Schirmer Engineering's building code consulting group has over six decades of experience in helping clients around the world meet their architectural and operational goals. Our staff is particularly adept at developing innovative solutions to resolve conflicts where multiple building codes and standards apply or where building codes, laws or ordinances conflict with design concepts or objectives.
Whether a mixed-use facility needs open access between its areas to provide functionality, a hospital requires a written "Statement of Conditions" review for the Joint Commission Assessments or a renovation project requires ADA accessibility compliance, we can provide consultation services that are client-oriented, timely and cost-effective.
Our success stems from our highly-skilled staff of engineers, designers and safety professionals, who work closely with code enforcing authorities to develop relationships of mutual trust and respect. These professional relationships greatly enhance cooperation and the resolution of important matters regarding occupant safety, accessibility and property protection.
Schirmer Engineering is also continually involved in the development of model codes and standards, including those for the International Code Council (ICC), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
In addition, our team is extremely knowledgeable in the application of federal laws and agency regulations, such as those enforced by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Our code consulting services include: