Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) is responsible for the facilitation and management of land use planning and permitting, and for the development of the University's built assets from initial design to construction administration and project management through occupancy.
Mission
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The purpose of Planning, Design and Construction is to enhance the University's facilities by creating special places for ¶¶Òõ̽̽ community to live, learn, work and play, through the renovation and the creation of contemporary, well-designed and -constructed spaces, as well as the restoration of historic buildings.
We promote collaborative processes to ensure diverse perspectives are considered in all of our planning efforts to ultimately meet the needs and be in the best interests of the University.
What We Do
Project Management and Administration
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- Conduct Feasibility studies.
- Labor and material cost estimates.
- Coordinate Professional Design Services and Cost Estimates.
- Construction administration services.
- Obtain necessary Local and State Permits
- Liaison to outside contractors, consultants and building officials.
Campus Planning
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- Create and implement the long-term Campus Plan, which outlines the vision for land use, building placement, open spaces, transportation, and infrastructure needs to align with the institution's strategic goals.
- Conduct research, develop recommendations, and provide next steps for land use studies and projects on topics such as land acquisition/disposition, landscape design, and historic preservation.
- Develop and maintain Facilities Design Standards.
Land Use Regulatory Process
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- Assessment and advocacy with local, state, regional, and national regulatory agencies supporting zoning and land use permitting, ordinance revisions, and ensuring ongoing compliance.
- Represent the University in all matters related to stormwater management and regulatory compliances. Learn more about ¶¶Òõ̽̽ Watersheds and Stormwater Treatment Plan.
Space Management and Land Records
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- Development and implementation of policies and guidelines to maximize the use of existing facilities, future uses and needs of new facilities.
- Management of the campus space inventory and associated database and AutoCAD building diagrams used within the campus Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS).
- Maintain deeds, permit records and as-built building plans for the University
- Management of the land inventory, including mapping
City Institutional Relations
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- Serve as University liasons and representatives regarding all land use and regulatory functions with city and state officials, community leaders, and neighbors from the surrounding community.
Campus Signage
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PD&C is responsible for the design and placement of all campus signage including:
- way-finding
- exterior signage
- interior directory signage
- room numbering signage
Email the PD&C department for more information about signs.
Staff Contacts
General Contact Information
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Phone: 802-656-3291
Email: arch@uvm.edu
Address:
31 Spear Street
Marsh Hall, Suite 10
Burlington, VT 05405
Staff List
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| Name | Title | Phone | |
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| David Blatchly | Director of Planning, Design and Construction | David.Blatchly@uvm.edu | 802-656-7000 |
| Lisa Kingsbury | Associate Director for Planning | Lisa.Kingsbury@uvm.edu | 802-656-1059 |
| Bruce Barr | Construction Field Coordinator | Bruce.Barr@uvm.edu | 802-656-2114 |
| Ken Bean | University Architect | Kenneth.bean@uvm.edu | 802-656-8753 |
| Jill Bennett | Administrative/Contract Specialist | Jill.Bennett@uvm.edu | 802-656-0944 |
| Joanna Birbeck | Campus Space Manager | Joanna.Birbeck@uvm.edu | 802-656-1449 |
| Kate Coffey | Construction Project Coordinator/Architect | Katharine.Coffey@uvm.edu | 802-656-9777 |
| Claire Forbes | Associate Planner | Claire.Forbes@uvm.edu | |
| Adam Frazier | Deferred Maintenance Project Coordinator | Adam.Frazier@uvm.edu | 802-656-0785 |
| Scott Goodwin | Deferred Maintenance Project Coordinator | Scott.Goodwin@uvm.edu | 802-922-6336 |
| Lisa McNaney | Office Manager | Lisa.McNaney@uvm.edu | 802-656-8660 |
| Darina Mernicky | Architectural Designer | Darina.Mernicky@uvm.edu | |
| Lani Ravin | Associate Planner | Lani.Ravin@uvm.edu | 802-656-3217 |
| Michael Richards | Space Planning/Mapping Specialist | Michael.A.Richards@uvm.edu | 802-656-9204 |
| Cristine Rowley | Interiors Specialist | Cristine.Rowley@uvm.edu | 802-656-8239 |