Defined meaning of "original construction design"

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AmandaD2 (California)
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Posted:

We are trying to confirm the definition of "original construction design".
We ordered a copy of the orignial Architectural Plans from the City. The floor plan of the 2nd floor condo unit shows that the flooring was carpeting throughout, except for vinyl sheet in the kitchen and utility room.

Are the Architectural Plans the official "condominium plan and original construction design"? The original builder went bankrupt in 1980 and a second builder completed the final construction and sold the condos. We are confused about the term "original construction design" and need clarity from anyone familiar with these terms.

BrianB (California)
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not an expert, but I would say the ultimate "original construction design" would be the as-built plans, which are rarely done for residential homes. These would detail the slight changes made at the site (different utility path due to rocks, different wall spacing because of an owner request, etc.).

Without As-builts, i would say the original plans submitted and approved would be the ones to use. The most recent copies approved would be the best.

DonnaS (Tennessee)
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Amanda,
I would bet money that original construction design has nothing to do with interior decorating items aka carpeting verses tile or wood flooring. The interior items wear and get old and nasty and are expected to be replaced on a regular basis. Construction design is walls, structure, roofs, walkways and common grounds.

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