ABSTRACT

This paper raises the principle question whether performance based regulatory statements can be implemented into BIM (building information modeling) based model checking software or not.

Model checking software is quite common among professionals in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction industry (AEC-industry). Most focus is now on clash-detection for assessment of model quality. Compliance checking for verification of legality is much referred, but the numbers of regulations implemented are still limited. Possibilities regarding building approval are announced as the next step for utilizing the potential of BIM. This will enable designers to validate compliance with public building codes in advance of submission of application. The AEC industry has to take into consideration several sets of regulations etc.. Implementation in a BIM-based model checking software could benefit for the industry in terms of faster and more reliable checking of compliance with regulations.