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CITY OF DUBLIN
AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: AUgust 8, 1994
SUBJECT
EXHIBITS ATTACHED
RECOMMENDATION :
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT
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Heritage Center Renovation
Report By Diane Lowart, Recreation Director
Survey and Recommendations Report
1. Receive presentation from Staff and the
Architect.
2. Approve preliminary design and authorize
Architect to proceed with development of
construction documents incorporating
bid item alternates as necessary.
3. Direct staff to identify those aspects
of the project that can be undertaken by
volunteers, confirm volunteer labor and
report back to the City council at a
future meeting.
4. Direct Staff to pursue an advance from
the City'S 1995-96 allocation of CDBG
funds.
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Available funding for this project totals
$165,862. The sources for these funds are
as follows: Park Dedication Fees ($3,380);
East Bay Regional Park District Measure AA
funds ($138,338); and Community Development
Block Grant funds ($24,144).
AVAILABLE ESTIMATED PROJECTED
FUNDS BUDGE'r SHORTFALL
Design $ 22,395 $ 22,395 $ 0
Improvements
Building $124,537 $183,388 - $218,380 $58,851 - $93,843
Grounds $ 7,300 $ 7,300 $ 0
Inspection $ 7,500 $ 7,500 $ 0
Misc. $ 4,130 $ 4,130 $ 0
TOTAL $165,862 $224,713 - $259,705 $58,851 - $93,843
DESCRIPTION : At the February 28, 1994 meeting of the city
council, the council approved an agreement with Alan R. Dreyfuss, AlA
and H. Ruth Todd, AlA for architectural services for the renovation of
the Heritage Center. Mr. Dreyfuss has extensive preservation and
construction experience and Ms. Todd is an Historic Restoration
Architect specializing in projects which involve exterior
restoration.
The agreement with Dreyfuss and Todd provided for the following scope
of services:
Phase 1 - program Planning and Schematic Design
1. prepare as-built drawings based on site measurements
and photographs.
2. Prepare topographic survey of site.
3. prepare history of construction from available
documentation.
4. Perform structural survey and code analysis.
5. Perform ADA compliance analysis.
6. prepare draft of recommendations, uincluding schematic
drawings of proposed improvements and preliminary cost
estimate based on above data (Survey and
Recommendations Report).
7. Revise recommendations and present to City Parks and
Recreation Commission and city Council.
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Phase 2 - Construction Documents
1. Prepare working drawings and technical specifications
as necessary to secure approvals and define scope of
work.
2. Prepare bid package and assist in selection of
contractor. prepare addenda as necessary.
SURVEY AND RECOMMENDATIONS REPORT
The survey and Recommendations Report that has been prepared by the
architects is attached. The document is divided into the following
sections: I) construction Chronology; II) Building Survey; III)
Building Survey Recommendations; IV) structural Survey and
Recommendations; and V) Preliminary co~t Estimate.
The Construction Chronology outlines the history of both structures
inclUding additions, renovations, relocations, etc. Information for
this section was obtained through interviews with members of the
Dublin Historical Preservation Association, a review of county
Building Permit Files and through document research at the Dublin
Library.
The Building Survey included a thorough analysis of both structures by
the architects, a structural engineer and representatives from the
city's public Works and Building Departments. The results of this
analysis and a discussion of the recommended improvements is detailed
in the report and has been divided into the following areas: A)
Exterior Conditions; B) Mechanical & Electrical Systems; C) Access &
Exiting; and D) Structural Conditions.
PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORK
The proposed scope of work for Old st. Raymond's Church is as follows:
1) repair church exterior; 2) stabilize the bell tower; 3) provide
handicapped access with a minimum of major modifications; and 4)
reverse inappropriate changes that relate to the historical integrity
of the building.
The proposed scope of work for Murray School is more complicated as
the school has undergone numerous additions and alterations as well as
re-locations and changes of use over the life of the structure. The
recommended approach for the school is to restore the exterior of the
building to the period of its last use as a school is 1952. This
would entail the removal of additions constructed after this period,
reconstruction of the original main entry and modifications of other
exterior openings. In addition, the scope of work includes
modifications for handicapped accessibility as well as modifications
for exiting to meet current building code requirements.
An additional option that was considered for the renovation of the
school relates to the reconstruction of the Italianate bell tower that
was originally part of the building. Although this is not possible
under the present budget, it has support in the community and presents
a natural fundraising opportunity at a later date. Preliminary cost
estimates for the reconstruction of the bell tower are included in the
report but this option is not recommended at this time.
PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
The ~reliminary cost estimate for the recommended improvements
conta1ned in the report is as follows:
Old st. Raymond's Church
Improvements
Contingency (20%)
Subtotal
$ 38,663 - $ 52,523
7.733 10.505
$ 46,396 $ 63,028
Murrav Schoolhouse
Improvements
Contingency (20%)
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$114,160 - $129,460
22.832 25.892
$136,992 - $155,352
COMBINED TOTAL
$183,388
$218,380
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The funds presently available for building renovation total $124,537.
Consequently, the preliminary cost estimate for the recommended
improvements exceeds the available budget by approximately $58,851-
$93,843.
