As-built plans can include various types of drawings, such as architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical plans. IT IS A COMMON PRACTICE TO CREATE these plans NEAR THE END OF THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS OR DURING PROJECT CLOSE OUT.
HOWEVER, there are problems in preparing As-Built Plans late. Issues in the accuracy and completeness, lack of details, and difficulty in making verifications are common. These issues can be addressed by requiring a PROGRESSIVE PLAN or PHASED AS-BUILT plan.
This is a method of documenting the construction progress at various stages or milestones. Instead of creating a single as-built plan at the end of the project, a progressive approach involves regularly updating and capturing the changes and additions made during different phases of construction.
To be able to implement regular preparation of Progressive As-Built Plans, ADOPT a “NO PROGRESSIVE AS-BUILT PLAN, NO PROGRESS PAYMENT” policy.
