space rather than having a property

without any place for activities. So, this is beneficial to all.

IMPACTS

POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE DEVELOPMENT

Through this development, the residence would have a public space to carry out

daily activities. They would have more space to exercise and have a proper meet

up area. They can also utilize the space provided to gather around and to carry

out different types of recreational activities.

NEGATIVE IMPACT ON THE DEVELOPMENT

During the construction stage, it will cause sound and air pollution to the

residence nearby. The traffic flow may be interrupt during the construction

progress.

SKETCH PLAN OF PROPOSAL

IMAGES

The proposed multipurpose hall will be a place for the community to have various

activities. There will be wooden flooring and foldable chairs.

There will also be a stage and few entrances to the hall.

Outside the hall there will be also parking

spaces provided for residence that drives

to the site. These are examples of parking

spaces that will be created for the

convenience of the potential customers.

PROFESSIONS THAT INVOLVED IN THE DEVELOPMENT

CLIENT

A client, which is also an employer they will employ contractor, project manager,

sub-contractors, consultants and other professions. Client has to choose the

players in all stages of the construction project. The client plays important role in

the construction project as they appoint advisors, authorize work to take place,

agree costs and timetable and appoint professionals to the project.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

General contractor usually plan, manage and monitor the work under their

control. In this project, they interact with other professions to review the plans

before the construction begins. They will work out with the architects if any

problem occurs during construction. They manage sub-contractor and workers at

the work site and ensure that the project complete in time. Contractor appoints

sub-contractors and labors to carry out particular elements of the construction

work.

ARCHITECT

An architect always works closely with the client to make sure that the projected

design match with the needs of the users. They involved in the earliest stage of

building process, where they have to start developing different ideas and access

the needs of the users. Architects have to ensure that their design has its own

functional value and not limiting to aesthetic. They are responsible in discussing

the objectives, requirement and budget of the project. So, for this project,

architects would have to design the whole multipurpose hall as this project is not

a big project so architect can handle the structural design and interior design.

They also have to give advice to the client in order to produce the best design the

client wants. During construction, they have to ensure that the contractors build

the hall as following the designed plan. After construction, they would be

responsible in maintaining the structure of the hall.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Quantity surveyors play an important role in construction industry. This is because quantity surveyors have to figure out the cost of a construction project. They also have to ensure that the construction cost and production are well-managed. Before the construction, quantity surveyors have to calculate the budget of the construction project based on the client’s requirement. During the construction project, quantity surveyors provide a cash flow data so that the client is clear about the finances needed for each stage of construction. They also have to make sure that the construction cost is within the budget. After the construction finished, quantity surveyors would have to prepare a statement of account on the cost of the whole construction process, which show the actual cost of the project.

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Mechanical engineers work on any moving elements, while the electrical

engineers involved in lighting, grounding, lightning protection and more. Both of

these professions play an important role in completing a construction project.

Mechanical engineers would have to design and implement cost-effective

equipment in order to improve the safety. They have to plan and design on how

the machinery works. Mechanical engineers have to involve in gas and water

supply, heating system, kitchen and toilet ventilation. On the other hand,

electrical engineers would have to take part in the lighting and lightning

protection system. They are the key people in completing the internal body of this

project and making it a successful one.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Structural engineers surveys the construction site and responsible in design of

structures. In this project, structural engineers have to participate in designing,

analyzing and constructing the structures that can withstand the various loads

and pressures. They would have to come out with an analysis of building

materials for the construction project. Structural engineers also take part in

determining the causes of structural failure, damages and defects through site

investigation. They have to provide reports on detailed investigation.

CIVIL ENGINEER

Civil engineers initiate, develop and maintain the built environment which we live

in. For my construction project, these civil engineers would have to discuss about

the client’s requirement with other professions like architects and contractors.

They have to find out problems and resolve their design for the construction

project. They are responsible in ensuring the project runs smoothly and the

structures are completed within the budget provided.

PROJECT MANAGER

A project manager ensures that the construction project completed on time and

within budget. In this construction project, project manager plays an important

role in representing client’s interest. Project manager gives advices on

management of projects during construction. They make sure that all the aims of

the project are achieved. They are responsible in monitoring the sub-contractors

as to ensure the guidelines are maintained. During construction, project manager

also oversees the billing and costing of the project to ensure that construction

cost is within the budget.