POSSIBLE OPTIONS TO ADDRESS THE FUNDING SHORTFALL
Staff has researched the availability of additional grant funding for
the project. In past years, limited grant funding for historic
renovation projects has been available through state and Federal
grants. However, funds are currently not available nor is there much
hope that funds will be available in the future.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds can be used for a
project of this nature but only -for modifications relating to
handicapped access. The preliminary cost estimate for handicapped
improvements is estimated at $50,000. staff is pursuing an advance
from the city's 1995-96 allocation of CDBG funds as one option to
close the funding gap.
Use of volunteers is another option that is under consideration. One
of the recommendations from the Heritage Task Force was to consider
utilizing volunteer labor to accomplish a portion of the renovation.
staff has been in contact with the Federal Correctional Institution at
Camp Parks to determine if any of the work could be undertaken through
the prison work program. A review of the project by prison staff is
underway and a response is anticipated in the near future.
In the event that volunteer labor is utilized, the city Attorney has
recommended that the city identify only those discrete projects which
can be accomplished by volunteers once the contractor has completed
the work and is off the site. She indicates that it is not a good
practice to combine the work of volunteers and paid contractors on
site at the same time. Additionally she has indicated that the work
that is to be done by volunteers should not be included in the
construction documents that will be bid by contractors. consequently,
it will be necessary to identify, in advance, the work the can be
accomplished by volunteers as well as volunteer groups who are
willing, able and committed to take on a portion of the project.
PROPOSED TIMELINE
The timeline for the renovation is as follows:
11-14-94
Design approval by city Council
Authorization to bid by city Council
Award of bid by city council
08-08-94
10-10-94
02-28-95
Construction Begins
Construction Complete
11-28-94
RECOMMENDATION
The Parks and Recreation commission reviewed the survey and
recommendations prepared by the Architects at their July 12, 1994
meeting. The Commission approved the design and recommended that
staff pursue additional funding as well as the use of volunteer labor.
It is, therefore, recommended that the city council take the following
action:
1. Receive presentation from Staff and the Architect.
2. Approve preliminary design and authorize Architect to
proceed with development of construction documents
incorporating bid item alternates as necessary.
3. Direct Staff to identify those aspects of the project that
can be undertaken by volunteers, confirm volunteer labor and
report back to the city council at a future meetings.
4. Direct staff to pursue an advance from the City's 1995-96
allocation of CDBG funds.
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Dublin Heritage Center Renovation.
Survey
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Recommendations
Alan R. Dreyfuss AlA & H. Ruth Todd AlA
ASSOCIATED ARCHITECTS
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I I. Construction Chronology
I St. Raymond's Church
Murray School
Summary of Changes in Exterior Appearance
I Construction Chronology Floor Plans
Sheet CC I: St. Raymond's Church
Sheet CC 2: Murray School
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D. Building Survey
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A. Exterior Conditions
I B. Mechanical & Electrical Systems
C. Access & Exiting
I ID. Building Survey Recommendations
I St. Raymond's Church
Murray School
Schematic Design Floor Plans
I Sheet SD 1: St. Raymond's Church
Sheet SD 2: Murray School
I IV. Structural Survey & Recommendations
I Murray School
St. Raymond's Church
I v. Preliminary Cost Estimate
I Building Survey Recommendations
Structural Survey Recommendations
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Construction Chronology: St RaymOnd's Church, DubHn, CA
1859
Church constructed in current location on 4 acres
One of the first woodeQ..churches (VSB, P 61), first church of
any kind in Murray Township
Just south of church was burial ground for Indian and Spanish
settlers, once with wooden markers
1863
1867
Large earthquake occurs on Calaveras Fault
Four acres donated by JW Dougherty to Archbishop Alemany
for use as a cemetery
1878
Thompson & West, 1878 shows church with entrance on
grade and no tower. Rear wing also shown
1880
Belfry added to church
c. 1930
Photo shows:
Wood entrance steps with no railing
Chain link fence
Small front yard
1922
Church was extensively repaired
1930
Road in front of Green's Store was widened
1939
Church celebrated its 80th birthday
Extensive repairs were made
1940's
church vacated
1962
Church was opened especially for baptism of Molly Donlon
Cronin
1965
Save the Church campaign was launched
1966
Oakland Diocese gave church to Amador-Uvermore Valley
Historical Society on condition that it not be used for services
1967-70
"Restoration completed"
New bell tower (steeple) constructed
June 67
Approved permit application shows:
30x40 perimeter foundation with 12x12 piers at center,
with 12x15 rear wing
Existing composite shingles
Level floor, plumb corners of building
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Removal of siding and addition of 4 x 8 X 3/8" plywood
nailed to sill 8d @ 6", and as bracing 8d @ 6 & 12" typo
Recover with existing redwood beveled siding
Replace 8 x 8 tower support
Install 4 x 6 supporting members on 2x4 redwood mudsill
6 x 6 (joist<;, draWing not labeled)
Treat walls and underpinning for termites/rot/fungi
Labels 6 x 14 floor vents in wall (9/21/83 letter mentions
that vents do not exist and are needed)
1970 May Building Permit describes:
Install new roof on steeple
Install plywood sheathing on exterior walls of steeple
Install 8x8 support for steeple
Replace deteriorated members as required
1971 July Building Permit describes:
New beams to support joist
Replace side stair
Install door
1973 May Building Permit describes:
Warm air furnace installed with flue, exhaust, 5 registers
September Building Permit describes:
100 amp service
Outlets/fixtures/receptacles, etc.
