Ehitusprojekt

Ehitusprojekt, in Estonian construction terminology, refers to the construction project or the project documentation prepared for a planned building or reconstruction work. It is a comprehensive package created by a licensed design organization and serves as the basis for obtaining a building permit and for carrying out the construction work. The ehitusprojekt aims to show how the project complies with applicable laws, safety requirements, energy performance, accessibility, and environmental considerations.

A typical ehitusprojekt includes several design disciplines and documents. Core components are architectural design, structural design, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems design. It also contains fire safety concepts, energy performance solutions, and accessibility measures, as well as technical specifications, material choices, construction details, site plans, and coordination among the different systems. The document set provides a clear, coordinated plan for construction, cost estimation, and quality control.

Preparation and use of the ehitusprojekt follow regulatory processes. It is prepared by a design office or other licensed professionals authorized to conduct construction design. The project is submitted to the relevant building authority to obtain a building permit (ehitusluba). After permit, the ehitusprojekt often serves as the basis for more detailed working drawings (tööprojekt) necessary for actual construction, and it remains a reference point for supervision and compliance during works.

Legal framework and professional requirements are governed by the Estonian Building Act and related regulations. The ehitusprojekt helps ensure safety, reliability, and compliance throughout the lifecycle of the building, from planning to operation.