Granny Flat Functional Program				22-Jan-02
									teenagers	elders	students	others
1	Who will live there?
	Are they related persons
2	What are their needs?
3	What types of spaces will they require?
4	How much space will they need?
5	What spaces need to be located next to each other?
	How many bedrooms?
	How many w/c's?
	Level access important?
	Oversize windows?
	Handhold for toilets?
	Handhold for bathtub?
	Oversize corridors?
	Overwidth doorways?
6	What type of utilities will be used?
7	What are the special requirements for each room?
8	What types of materials and surfaces are used?
9	What materials should be low cost and replaceable?
10	What types of appliances are needed?
11	What materials should be robust and enduring?
12	What is the local climate like?
13	Where will it be located?
14	How will it be built?
15	What are the projects added benefits and features (ie cathedral ceiling...)?
16	How long will it take to build?
17	What is the building sequence?
18	Will the layout of the building be required to be altered or renovated at any point?
19	How long will the occupant live there?
20	How will the design effect taxes, services and zoning?
21	Does the design “fit” with the vernacular in with the community?
22	Are there alternate solutions to the plan?
23	How much should it cost?
24	What return is expected?
25	How can the designs be altered to minimize initial costs?
26	How could the design be altered to minimize ongoing costs?
	Does the building meet minimum size requirements?
	Does the building meet zoning requirements?
	Is the building to be built in a backyard or on its own lot?
	Is a garage required?
	Can the building accommodate shared occupancy?
	Where does the Washer/dryer go?
	Is there a pantry in the kitchen?
	Have we used the space under the stairs?
	Is there room for off season storage?
	Where do people put overcoats and boots?
	Is there a linen closet?
	Is there a second exit from the basement?
	Does the basement space meet the building code requirement for livable space?
	Are rents high enough to justify costs?
	Does the design add value to the lot and the neighborhood?
	Area Calculation
	Main Floor		width	length	area
	MBR		12	14	168	sf
	Kitchen		12	8	96	sf
	W/C		12	8	96	sf
	DR/LR		10	24	240	sf
	sub-total				600	sf
	Lower Level
	FR		10	22	220	sf
	BR/Off		12	13	156	sf
	W/C		12	7	84	sf
	Hallway		12	3	36	sf
	sub-total				496	sf
	Grand Total (finished space)				1096	sf
	Utility/Storage		12	6	72	sf
	Porch		10	6	60	sf
	Deck		10	14	140	sf
	Garage/Storage/Stairwell		13	20	260	sf