Furnace
1983 September 20 Letter to AVHS from GCS Consulting outlining work
which needs to occur:
New or strengthened footing
Evidence of lateral movement on north and south walls
Verify plywood sheathing which was supposed to be installed
in 1973 restoration
New ties, straps, bolts at walls and footing/floor beams
New roof and replacement of dryroned members,
strengthening
Other issues: check/repair tie rods between walls; tie roof
ridge; better tie of steeple columns to foundation; steps;
tower access ladder
21 Lener from Building Official regarding maintenance
issues, listing suggested repairs, and advising the instirution of a
maintenance program
1985 September Letter from R Nahas describing work to be performed:
Raise building ,
Replace foundation
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1985 October
Repair siding
New girders and stringers at stairs
Stiffen tower with shear bracing and new framing clips
Repair roof structure, install new struts and collar ties
Building Permit descrioes:
New foundation
Repair of roof structure
Repair of substructure
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COnstruction Qm>nology : MlIt'rdY School
1856
before 1891
before 1900
between 1932-36
1936
1951
1952
1952
1953- 74
summer
November
January
October
March 53
One-room schoolhouse completed on original site on
Flanagan Lane (nJ:.ar Stonestown Mall's Black Angus)
ltalianate bell tower added
second room added, 4 windows on front side of wing
2/2 panel door at rear, transom above
3-4 risers at entrance steps
windows at back of Big Room wing
4/4 windows throughout
Moved to Dublin Canyon Road (near Farmers Insurance),
possibly due to wet location
7 risers at entrance steps, 4 risers at rear wing steps
Bell tower partially removed
Bell stored under school
large bare bulbs hanging from ceiling outlets; wood floor;
simple t&g wainscot and ceiling in Big Room; blackboards
between windows; teacher's desk in NE corner; stove in SE
corner near boy's anteroom
Tower and columns changed to simple posts with g3ble roof
Bathrooms added
little room wing extended
Stage set into wall rather than being temporary stage stored
under school
Bell hung at rear of school until stolen during the war
Building Permit describes:
Electrical work, no outlets existing
Added two outlets
Existing floor plan shows:
5-0 x 7-6 doors 0/1 panels) at entrance
12 x 20 stage
3-0 x 7-0 doors at three other doorways
graduation of last class
Building changed for use as Primitive Vine Baptist Church
new floor added
all entrances changed
Building inspection comments:
Electrical wiring needs correcting
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1974
1975
1976
1977-78
Front landing and steps need repair
Exterior walls rustic; 28x36 room with plaster walls,
rustic ceiling; all other rooms rustic or wood
paneling; composite shingle roof
4 x 12 mud sill on ground
4 x 6 girders 10' o.c.
2 x 8 - 16'1 o.C
4 x 4 - 4' o.c.
2 x 4 studs - 16" D.C.
Balloon framed off 4 x 6 girder
about 11 t ceiling
Final inspection 5/4/55
August 53
Building Permit describes:
Electrical work: main service, 15 outlets
May 61
Little Vine Primitive Baptist Church encloses porch,
new foundation, central heating
Work being done without permit
no longer the Baptist Church
580 Freeway construction by Caltrans requires removal
of school from 11390 Dublin Road before 11/30/75
DHPA gets permission to relocate building, store it on
cribbing until new foundation and up-to-code
work is done. If not accomplished by April 1,
1976, HPA agrees to demolish and remove building
Building moved to St Raymond'S Church site
November Soils letter received
r\ovember Building Permit describes:
Electrical work
Future porch dotted in on plan
Future deck dotted in on plan
Demo of porch addition is marked off on plans
Work performed by volunteers
February 77 HVAC installed (2 3-ron)
February 77 Building Permit describes: .
tie down of exterior
Foundation for stairs and shearwalls
. Final inspection 6/19/78
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1979
1980
1981
1982-83
March Variance granted to allow for permit, even though
plumbing cannot be connected to a public sewer
or an approved private sewage disposal system and
to allow for structural requirement variance
Variance allowed with conditions:
1. Alternate method of sewage disposal shall be
provided prior to occupancy permit
2. Connect to public sewer when sewer permits
become available
3. Structural alteration plans re: Associated
professions, Inc. 0/77) be completed
portion of site within HHD 500 year flood hazard area, min
floor elevation must be 378.5' MSLO
February Access ramp approved
May Building Permit describes:
New door access at rear stairs
New door to women's restroom
No water supply to building
June Building Permit describes:
Electrical for well pump
September Letter describing work to be completed for final
inspection
August 82 Building Permit describes:
Minor electrical alterations such as light switches,
grounding of water heater, ceiling lights, etc.
Final inspection 4/15/83
Inspection file closed 7/23/82
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CONSTRUCTION CBRONOLOOY
Summary of Changes to Exterior Appearance
St. Raymond's Church
St. Raymond's Church was constructed on this site in 1859, and the bell tower was added
in 1880. The siding on the main building and the tower was replaced with like material and
new vertical trim was applied over the existing comer boards in 1967. With this exception,
the general appearance of the church exterior has remained unchanged since its
construction.
