### Question
How does CONSTRUCTION, RECONSTRUCTION, AND RENOVATION OF ACADEMIC FACILITIES define construction?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1132i*, **construction** is defined as:

> (i) erection of new or expansion of existing structures, and the acquisition and installation of initial equipment therefor

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1132i*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 27-NATIONAL VOCATIONAL STUDENT LOAN INSURANCE > SUBCHAPTER VII-CONSTRUCTION, RECONSTRUCTION, AND RENOVATION OF ACADEMIC FACILITIES > Part E-General**

