While it is recognized that the assignment and utilization of space (e.g., office, classroom, laboratory, storage, performance, lounge) falls within the responsibility of the administration of the college, it is also recognized that the key stakeholders at the college should be consulted and have input into the decision on space utilization. No department, unit, or division “owns” space. However, space is a college resource and the assignment and utilization of space, as determined by the administration, is based on programmatic need and on what is in the best interests of the college, particularly as it pertains to the academic mission, research, service and outreach priorities established by the college.
Space Planning and Management Process
Key to the college’s space planning and management process is the creation and maintenance of an accurate space inventory, audit/surveys, utilization/need assessment and departmental space assignments database. The number, type, and condition of college spaces help inform Facilities and Campus Services planning and prioritization for the allocation of college resources.
Requests for College Space
Space will be assigned, reassigned, and reconfigured based on short and long-term plans of the college, objective criteria, justifiable needs, and an established process. Evaluation criteria include, but are not limited to:
- Established area and space use standards.
- Needs assessment.
- College priorities
- Flexibility
- Changing needs in the curricula
- Alternative solutions
- Shared use
- Need for consolidation of resources.
For Space Management Requests
Download and complete the Space Management Request Form and attach any additional information as necessary. If you have any questions, require assistance, or need clarification, please contact Facilities and Campus Services.
Submission and Approval Process
Step 1: Review and approval by Chair or Department Leadership
Step 2: Review and approval by the area Vice President
Step 3: Submit the completed and signed form along with any additional supporting documentation to:
Brian Faber, Director of Planning and Project Management
Email: Brian Faber
Phone: 909-607-5086
Step 4: Facilities and Campus Services reviews and prepares an evaluation for Executive Staff
Step 5: Requestor Review
Step 6: Review and recommendations of the Executive Staff