Murray School
The Murray School was constructed on Flanagan Lane in 1856. Sometime before 1891, an
Italianate bell tower and new entry stairs were added, along with a new classroom wing
and new rear entry stairs. The school was moved to Dublin Canyon Rd. before 1900. The
belfry of the tower was removed after 1932, and in 1936 the entire tower was replaced by
a simple gabeled entry roof. At the same time, the second classroom wing was extended
and bathrooms were added at the rear of the main building. The school was converted into
a church in 1953. Between this time and 1961, the front entry was closed and replaced by
a stage addition, a new front entry was added at the intersection of the two wings, and the
rear entry porch was enclosed. In 1975, the building was moved to the present site. The
access ramp and the rear bathroom entry were added in 1979 and 1980 .
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BUILDING SURVEY
A. Exterior Conditions
St. Raymond's Church
1. Siding & Trim: Exterior wood is in generally good condition. Much ofit appears
to have been replaced in 1967 when the plywood sheathing was added to the main
building. The siding on the ante room was not replaced at that time, but is
still serviceable. The siding on the tower is racked on the north and south
elevations due to differential movement between the tower and the main
building. This has resulted in a gap at the comers connecting the two structures,
exposing the building to weather. The original vertical comer trim on the main
building has been overlaid with new Ix 6 to compensate for the addition of the ply
sheathing. This has resulted in a very poor detail where the comer trim abuts the
soffit. The siding on the interior of the bell tower is poorly patched with plywood
and inadequately sealed to weather
2. Roof & Eaves: There is evidence ofleaks inside the main structure, but we were
told that these had occurred before the roof was last replaced. The original wood
shingle roof has been covered with composite shingles, which appear to be
in good condition. The flashing at the intersection of the ante room roof
and the main building wall has failed due to some differential movement at
this point. The main building has no gutters, resulting in some streaking of
the fascia and siding below. Some sections of trim at the roof edge are
poorly spliced.
3. Windows & Doors: The wood windows appear to be in good condition
although there is some deterioration of the glazing compound in all cases. The
original main entry doors have been replaced with a smaller pair of doors
necessitating the addition of trim around the opening. The original doors are stored
in the utility wing and exhibit deterioration at the bottom rail. The door at the rear
entry has separated at the bottom rail and stile. There are visually inappropriate
security grates installed over the ante room windows.
4. Porches & Rails: Both entry porches and stairs are deteriorated and unsafe due
to cupping and loosening of the treads. The railing at the rear does not appear to
be original. The front steps show evidence of a hand rail previous to the
existing metal rail but no photographs have been uncovered showing an
earlier rail.
5. Exterior paint: The exterior paint appears to be relatively recent and is in
generally good condition
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BUILDING SURVEY
A. Exterior Conditions (cont.)
Murray School
1. Siding & Trim: The siding on the school varies in style and condition due to the
many additions constructed during its life. In general the west and north elevations
are extremely weathered while the south elevation shows only moderate
weathering, and the east elevation is in fairly good condition ( The building was
probably rotated 90 degrees in its fonner location ). All ofthe siding remains
serviceable except on the north addition where the thin masonite siding has
buckled from moisture penetration. There is also a very poorly executed vertical
splice near the rear entry porch enclosure that requires correction.
2. Roof & Eaves: Soffits throughout the building are penetrated by holes and show
signs of moisture penetration from above, but do not exhibit extensive rot. Only
the main wing has gutters, and these have been covered with plywood and roofed,
indicating probable failure at some point. They are wood and show signs of
deterioration. The remainder of the structure has no gutters. The fascia on the
north addition is sagging noticeably. The original wood shingle roofhas been
covered with composition shingles, which appear to be in good condition. Flashing
at the intersection of the north addition roof and the main wall is poorly installed
and inadequate.
3. Windows & Doors: None of the exterior doors or door openings predate the
conversion of the school to a church in 1953. The doors are in generally good
condition. The double hung windows on the west and north elevations are very
deteriorated and will require extensive repair or possible replacement. All others
are in good condition with deteriorating glazing and ill fitting parting beads in
some cases.
4. Porches & Rails: All porches are very poorly constructed with layers of
deteriorating decking over inadequate framing. The concrete access ramp appears
to have been poured directly against the exterior siding with no adequate flashing
to prevent water penetration. It is likely that the siding has deteriorated behind the
ramp.
5. Exterior Paint: The west and north elevations are extremely weathered exhibiting
extensive alligatoring and peeling. The south elevation is more moderately
weathered and the east elevation is fair to good.
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BUILDING SURVEY
B. Mechanical & Electrical Systems
St. Raymond's Church
1. Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning
The church is served by a 120.000 BTU gas fired forced air furnace approximately
20 years old. Electrical and gas service were cut off at the time of inspection so the
unit could not be tested. but it appears to be in operative condition. The size of the
furnace is adequate for the building. but the return air duct is undersized in relation
to the furnace capacity. The ducting is a combination of galvanized sheet metal and
aluminum flex types with exterior insulation. The insulation is missing at the wye
joints and register boxes.
2. Electrical
The church is served by a 100 Amp overhead feed with distribution at the main
panel. The main panel and existing wiring are in generally good condition. The
parking lot lighting is connected to the church panel at a time clock.
Murray School
1. Beating Ventilation & Air Conditioning:
The school is served by two 17 year old General Electric heat pumps. one 3 ton
and one 5 ton, both with supplemental electrical heat strips. Both heat pumps are
operative and adequate for conditioning the building. The screws on the top panel
of the heat pump serving the meeting room are missing and both pumps need to
have the coils cleaned. The ducting is aluminum flex type with exterior insulation.