THE BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL PROCESS AND

PROCEDURES

INTRODUCTION

Any particular project including small building project requires the local authority

approval at various stages of its development. This assignment of approval

authority allows the province to concentrate on the policy development and

advocacy in land use planning.

BUILDING PLAN PROCESS AND PROCEDURE

Authority Requirements

1. Application for Landuse Conversion

2. Building Plan Submission/Approval

3. Requirement during Construction

4. Completion of Work and Handling Over

5. Works Related to Utility/Services

6. Operations and Maintenance (O&M)

7. Requirements of Department of Environment

Submittal Requirements

1. Submission for Land Subdivision

2. Submission for Building Plan Approval

CONCLUSION

The multipurpose hall proposed is a convenient place for the community to

gather together. It is also a comfortable and practical place for them to

communicate with friends and family.

In conclusion, to any proposed site there will surely produce positive and

negative effect to the community. In order to reduce these negative impacts,

proper planning and monitoring should be carried out for a more successful

future.

PROPOSAL 2

Food court development

proposal

DANA KAN JIA TORNG

0323648

RATIONALE & JUSTIFICATION

After doing the site analysis, I have found that the selected

site in the neighbourhood has a lack of commercial blocks and

eateries. Car service workshops and industrial buildings surround

the site making it hard for the residents to go out and get

something to eat or to buy their daily supplies. The 2 nearest

places to get their food and supplies within 1km to the site are:

the Main Place and The One City which are 2 shopping malls

located approximately 700m and 1km to the residential area.

Furthermore, for the residents who are staying at the inner part of

the residential area, they will have to take a long distance which

includes going across the busy main road to get to the 2 shopping

malls to eat.

700m

1000m

Recreational park

Main road

Therefore, the food court is proposed so that the residents will

have a more neighbourhood-friendly place to eat at which is at a

close walking distance from where they stay. This food court

market aim is from the nearby USJ20 residents and the youths

who exercise at the recreational park. After a tiring game of

basketball and football, they will surely want a place for them to

relax, chat and refill their energy with food.

Shoplots with restaurants that accommodate

the residential area around it

Site selected

to build food

court for

nearby

residents

SUGGESTION and CONCEPT

I have decided to develop the vacant land into a commercial

area. The main reason I chose to develop the land into a food

court is because the land is located within a residential area with

high population. The aim of the construction project is to give the

residents with more choices and variety of food. It will be a

common place for the residents to gather and chat while having a

delicious meal.

The food court that I propose will sell a variety of food which

are healthy, suit to the taste buds of the local residents and

affordable. As the food court will be built in an area of average

income residents, staying in small terrace houses, the food will be

sold at an economical and affordable price. Furthermore, the food

court will be open-aired so that it will have good ventilation.

Customers can also enjoy their meal under the sky.

BENEFITS OF THE PROJECT

The food court will be convenient for the residents to get food anytime

of the day and arrive there just by walking.

It will be a lively place for the community to interact and improve their

relationship.

Besides that, the teenagers and people exercising at the recreational

park opposite the site can just walk towards the food court after

exercising to relax.

It will often be visited by youngsters at night where they can sit

outside to “yumcha”, chat over a cup of tea and watch football

matches on the wide screen projector.

The food court also provides a wide variety of choices of food at a low

cost to comply with the local residents’ needs.

It will also provide a business opportunity for people to sell their food.

IMPACTS

The food court is located beside the road so air and sound pollution

will be caused by the cars.

There will probably be increased in traffic so the area might be

congested.

Customers may leave leftover food on the ground inviting some stray

cats and dogs to come near the food court to get food whether on the

ground or to dig from the rubbish area.

The bustling activity from the food court may create some noise that

might cause discomfort to the nearby community.

CONCEPTUAL PLAN

Circulation of vehicles

SKETCH PLAN OF PROPOSAL

Entry

Exit

Car Park

Toilets

Tables and Chairs

Outdoor wash

basin

Fences/ Railing

Big Screen projector

Outdoor sitting

table and chair

with umbrella

Food Stalls

IMAGES

The proposed food court’s entrance and exits will not be sealed and is

open aired to allow proper air-ventilation for the customers to enjoy their

food. The food stalls will be a standard design to keep the maintenance

fees low but food stall owners may choose to design them personally to

attract customers.

The food court will be fenced up so that customers will not be dangered by

the passing cars on the road.

As it is an open-aired concept, using industrial mist fans may be a good

option to keep the temperature in the food court cool and fresh, because

air-conditioners will pollute the environment and costs a lot for the

maintenance fees.

