In the case where existing facilities are to be altered and renovated, does the current status of the space need to be described?
Yes. A description of the current conditions of the space to be improved is needed, as well as the age of the existing space, deficiencies in the current space and the current number of users. The applicant should also include descriptions of how the requested improvements will correct these deficiencies and problems and the modifications to the existing facility that will accommodate the proposed functions and the requested equipment. An explanation of how the proposed improvements will expand, improve or maintain existing research and research support activities and the future scientific needs that would be accommodated as part of the improvement request also should be included in the narrative.
