Lesson 2 of 3•AI for Design Briefs & Client Requirements0 of 3 complete (0%)
Specification Writing & Code Compliance
10 min
What you will learn
- Use AI to draft specification sections with proper CSI format and language
- Create code compliance narratives for permit applications
- Build product selection comparison documents for client decision-making
- Develop quality control checklists for specification coordination
# Specification Writing & Code Compliance
Specifications translate design intent into construction instructions. AI accelerates the writing; your expertise ensures the accuracy.
Specification Section Drafting
Draft a specification section following CSI MasterFormat:
Section: 09 65 00 — Resilient Flooring
Project type: Medical office tenant improvement
Performance requirements:
- Commercial grade, healthcare-suitable
- Minimum 20-year warranty
- Anti-microbial surface treatment
- Chemical resistance (medical-grade cleaning agents)
- Slip resistance: minimum 0.6 wet DCOF
- Sound absorption: minimum IIC 50
Section structure:
PART 1 — GENERAL
1.01 Summary (scope, related sections)
1.02 References (ASTM standards, ADA, manufacturer requirements)
1.03 Submittals (product data, samples, test reports, warranty)
1.04 Quality Assurance (installer qualifications, mockup requirements)
1.05 Delivery, Storage, and Handling
1.06 Warranty
PART 2 — PRODUCTS
2.01 Manufacturers (approved list: 3 minimum, or equal clause)
2.02 Materials (LVT, sheet vinyl, rubber — specify performance criteria)
2.03 Accessories (adhesive, transition strips, base, welding rod)Unlock this lesson
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What you'll learn:
- Use AI to draft specification sections with proper CSI format and language
- Create code compliance narratives for permit applications
- Build product selection comparison documents for client decision-making