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2.4.1.3 As a general rule, the training center building, due to its high
usage and the desire to provide high community visual presence, will
be located on the most visible side of the site. The POV parking
area is best located behind or adjacent to the training center
building. The OMS/AMSA is an individual structure located away
from the training center building to minimize noise and disruption.
Most Tenants prefer that the administrative portions of any OMS/
AMSA building be nearest the training center.
2.4.1.4 The general direction above tends to divide the site into two
zones: an administrative zone for the training center and the POV,
and a more utilitarian zone for the OMS and MEP. If possible,
without duplication of roadways, a site design should be developed
to minimize vehicle circulation interference between traffic for the
two zones.
2.4.1.5 Site access must be direct, safe and efficient to minimize the
environmental impact of military vehicle traffic. The design should
minimize access points but provide adequate acceleration and
deceleration lanes at the primary entrance(s). Standard traffic
planning practices will be adhered to. To the extent practical, keep
POV and military traffic separated. Avoid, if possible, restrictions
for site entrance and exit, such as "right-in, right-out" access only.
2.4.1.6 The schematic design concepts for both the site and the
buildings should be based on a simple, logical idea which satisfies
the requirements of the program, site, Tenant functions and long life
maintenance. Each project is individual and requires a concentrated
effort to develop the appropriate solution.
2.4.1.7 The building and main facility entrance should be apparent
to passing traffic while meeting Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/
FP) requirements, to ensure community visibility and ease of access.
Visitor parking and the main entry to be used by building visitors
should also be readily identifiable.
2.4.1.8 AMSA and/or ECS sites, when not collocated with a
training center or OMS, should be arranged for functionality and
vehicle access with consideration for future expansion.
2.4.1.9 When practical, orient the longest sides of buildings along
an east-west axis. This orientation will generally result in most
windows facing north and south to minimize solar heat gain. At
extreme latitudes, energy savings may be better with different
building orientations.
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