Protection of Adjacent Buildings Reports

Noven Consulting prepares protection of adjacent buildings (PAB) reports to assess fire exposure from a construction project to neighbouring buildings and facilities. The review considers the site layout, nearby buildings and construction sequence, then documents findings and project-specific recommendations.

The report provides recommendations for construction fire exposure and identifies how those measures relate to the sequence of work.

What the assessment considers

The review starts with available site plans, architectural drawings and information about neighbouring buildings. Relevant considerations can include separation between buildings, construction phasing and the condition of fire protection features during the work. The information required and the assessment boundaries are confirmed for the project.

The report records:

• The information reviewed and the defined assessment scope.
• Relevant assumptions about the site and construction stages.
• Findings concerning the assessed fire exposure.
• Recommended measures and matters requiring further coordination.

Coordination with construction fire safety planning

Relevant recommendations are coordinated with the construction fire safety plan. The owner and construction team are responsible for implementing the agreed measures and managing the site. Changes to the construction sequence or surrounding conditions may need further review.

Vancouver's construction fire safety bulletin discusses assessment of fire exposure to adjacent buildings. The requirement and review process for an individual project must be established for its location and circumstances.

Assessment scope

This service addresses fire exposure. Excavation support, geotechnical assessment and structural movement monitoring require separate appointments. The report records the assessment limits and the measures recommended for the reviewed conditions.

Request an assessment proposal

Send the project address, construction stage and anticipated phasing, site and architectural plans, and available information about adjacent buildings. Include any comments received from the reviewing authority and the current CFSP, if one has been prepared.

Request a PAB report proposal so we can confirm the information and assessment scope needed for your project. For broader building design questions, see building code consulting.