The insulation is missing at wye branches. at registers, and where it appears to
have been removed by animals. Two floor registers in the museum wing are
covered by displays and the air filters in the floor return air grills are inaccessible
and may require cleaning or replacement.
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Murray School (cont.)
2. Electrical Service:
The school is served by an overhead 200r\mP service with distribution in the main
panel. The main panel is in good condition with spare circuit breaker spaces
available. The original knob & tube wiring in the attic has been bypassed and
replaced by romex type wiring, and this appears to be the case in the majority of
the building. Although some illegal splices were noted, overall the wiring is in
good condition and adequate assuming no additional loads. Electrical connections
to the HV AC units are in good condition. There are two detached structures at the
rear of the school that have electrical connections to the main building. power to
the pump house appears to have been disconnected and the other building was
locked at the time of the inspection.
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BUILDING SURVEY
C. Access & Exiting
St. Raymond's Church
The church does not meet current code requirements for access and exiting. The following
deficiencies were noted:
1. No access ramp exists into the building.
2. There is no access provided on the interior from the main floor level to the raised
dais and rear exit.
3. The front entry doors do not swing in the direction of travel and are fitted with non
complying hardware. The front landing does not meet current standards.
4. Existing rear exit path doorways are undersized. In addition the exterior door does
not swing in the direction of travel and is fitted with non complying hardware for
an A-3 occupancy.
Murray School
The school does not meet current code requirements for access and exiting. The following
deficiencies were noted:
1. The existing access ramp does not provide adequate landing space at the top to
meet current access requirements. Additionally it enters the building at a rear
workroom, which is not in compliance with the ADA.
2. The current bathroom toilet stalls are too narrOW to meet current standards.
3. Existing exterior and interior doors are too narrow and fitted with non
complying hardware for an A-3 occupancy.
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St. Raymond's Church
The church has remained almost unchanged in general appearance since the construction
of the bell tower in 1880. Our general approach is to reverse inappropriate changes, repair
the church exterior, stabilize the tower and provide access with a minimum of major
modifications.
A. Building Exterior
1. Siding & Trim
a. Comer trim: Remove the second layer of trim that has been applied
to the main building and replace with 3/8" or thinner material as
necessary to cover the end grain ofthe siding.
b. Intersection oftower & main structure: Gap in siding will be
caulked and sealed as part of complete paint job. If structure is not
painted at this time, no specific recommendation is made.
c. Tower interior: Remove plywood and sheet metal patching on walls
and ceiling. Replace 1x4 t&g siding as necessary. Line arches with
3/8" bender board to cover end grain of lx4.
2. Roof & Eaves
a. Gutter molding: Repair as necessary. Add metal drip edge under
roofing at eave.
b. Flashing: Replace flashing at intersection of utility room roof and
main building wall with properly installed step flashing and
counterflashing. Inspect flashing at intersection of tower and main
roof and reseal as necessary.
3. Windows & Doors
a. Windows, general: Reglaze all windows as necessary. Free
windows to move properly. Inspect and replace parting bead as
necessary.
b. Ante room windows: Remove security grating
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c. Main entry: Repair and reinstall original entry doors. Restore
original trim at opening.
d. Rear exit: Remove and repair existing door and reinstall.
4. Porches & Rails
a. Main entry: Repair existing stairs, replacing with like material as
necessary. [Option] Replace existing railing with new wood railing
as designed to match original.
b. Rear exit: Remove existing porch stair to allow for installation of
new access ramp. (See Recommendations Section C)
5. Exterior Paint
a. Option 1: Caulk., prime and paint areas of repair and new work to
match existing.
Option 2: power wash existing building. Install visquine and filter
system at base of building if tests indicate presence oflead. Caulk
and prime existing and new work as necessal')'. Paint entire
structure.
B.
Mechanical & Electrical Systems
1. HVAC
a. Furnace: [Option 1] Inspect, balance and adjust existing furnace.
[Option 2] Replace existing with new gas fired furnace.
b. Return air duct: Replace undersized duct with correctly sized unit.
c. Distribution ducts: Inspect joints for air leaks and seal as necessary.
Replace insulation at wye joints, register boxes and as
otherwise necessary.
2. Electrical
a. Wiring: Inspect all accessible electrical splices and junction boxes
and clean up or repair as necessary.
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b. Exit lighting: Install illuminated signs at both exits. Emergency
lighting system is not required.
c. Smoke detection system: Not required.
c.
Access & Exiting
Note: Any condition provisionally allowed under the State Historical Building
Code must be reviewed by a local disabled representative.
1. Exterior access ramp: provide an access ramp to the rear door on the
north side of the church. (See Schematic Floor Plan) Access at this
location does not meet current requirements but is provisionally allowed
under the State Historical Building Code.
Note: The proposed orientation of this ramp is based on the current
condition of parking on the site. A master plan should include accessible
on site parking. The location of that parking could require a different
configuration.
2. Interior Access ramp: Provide inset access ramp at interior dais.
(See Schematic Floor Plan )
3. Front Entry: The Existing door swing is provisionally allowed under the
State Historical Building Code. Installation of a complying landing would
significantly alter the exterior appearance of the building and would project
the stair into the public right of way. It is possible that this condition may
be allowed to continue since no major change of use or renovation is
anticipated.
