Abdelrazik, H and Marzouk, M (2021) Investigating parameters affecting maintenance of heritage buildings in Egypt. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 39(5), pp. 734-755. ISSN 23984708
Abstract
Purpose: Maintenance of heritage buildings in Egypt is essential for extending their life and preserving them in a good condition for current use and future generations. The purpose of this paper aims to study the significant parameters to be taken into consideration in the decision-making process for maintenance of heritage buildings. Design/methodology/approach: This research identifies and analyzes the parameters affecting maintenance decision-making process using relative importance index method. Sixty-three parameters were collected from the literature and were categorized into six groups. The feedback of 15 experts who represent owners' representatives and consultants in the field of maintenance and preservation of heritage buildings was obtained through a questionnaire survey and analyses were conducted on the results. Findings: According to the highest values of the relative importance index method, the top 10 influencing parameters are determined. A comparison between feedback of the two groups of experts is conducted. Statistical analysis is carried out to test the parameters, revealing a strong correlation between structural and geotechnical groups of parameters. Originality/value: Parameters affecting decision-making for maintenance of heritage buildings were identified, influencing parameters can be used to compare between heritage buildings in greater need of maintenance than others.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | buildings maintenance; heritage buildings; questionnaire survey; statistical analysis |
| Index terms: | Egypt, statistical analysis, owner, decision-making process, heritage building, questionnaire, methodology, decision-making, survey, relative importance index |
| Subjects: | sociology, decision analysis, Geography, research methods, data science, risk assessment, construction type, data collection methods |
| Topics: | Construction Technology, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Geographical Context, Research Practice |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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