AR 420-1 — Army Facilities Management
AR 420-1 governs policies and responsibilities for the conduct and management of facilities engineering, housing, and environmental support.
- Publication number: AR 420-1
- Title: ARMY FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- Date: 04/15/2026
- Proponent: G-4
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 420-1 on armypubs.army.mil
Related publications
- AR 11-42
- ARMY DIR 2014-02
- ARMY DIR 2014-08
- ARMY DIR 2014-10
- ARMY DIR 2015-22
- ARMY DIR 2018-29
- ARMY DIR 2019-13
- ARMY DIR 2020-03
- ARMY DIR 2020-08 (armypubs)
- PAM 11-42
- PAM 420-1-1
- PAM 420-1-2
- PAM 420-1-3
- PAM 420-11
It covers public works, real property, housing, transportation infrastructure, utilities, energy and water management, and Army installation planning. Its evaluation checklists require documented testing of key management controls at least once every 5 years.
Applies to: This chapter applies to the active Army, the USAR, and ARNG installations, sites, and/or facilities operated and maintained by Federal funds.
Topics covered
- Public works management
- Housing management
- Real property disposal
- Transportation infrastructure and dams
- Utilities and energy management
- Army installation planning
- Facilities engineering materials
- Environmental protection
Questions and answers
What form certifies that a management control evaluation was conducted?
Certification that this evaluation has been conducted must be accomplished on DA Form 112 (Internal Control Evaluation Certification). (paragraph 1-4)
What does AR 420-1 require when management control testing identifies deficiencies?
Answers that indicate deficiencies must be explained and corrective action must be identified in supporting documentation. (paragraph 1-4)
What is the funded cost limit for minor construction?
Minor construction Construction project with a funded cost less than or equal to $750,000 or less than or equal to $1,500,000 to correct health or life safety deficiencies. (paragraph 11-2)
What is a mutual aid agreement for fire and emergency services?
Mutual aid A non-binding, no cost, fire and emergency services agreement signed by the garrison commander and equivalent authority(ies) offering unspecified fire department assistance, if available. (paragraph 11-2)