{"id":19,"date":"2009-09-29T21:14:57","date_gmt":"2009-09-30T02:14:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/boston.local\/?page_id=19"},"modified":"2023-04-20T12:54:49","modified_gmt":"2023-04-20T16:54:49","slug":"buildings","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/what-we-do\/buildings\/","title":{"rendered":"Buildings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The wide array of buildings at Boston University is constantly being maintained, repaired, preserved, and improved by Campus Planning &amp; Operations.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Building Maintenance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Charles River Campus is divided into 15 areas, each of which is assigned an\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/custodial-operations\/area-managers\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">area manager<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f to ensure close oversight of operations and maintenance. Area managers are key points of contact for faculty and staff seeking routine services and event support. We inspect buildings annually to identify necessary improvements and respond daily to routine and emergency requests for repairs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Renovations and New Construction<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To inquire about renovations or new building projects:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Administrative departments<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fshould contact <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/planning-design\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Planning, Design &amp; Construction<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> at 617-353-2895.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Academic departments<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fshould visit the Provost\u2019s\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/provost\/ao\/facilities\/space\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Academic Space Planning<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u202fpage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\">\n<h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Residence Halls<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Campus Planning &amp; Operations works closely with\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/housing\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">BU Housing,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/reslife\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Residence Life<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dining\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dining Services<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto provide residents with a safe, clean, comfortable, and functional living space on campus.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cleaning and Maintenance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For cleaning and maintenance help, please contact your residence assistant. If you cannot reach them, contact your <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/reslife\/about-us\/directory\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">residence hall director<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">CPO custodians<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fare responsible for cleaning public areas outside of student rooms, suites, or apartments on weekdays. They are not responsible for cleaning student rooms and apartments, or bathrooms and common areas located within student those spaces. Residents are responsible for removing trash and recycling from within their rooms to a designated central location.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our expert\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">trade<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fand\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/trades\/maintenance-shop\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">maintenance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fworkers respond to routine and emergency requests for repairs, and perform upgrades identified during annual inspections.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\">\n<h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Classrooms<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Campus Planning &amp; Operations diligently maintains classrooms and classroom buildings to provide the best possible learning environment for students. Our\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/planning-design\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Planning, Design &amp; Construction<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fteam works closely with the\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/provost\/ao\/facilities\/space\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Office of the Provost<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">,\u202f\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/reg\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Office of the Registrar<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f, and\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Information Services &amp; Technology<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto best meet instructional needs. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><strong>Cleaning and Maintenance\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><span>CPO custodians<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fare responsible for the daily cleaning of classrooms on campus. Throughout the year, they strip and wax every classroom and hallway, shampoo the carpets, wash the walls, and change light bulbs. Our expert\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">trades<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fand\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">maintenance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fworkers respond to routine and emergency requests for repairs and perform upgrades and improvements identified during annual inspections. To request services, visit our services page.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\">\n<h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Offices<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Campus Planning &amp; Operations maintains all administrative offices on the BU Campuses to ensure a clean, safe, and productive working environment. We manage recycling and document shredding services as well as trash removal and perform routine and emergency repairs. We support you with set-up for small events, small furniture moves, installation of whiteboards, and more. We\u2019re also your first stop if you\u2019re thinking of renovations or major changes to furniture and office design.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><strong>Cleaning and Maintenance\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/custodial-operations\/area-managers\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Area<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Manager<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f is your first point of contact for all cleaning and maintenance services, as well as any renovations or improvements.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">CPO custodians<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fclean offices and common areas including bathrooms, kitchens, and hallways.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:405}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">major reorganizations or renovations<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fto office space: Contact\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/planning-design\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Planning, Design &amp; Construction<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fat 617-353-2895. In an\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">emergency,\u202f<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">call the\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Operations &amp; Service Center<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fat 617-353-2105.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"2\"><strong>Recycling\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134225954&quot;:true,&quot;134225961&quot;:false,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Request additional bins, expand your recycling program, or questions on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/sustainability\/how-to\/recycle\/\">BU Sustainability website<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134225954&quot;:true,&quot;134225961&quot;:false,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Recycle lamps, ballasts, batteries, computers, appliances, or furniture:\u202fContact your\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/who-we-are\/operations-services\/custodial-operations\/area-managers\/\">Area Manager<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;134225954&quot;:true,&quot;134225961&quot;:false,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Recycle hazardous material such as biological, chemical, or radioactive waste:\u202fContact\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ehs\/contact-us\/\">Environmental Health &amp; Safety<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\">\n<h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Rental Property<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are a rental tenant of residential or commercial space at on the Charles River Campus and require maintenance services, please see\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/request-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Request Services<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Also see the\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/realestate\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Real Estate<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fwebsite for more information.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\">\n<h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Accessibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Boston University is committed to providing equal and integrated access for individuals with disabilities to all the academic, social, cultural, and recreational programs we offer. In keeping with our commitment, the University has created this\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.bu.edu\/?id=647#!ce\/33295?ct\/0,37028,29689,29687,34829,37029,29690,29688,33975,34878,33976?mc\/42.35164835712121,-71.09480807927633?z\/14?lvl\/0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">accessibility map.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fThis map provides the most accurate description of accessibility features available.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">For more information about campus accessibility, please visit\u202f<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/disability\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Disability Services<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\">\n<h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><strong>Building Permits and Documentation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW232515523 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW232515523 BCX0\">Campus Planning &amp; Operations maintains building permits, certificates, and inspection documentation for Boston University properties. The documents are maintained in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. Examples of the documents on file include assembly permits, dormitory inspections, elevator certificates, fire alarm inspections, and sprinkler inspections. If you have any questions, please contact\u202f<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW232515523 BCX0\" href=\"mailto:jjmalone@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"FieldRange SCXW232515523 BCX0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Highlight Underlined SCXW232515523 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW232515523 BCX0\">Jim Malone<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW232515523 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW232515523 BCX0\">\u202for call 617-358-0232.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW232515523 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The wide array of buildings at Boston University is constantly being maintained, repaired, preserved, and improved by Campus Planning &amp; [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1963,"featured_media":0,"parent":6735,"menu_order":2,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1963"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25079,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19\/revisions\/25079"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6735"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cpo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}