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Owner is interested in having a 85'x45' building (auto repair and office bldg), either a masonry block or stucco building. I am new in the commercial building design. I would appreciate if someone can help me by providing the following info.  Highly appreciate your feedback.  Thanks..

(1)  Whichone would be cheaper.  Any source information for a step by step (itemized) cost-estimate for such project
(2) What kind of roofing can be used for such a long width and where can I get more help on this.
(3) any source info for different materials that might be procurred.  I am in southern california.  

RE: Commercial Building

I'm stepping out of my expertise area here, but in So Cal, wouldn't a masonry building be vulnerable to seismic loads?

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RE: Commercial Building


Contact a local engineer or design build firm familiar with the type of buildings and the local costs.



Rick Kitson MBA P.Eng

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From conception to completion
www.kitsonengineering.com

RE: Commercial Building

I'm sure the reinforced masonry building would cost more. A cost estimator would be able to figure it out for you pretty easily.

Is this mixed occupancy (H-4 and B) building going to be 1 or 2 stories?

My advice is you get an architect who has experience in this type of construction involved. I recommend this because when it goes through building and sfety plan check, in addition to reviewing structure for conformance with structural engineering requirements, plan checkers will also be evaluating fire and life safety requirements which amongst other things entail evaluation for conformance with: occupancy requirements, type of construction requirements, exiting requirements etc

RE: Commercial Building

seismic loads will affect any building and there are seismic requirements that must be met regardless of the type of construction. These can be met with block or framed buildings.

I assume by stucco, you mean convential framing with sheathing and stucco over the top.  Most likely, you would use steel framing, not wood for a commercial building.  With the block construction, you will need significant steel reinforcement.  I think block will be more expensive also.

RE: Commercial Building

Don't know if I would want to be in the office side of the bldg. when they are painting cars. Or using a torch on the gas tank supports. Unless the office is for the auto repair shop, I'd look for another kind of shared space.

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