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Faculty of Mechanical and Civil Engineering in Kraljevo, University of Kragujevac , Kragujevac , Serbia
Public Enterprise for the Construction of Lazarevac , Lazarevac , Serbia
College of Civil Engineering and Geodesy of Applied Studies, Academy of Technical and Art Applied Studies Belgrade, Academy of Technical and Art Applied Studies Belgrade , Belgrade , Serbia
College of Civil Engineering and Geodesy of Applied Studies, Academy of Technical and Art Applied Studies Belgrade, Academy of Technical and Art Applied Studies Belgrade , Belgrade , Serbia
College of Civil Engineering and Geodesy of Applied Studies, Academy of Technical and Art Applied Studies Belgrade, Academy of Technical and Art Applied Studies Belgrade , Belgrade , Serbia
Rural primary schools within the Municipality of Lazarevac represent a significant portion of the public building stock. Most of the buildings are single-storey with load-bearing masonry systems, built in the second half of the 20th century according to the technical regulations of that period, which did not seismic resistance, durability, and energy efficiency. This paper reviews their key structural features, focusing on typical assemblies, materials, and operational deficiencies. The effects of the age, maintenance practices, and utilization level on structural performance are analyzed based on field surveys and condition assessment. The paper aims to identify predominant structural features and vulnerabilities of rural primary schools' masonry buildings, as well as to emphasize the need for a systematic approach to maintenance and rehabilitation within public infrastructure asset management.
masonry structures, structural condition assessment, public infrastructure asset management, rural school buildings
This research was supported by the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia, under the Agreement on Financing the Scientific Research Work of Teaching Staff at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering in Kraljevo, University of Kragujevac - Registration number: 451-03-34/2026-03/200108, dated 5 February 2026. The conducted research is related to the goal Sustainable cities and communities in accordance with the universal strategy of the United Nations (Agenda 2030).
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