Outside the food court there will be parking spaces provided for customers

to stop by and eat. These are examples of parking spaces that will be

created for the convenience of the potential customers.

For the outdoor sitting area, customers are still shaded from the hot sun

and the drizzling rain.

Besides that, several trees will be planted around so that it is pleasing to

the eye and it helps filter the noise and air.

There will be a screen projector provided at the outside sitting area for

people to watch shows while enjoying their meal. It will be a potential great

place for youths in the nearby residential area to hang out during the

football and badminton season.

AUTHORITY PROCEDURES TO PROPOSE

COMMERCIAL AREA

1. Submit and receive development approval through One Stop Centre

(OSC). OSC will refer to the submissions to the Planning Department,

Fire Department, Building Department, Sewage Agency and Water

Agency.

2. Submit pre-construction notifications to One Stop Centre. OSC will

pass on notifications to relevant agencies.

3. Ask for final utilities inspection through OSC.

4. Collect road and drainage inspection.

5. Receive water final inspection from water authority, SYABAS.

6. Get sewage clearance letter and sewage connection.

7. Submit water test and commissioning (T&C) report.

8. Receive water clearance letter and water connection.

9. Obtain fire safety inspection from Fire & Rescue Department.

10. Get fire safety clearance letter from Fire& Rescue Department.

PROFESSIONS INVOLVED IN THE PROJECT

1. Owner/Developer.

The owner and developer is in charge of the whole enchilada. They

hire everyone, and are responsible for securing financing, leasing,

and payment. In addition, the master developer will be in charge of

running the weekly development meetings as construction

commences. A property developer, also known as a real estate

developer, has a wide scope of roles which can be divided into

phases.

First, this professional is expected to do research and determine the

best idea that can bring in money in their area of specialization.

They then identify a particular site where they wish to build and

proceed with the feasibility study.

A pro forma, outlining the project, is then outlined by the developer.

Sometimes, this pro forma is known as the back of the envelope

because it is a draft on a paper.

After acquiring the property, the property developer begins their

formal designs and the pro forma is written in details. The pro forma

is bound to change in the course of the project.

Various entitlements, permissions and permits are acquired before

commencement of the construction; these may require visits to

municipal offices and town hall.

When the construction begins, the developer is expected to generally

oversee the project and hire subcontractors and contractors.

2. General Contractor (GC).

The GC is in charge of building the project. A GC may have as many

as 25 or 30 sub-contractors working for him on the project. The GC is

to work with the developer and architects and engineers to build the

project as designed, on time, and for the price promised in their

contract. A general contractor is responsible for providing all of the

material, labor, equipment (such as engineering vehicles and tools)

and services necessary for the construction of the project. The

general contractor hires specialized subcontractors to perform all or

portions of the construction work.

Responsibilities may include applying for building permits, securing

the property, providing temporary utilities on site, managing

personnel on site, providing site surveying and engineering, disposing

or recycling of construction waste, monitoring schedules and cash

flows, and maintaining accurate records

3. Master Architect.

The architect can be the key to a successful development project.

The architect designs the building and is in charge of looking over the

contractor's shoulder to make sure that his design is built accurately.

The architect will be involved on a daily basis to provide clarifications

and answers to questions from the GC and sub-contractors.

4. Electrical Engineer.

The electrical engineer will design all electrical systems and

components for the building and ensure that his design is

implemented successfully and connected successfully to local utilities.

He or she will be responsible for the electrical outlets and lightings

provided for the food court.

5. Civil Engineer.

The civil engineer deals with site issues and ensures that the building

is situated on the site where it should be, and that the grading of the

site is as drawn in his plans. The civil engineer also manages storm

drainage from the property.

6. Structural Engineer.

The structural engineer's role is usually towards the beginning of the

project. They ensure that the project designed by the architect is

done so that it can support the load the building requires. For office

towers this includes very specific design for the steel and/or concrete

structure of the building.

CONCLUSION

The food court proposed is a convenient place for the community to

buy good food at a reasonable price at a walking distance from their homes.

It is also a comfortable and relaxing place for them to chat and get together.

In conclusion, for any project proposed at any particular site, the

project will bring both benefits and negative impacts to the surrounding

community who are the end users. In order to reduce these negative

impacts, proper planning and monitoring should be carried out. Only then

the project will be a successful one that benefits the nearby residents and

potential customers.