AR 140-483 — Army Reserve Land And Facilities Management

AR 140-483 governs policy and procedures for managing Army Reserve land, facilities, and military construction.

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  • Publication number: AR 140-483
  • Title: ARMY RESERVE LAND AND FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 01/24/2020
  • Proponent: CAR
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 140-483 covers facility life cycle management, project planning and programming, real estate acquisition and disposal, and sustainment, restoration, and modernization. It also addresses environmental evaluation, facility space guidelines, design authorization, project documentation, and property accountability.

Applies to: It applies to activities and projects funded by military construction, Army Reserve (MCAR) and operation and maintenance, Army Reserve (OMAR) appropriations.

Topics covered

  • Army Reserve facilities life cycle
  • Military construction project planning
  • Real estate acquisition and disposal
  • Facility space guidelines
  • Design authorization
  • Sustainment, restoration, and modernization
  • Environmental compliance
  • Real property accountability

Questions and answers

What is the minimum end strength to construct Army Reserve facilities with MCAR funds?

The minimum required Army Reserve end strength to construct Army Reserve facilities with MCAR funds is 55 persons. (paragraph 2)

What is the minimum aggregate end strength for proposed joint construction?

When joint construction is proposed, the minimum required aggregate end strength is 100 persons. (paragraph 2)

When may appendix B space allocation guidelines be exceeded?

Space allocation guidelines in appendix B may be exceeded only when fully justified by mission needs or economical design solutions. (paragraph 2)

Who approves exceptions to the space allocation guidelines?

ARIMD is the approval authority for all exceptions. (paragraph 2)

What are the maximum allowable items in appendix B?

The authorized net area allowances and authorized items of equipment in appendix B are the maximum allowable they are not absolute requirements. (paragraph 2)

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