University Design Standards

Rutgers University's Design Standards Manual was prepared for architectural and engineering consultants, contractors, and university staff involved in design, new construction, and renovation of university facilities, systems, and properties.

The Design Standards Manual  provides both general guidelines and specific requirements for design and specification of materials, systems, and components of facilities. Prior to construction, all designs for repair, renovation, alteration, and new construction are reviewed by the Office of Planning and Development and reviewed and signed by the University Architect.

Both state and university agencies are responsible for review and approval of various elements of planning for all university projects. The office of Architecture and Design must review and approve all modifications to university buildings.

Design Standards Manual

• Preface

Part I

• General Administrative Procedures 

Part II

• Bidding Documents

Part III - TOC - Technical Requirements of Materials & Methods of Construction

• Division 1 - General Requirements
• Division 2 - Existing Conditions
• Division 3 - Concrete
• Division 4 - Masonry
• Division 5 - Metals
• Division 6 - Wood and Plastics
• Division 7 - Thermal and Moisture Protection
• Division 8 - Openings
• Division 9 - Finishes
• Division 10 - Specialties
• Division 11 - Equipment
• Division 12 - Furnishings
• Division 13 - Special Construction
• Division 14 - Conveying Systems
• Division 22 - Plumbing
• Division 23 - Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning
• Division 26 - Electrical
• Division 27 - Communications
• Division 31 - Earthwork
• Division 32 - Exterior Improvements
• Division 33 - Utilities

Part IV - Design Details

• SK-1: Standard Construction Sign
        1. PDF Drawing
• SK-2: Concrete Curb, Granite Block Curb
• SK-3A: Bicycle Rack Pad, (DISCONTINUED - new spec pending)
• SK-3B: Installation Guide (DISCONTINUED - new spec pending)
• SK-4: Single Stem Deciduous Tree 1-1/2" to 2-1/2" Caliper
• SK-5: Conifer Planting Detail
• SK-6: Multi-Stemmed Deciduous Tree Planting Detail
• SK-7: Shrub Planting Detail
• SK-8: Building Edge Detail
• SK-9: Ground Cover Spacing Detail
• SK-11A: Standard Ext. Lighting 12" Fixture Foundation
• SK-11B: Standard Ext. Lighting 25" Fixture Foundation
• SK-12: Vehicle traffic Area Light Pole Footing
• SK-13: Concrete Pad for Multiple Dumpsters
• SK-14: Fire Safety Plan
• SK-15: Cover Sheet--REMOVED, superseded by CAD Standards
• SK-16: Elevator Wall Casing
• SK-17: Conduit Feeds From Telco Underground
• SK-18: Conduit Feed From Pole
• SK-19: Typical Manhole (Electrical)
• SK-20: Manhole Frames, Covers, Ladders
• SK-21: Racking Detail
• SK-22: Riser Entrance and Pullbox Size
• SK-23: Splayed Duct Entrance Manhole
• SK-24: Rutgers Standard Title Block - REMOVED, superseded by CAD Standards
• SK-26: Concrete Sidewalk Scoring Plan
• SK-27: Concrete Sidewalk Detail, Joining Detail
• SK-28: Roof Components Chart
• SK-29: Standard Removable Bollard   
          1. Updated PDF Drawing
          2. Updated CAD Drawing
• SK-30: Tree Protection Detail
• SK-31: Accessible Curb Concrete
• SK-32: Accessible Concrete Curb Abutting Granite Block
• SK-33: Brick Pavement on Rigid Base
• SK-34: Stone Dust Pavement
• SK-35: Bluestone Pavement
• SK-36: Stabilized lawn Pavement
• SK-37: Type A: Medium to Light Duty Asphalt Pavement
• SK-38: Type B: Medium to Heavy Duty Asphalt Pavement 
• SK-39: Type C: Medium to Heavy Duty Asphalt Pavement
• SK-40: Electrical Conduit Building Penetration
• SK-41: Communications/Service Duct Bank Compaction and Tracer Wire Installation
• SK-42: HTHW Compaction and Tracer Wire Installation
• SK-43: Marker Ball Installation
• SK-44: Storm/Sanitary Sewer Compaction and Tracer Wire Installation
• SK-45: Tracer Wire Test Station
• SK-46: Water Line Installation
• SK-47: Storm Drain Etching Requirements
• SK-48:  Standpipe Check Drain Assembly Water Pit Detail
• SK 40-48: Utility Details CAD Files

Part V - Sample Specifications

• Sample 01028 - Schedule of Values
• Sample 01400 - Quality Control
• Sample 02071 - ACRM Removal
• Sample 02072 - ACRM Flashing Removal
• Sample 07220 - Roofing Insulation
• Sample Asbestos Affidavit
• Sample Fire Safety
• University Wayfinding and Signage Manual
• Affirmative Action Form
• Design Standards Receipt and Variation Request Form