"Defects to Be Addressed Before Completion" Gangwon Province Introduces Quality Inspections for Apartment Complexes During Framework Construction

Preventing Construction Defects in Advance

Enhancing Resident Satisfaction in Gangwon Province

Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province determined that the existing quality inspections, which were carried out after residents' pre-inspection visits, had limitations in addressing structural defects at the completion stage. As a result, the province has introduced quality inspections during the framework construction phase.

Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province judged that the existing quality inspections, which took place after the occupants' preliminary visits, had limitations in addressing structural defects at the completion stage, and thus introduced quality inspections during the framework construction stage. Provided by Gangwon Province

Accordingly, from February to March, city and county authorities carried out on-site supervision checks for supervisors at 10 apartment complexes undergoing framework construction, with construction progress rates between 20% and 40%. Of these, three complexes (2,754 units) were selected to undergo sample quality inspections.

The recent inspections focused on major defects that are difficult to identify during the pre-occupancy inspection. Experts in various fields, including structural engineering, architectural construction, mechanical systems, and fire safety, as well as the Gangwon Province Regional Building Safety Center, participated in these inspections.

The main items inspected included: ▲ construction conditions such as reinforcement arrangement and concrete cover thickness for key structural components (columns, beams, slabs); ▲ exposed reinforcement and concrete cracks; ▲ occurrence of water leakage in the basement and top floor framework; ▲ construction status of slab penetrations, sleeves, and plumbing; ▲ safety management practices (such as work platforms and fall prevention facilities); and ▲ provision of temporary fire safety facilities.

The inspection results revealed numerous defects that are difficult to address after completion, including concrete cracks and leaks, insufficient concrete cover over reinforcement, poor filling, and inadequate safety management. These issues are scheduled to be rectified within this month.

Kim Soonha, Director of Architecture at Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, stated, "By conducting inspections both prior to the occupancy inspection and during the framework construction phase, we aim to further enhance the overall quality of construction. We will continue to closely manage the process to ensure the supply of apartment complexes where residents can live with peace of mind."

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