WHAT is a FacMod

FacMod requests are for changes or modifications to interior and/or exterior areas of your campus/building.

Funding is generally in place prior to submitting these requests to the Facilities Department.

Examples of FacMod projects are:

• Adding electrical outlets
• Change in use of space (storage room to office/classroom)
• Painting of any kind
• New gardens
• Modifications to athletic fields (scoreboard, fencing, irritation)
• Addition of any structures (sheds, batting cages, Conex containers)
• Visit our FAQ for a more extensive list

WHO uses this form

• Teachers
• Principals
• Assistant Principals
• Secretaries
• School PTA
• Athletic Boosters

WHERE to submit

• FacMod submittal form

WHAT is a Space Needs Request

Space Needs Requests are intended to improve the equity of access to program improvements that support quality of instruction space and student learning, as well as traffic and safety concerns.

Examples of Space Needs are:

• Traffic concerns
• Educational/program needs
• Safety
• Crowding issues

WHO should use this form

• Area Superintendents
• Principals (MUST have pre-approval from Area Superintendent prior to submitting)

WHERE to submit

• Space Needs Request submittal form

FacMods

• For major construction projects, you will need to allow at least 6 months for project approval, design and review, bidding, and contract execution before proceeding with your work.
• Requests for summer projects must be submitted on or before January 31st of that year.  Any FacMods submitted after January 31st are not guaranteed completion before the next school year.  

Space Needs Requests

• Principals MUST have pre-approval from Area Superintendent prior to submitting. Approval MUST be submitted with your request.

The purpose of the parent volunteer maintenance program is to provide parent volunteers the opportunity to participate in buildings and grounds improvements at the school(s) of their choice thereby improving school facilities for students and staff and with cost savings to the taxpayers and citizens of Wake County. Projects which meet the requirements of the program must comply with our current guidelines for systems, materials, and amenities.

• Download Guidelines for School Improvement Matching Grants