Abstract
Compiling a precise and complete definition for small building works is far from straightforward. In the same way that the nature and characteristics of small building works are analogous, in part, with other building works but may also be considerably diverse, so too are the various perceptions and interpretations of small building works. General perception within the building industry recognises small works as new works, alterations, modifications, improvements and aspects of maintenance work of a ‘general building nature’ up to a cost value of approximately £70 000 (at 1989 prices). Confusion however, often surrounds what kind of activity constitutes a small building work. If a small work is by definition small, then what does ‘small’ actually represent, is it value, size, characteristics or technical complexity? To provide some measure of understanding it is essential to identify and differentiate between the various types of building activity that broadly constitutes small building works.
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Griffith, A. (1992). The Nature of Small Building Works. In: Small Building Works Management. Macmillan Building and Surveying Series. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-22584-2_2
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