4. Rear exit path: Widen doorway at rear of main room to 36" clear to meet
current standards. The 32" width (not clear width) of the exterior door
complies provisionally under the State Historical Building Code.Reinstall
the existing door to swing in direction of travel.
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Murray School
As distinguished from St. Raymond's Church, the Murray School has undergone numerous
additions and alterations as well as re-Iocations and changes of use over the life of the
structure. Taking into consideration its present use and the era of historic significance, we
recommend an approach which generally restores the exterior of the building to the
period of its last use as a school in 1952. This would entail the removal of additions
constructed after this period by the church and others, the reconstruction of the original
main entry, and modification of other exterior openings.
We propose some major deviations from this strategy: the installation of an access ramp in
one of two locations, as required to meet access compliance standards; the retention of the
rear access to the bathrooms for program considerations; the retention and modification of
the existing entry at the foyer, required to meet exiting requirements; and the eventual
reconstruction of the bell tower as it existed before its demolition in 1936, because of its
architectural value and historic significance. This will not qualify as an accurate restoration
because it will result in a finished structure which combines elements that did not exist at
the same time historically.
There are two major decisions that need to be made. The first concerns the location of the
new access ramp. Neither of the options presented in this report fully meets current access
requirements, but both are provisionally allowed under the State Historical Building Code.
Option one, which would locate the ramp at the current main entrance, would most nearly
meet the spirit of the ADA. but would also have the most significant impact on the historic
appearance of the building. and would compete with the new main entrance as a focal
point. Option two, replacing the ramp in its current location, would be less visually
obtrusive and provide more convenient access to the bathrooms when the rest of the
building was closed, but since the entrance is not one used by the general public, it is a less
preferred alternative under the SHBC.
The second decision regards the reconstruction of the ltalianate bell tower. Though this is
clearly not possible under the present budget, it has support in the community and it
presents a natural fundraising opportunity. The decision has to be made whether to
undertake the project and, if so, whether to rebuild the entire tower at one time or phase
the project, which would entail some additional expense.
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Building Exterior
1. Recommended Exterior Modifications
a. Main Entry: Remove stage-addition and reconstruct original entry
including stairs, entry doors and transom, and windows at either
side.
b. Tower:[Option 1] Reconstruct tower.
[Option 2] Reconstruct 1936 gabled entry roof
c. Enclosed rear porch: Remove enclosure and porch at rear entry.
Reconstruct original rear entry including stairs, door and transom.
Restore original overhang. Replace west entry door to workroom
with new exterior door and transom to match original.
d. Entry at east side of workroom: Replace door with new exterior
door to match original. Reverse swing (See Schematic Floor Plan).
2. Siding & Trim
a. Siding, general: Remove siding up to floor plate to allow for
inspection and repair of cripple wall and shear ply as described in
Structural Report, item #5, and reinstall or replace with like
material.
3. Roof & Eaves
a. Soffits, general: Inspect and repair holes in soffits as necessary.
b. Gutters, museum wing: Retain existing roof condition and seal
joint at top edge of gutter.
c. Roof edge: Install metal drip edge under roofing.
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Windows & Doors:
a. Windows, general: Repair deteriorated sash members or replace
sash if necessary (4 openings). Reglaze remaining windows as
necessary. Inspect and replace parting bead as necessary.
b. Door and transom at rear bathroom entry: Replace existing door
and transom with more historically compatible unit.
5.
Porches & Rails
a. Porches, general: Remove all existing porches and ramp.
b. Porch & stairs at bathrooms: Rebuild in compatible style.
c. Rear entry at meeting room: See section A-I
d. Existing front entry: See section C.
e. East side entry at workroom: See section C.
6.
Exterior Paint
a. Power wash ~ntire extedor ( Install visquine and filter system at
base of building if testing indicates presence oflead)
b. Scrape and sand existing paint as necessary. If testing indicates
presence oflead:
[Option 1] Install visquine barrier tent on scaffolding
encapsulating building or;
[Option 2] Apply Stripaway to deteriorated
paint, bag and remove from site.
c. Caulk and prime new and existing work as necessary. Paint entire
structure.
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Mechanical Systems
1. HVAC
a. Heat pumps: Perform maintenance as required including cleaning
coils and replacing loose cover
b. Distribution ducts: Inspect joints for air leaks and seal as necessary.
Replace insulation at wye joints, register boxes and as
otherwise necessary.
c. Registers: Verify proper clearance from objects and clean return air
filters as necessary.
2. Electrical
a. Wiring: Inspect all splices and junction boxes and repair as
necessary .
b. Exit lighting: Install illuminated exit signs at all exits. Install
emergency lighting system in museum wing.
c. Smoke detection system: Not required.
c.
Access & Exiting
1. Access ramp: [Option 1] Construct new access ramp at current main
entry. Reconstruct covered entry at side of workroom to
match original.
[Option 2] Construct new access ramp at side of work
room. Rebuild stairs and porch at existing main entry in
compatible style.
2. Bathrooms: Remove existing partitions and fixtures and replace to
meet current access standards (See Schematic Floor Plan).
3. Exit doors: Replace both sets of double doors at existing entry foyer with
36" single doors (See Schematic Floor Plan). Install panic hardware as
required (2 doors). Install complying locksets on all other exit doors
(6 doors).
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STRUCTURAL
,NGINEERS
May 4, 1994
Allen R. Dreyfuss, Architect, AlA
1735 Sixth Avenue
Oakland, California 94606
Reference:
MURRAY SCHOOLHOUSE AND
ST. RAYMOND'S CHURCH
DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
[DEGENKOLB JOB #94082]
Dear Allen:
We are pleased to present this report of our observations of the structural integrity
of the Murray Schoohouse and St. Raymond's Church in Dublin, California.
We understand that the City of Dublin is interested in renovating both buildings
and we have been asked to provide a general assessment of the structural integrity
of each.
For our review, we have visited the site with you and spent several hours in each
structure. You have made available for our review several documents:
1. Murray School Restoration, construction drawings and structural
calculations, 1977 prepared by Associated Professions, Ine.
2. St. Raymond's Church, dated October 5, 1984 and prepared by AAA
Engineering Company.
3. A Construction Chronology of St. Raymond's Church.
4. A letter from General Consulting Services, Ine., dated September 20,
1983 describing recommendations of work to be completed to the
church building.
5. A September 17, 1985 letter from Rafanelli and Nahas on behalf of
the Amador/Livermore Valley Historical Society to the City of
Dublin requesting a building pennit to complete several structural
measures.
We noted several conditions in the field that are of concern. Below is a
description of those items and recommendations for structural improvements
for each building.
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May 4, 1994
Murray Schoolhouse
Description: The schoolhouse is a wood-framed building in a general T -shape.
According to the records, it has been relocated at least once and was most recently
structurally upgraded around 1977. It appears to have been constructed in several
stages. Apparently, the original portion of the structure, the main building, is located
to the east of the newer office wing. Behind it to the south is an addition, now
housing office space and restrooms. In the attic, the original siding is still in place at
the face of what was originally the rear wall of the main building. Both portions'
framing consists of wood stud walls supporting wood ceiling and roof rafters, but the
ceiling is several feet higher in the original main building than in the addition, thus,
the walls of the addition are balloon framed.
The front or north end of the building was apparently modified in 1977 when last
relocated. The modification includes removal of the main entry door and stairway
and the addition of a small protrusion with closets at both ends.
To the west of the main building is another wing, apparently constructed later and
again added to several years later at its west end. The construction of this wing is similar.
In 1977, structural calculations and construction drawings were provided that
appear to generally bring the expected building's performance up to an acceptable
level of safety. However, based on our observations of the as-built conditions, the
workmanship provided for that work was below standard and some of the intent
of the work appears to have been compromised. In addition, it appears that
material was not readily available for this work and old lumber of questionable
quality and size was used in lieu of that specified in the documents.
Structurally, the building appears to be in relatively sound condition for a
building of this age. Waterproofing and other specific condition assessments due
to weathering and age are not discussed in this report, but other recommendations
concerning structural safety and seismic resistance are included:
1. The concrete perimeter footing and the internal grade beams that were
constructed from the 1977 drawings are well conceived and greatly
improve the building's performance. The design appears appropriate and
we can only assume that they are constructed correctly. However,
although the use of screwjacks for the interior fonndation piers does
provide a means of adjustment against future settling of the floor, it is in
our opinion not an adequate permanent foundation condition. The top and
base connection of the screwjacks is not adequate to resist lateral
movement and there are already signs of corrosion of the metal because of
the damp soil conditions.
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In several locations, the screwjacks were too short and blocks of used
lumber were inserted between the framing and the jacks causing an
inadequate condition.
Recommendations: Provide temporary shoring of the floor framing,
remove the screwjacks, provide epoxied dowels into the concrete
foundation beam and install a new 6 inch tall pier block with a 4x4 post
base. Install a new 4x4 post with proper post cap to the floor beam above.
Shoring can be simplified by installing the new posts on alternate locations
until all are replaced.
2. The small added structure on the north end of the original main building is
poorly constructed. The concrete foundation wall is full of voids, the sill
plate construction is haphazard, and the floor joists are notched and
misaligned.
Recommendations: Repair of this portion of the struchlre will require
temporary shoring of the flooring and the load bearing walls and comer
posts, removal of the foundation walls, removal of the flooring and the
floor joists. The foundation walls should be cast with new concrete and
the struchlre reframed.
3. In the attic spaces in the building, the framing is in generally good
condition. Several modifications have been made over the years and some
connections are susceptible to lateral motion in the event of an earthquake.
Recommendations:
In the main portion, splice the 2x4 ceiling joist where it has been cut at the
former access opening. Provide a vertical1x6 hanger board to the joist
similar to the original construction.
In the rear addition, add 2x4 collar ties at every other roof rafter (say 4
total) to help brace the roof diaphragm and prevent spreading of the walls.
At the rear (south) gable wall in the attic space, add a 2x6 stud adjacent to
each flat 2x4 stud to brace the gable against out-of-plane loads. Provide
framing clips at the top plate to the roof framing to anchor the wall to the
roof diaphragm.
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In the western portion of the building, add a collar tie between the top of
each roof rafter at about 12 inches below the ridge line (say 6 total).
In the western portion, add framing clips at the base of each roof joist
where it is cut in a bird-mouth and sits on the top plate of the wall.
4. A wood entry deck has been constructed at the inner corner intersection
between the main building and the western portion. This deck sits on
wood posts and bears on a ledger bolted to the face of the buildings. The
framing of this deck is extremely decayed.
Recommendation: Reconstruct the deck using proper waterproofing details
and wood treatment.
5. Along the base of the perimeter wall, the drawings show that 3/8 inch
plywood was to be installed beneath the exterior siding and nailed at the
floor plate and at the sill plate. The existence of the plywood was verified
in some locations but not everywhere. Beneath the wood entry deck
described in item #4 above, the plywood is exposed and shows minimai
nailing, certainly not in conformance to the 1977 drawings. In addition,
this portion beneath the deck has been exposed to weather and has
severely decayed. From inside the crawlspace, the sill plate also appears to
have been installed in a haphazard manner, using many short pieces and
sometimes installing used lumber. Shims have been added in many
locations and small wood members are stacked to achieve the correct depth
in several locations.
Recommendations: Remove the siding up to the floor plate to verify the
plywood sheathing and proper nailing. At the same time, verify the
blocking on the foundation wall and provide new sill plate lumber as
required.
6. Along the base of the west end wall of the western portion, several bolts
and nuts are exposed on the exterior face. It appears that these were
improperly installed based on the 1977 drawings and, as installed, they do
not have the full capacity likely intended in the design.
Recommendation: Install new anchor bolts (say 6 total) at the base of the
west end wall to supplement the existing anchors.
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St. Raymond's Church
Description: The church building is a wood-frame structure sheathed in straight
wood lap siding. On the front of the building at the entrance is a steeple of wood
construction. The corners of the steeple structure are supported by large wood
timber columns. The foundations of the church building consists of perimeter
concrete footings and interior foundation piers and walls.
The building is in generally sound structural condition for a building of this age.
There are a few noted items that for which structural improvements are
recommended.
1. The steeple of the church appears to be out-of-plumb by several inches. It
is difficult to determine the exact single cause of the problem or when it
happened. Evidence of this condition is noted in the trimwork over the
siding. At the foundation, the concrete footing along the front wall of the
steeple is in poor condition and the base of the timber columns are not
properly bearing on the footing.
Recommendations: Reconstruct the concrete footing wall at the front of
the steeple and provide adequate anchorage and bearing to the base of the
comer column posts.
2. The steeple appears to have negligible connection to the main structure at
the roof and intermediate levels. Some effort has been made to connect the
lateral loads generate in the steeple back into the building, but more is
needed. The inside of the steeple along the front wall is sheathed in
plywood but the interconnections are inadequate.
Recommendations: Provide a better connection at the upper levels of the
steeple back into the main building structure through the use of timber and
metal strap collectors and struts. Provide more shear strength for
transverse loads by interconnecting the steeple to the church front wall on
both sides and by connected the steeple to the main roof diaphragm.
3. The bell support appears to be inadequate.
Recommendations: Reconstruct or repair the bell support frame.
Strengthen the roof structure above the bell and provide adequate
anchorage for the support frame.
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4. At one location, it was observed that the plywood sheathing beneath the
exterior siding was not properly nailed to the sill plate on top of the
foundation. The extent of this deficiency was not clear.
Recommendations: Complete a detailed survey of this connection and
provide a proper connection were it does not exist.
We trust that this information is adequate for your use. We are pleased to work
with you on this project and look forward to the next phase. Please feel free to
contact us if we can provide any further information.
Very truly yours,
H.J. DEGENKOLB ASSOCIATES, ENGINEERS
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David W. Cocke
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PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATES
based upon preceeding recommendations
St. Raymond's Church
A. Building Exterior
1. Siding and Trim
a. Comer trim: Remove the second layer of trim at comers and
replace with 3/8" or thinner material as necessary to cover the
end grain of the siding. Trim transition from comer trim to
horizontal cornice.
c. Tower interior: Remove plywood patching on walls and ceiling.
Replace 1 x 4 t&g siding as necessary. Line arches with 3/8"
bender board to cover end grain of 1 x 4.
2. Roof and Eaves
a. Gutter molding: Repair as necessary and add metal drip edge
under roofing at eave.
b. Replace flashing at intersection of utility room roof and main
building wall with properly installed step flashing. Counterflash
step flashing to wall into siding saw cut. Caulk at siding.
3. Windows & Doors
a. Windows: reglaze all and replace parting bead as necessary.
b. Utility room windows: Remove security grating and repair
siding.
c. Main entry: Repair and reinstall original entry doors on original
jambs and restore original trim around opening.
d. Rear exit: Remove and repair exiting door and reinstall.
4. Porches & Rails
a. Main entry: [Option 1] Repair existing stair structure by replacing
and restoring (reuse existing railing).
$ 2,028.00
Cost range
$ 2,700 to
3,650.00
$ 600.00
$ 850.00
$ 600.00
$ 120.00
$ 1,200.00
$ 360.00
$ 2,600.00
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[Option 2] Replace stair structure as above and add new wooden
railing:
b. Rear exit: Remove exiting stair to allow for installation of new
access ramp.
5. Exterior paint
a. Option 1: Caulk, prime and paint areas of repair and new work
to match existing.
4,400.00
$ 240.00
$ 3,200.00
b. Option 2: Power wash existing building. Install visquine and filter Cost range
system at base of building if tests indicate presence oflead. $ 7,500.00
Caulk and prime existing work. Paint entire structure. - 10,500.00
B. Mechanical and Electrical Systems
1. HV AC
a. Furnace [Option 1] Inspect, balance and adjust existing furnace.
[Option 2] Replace existing with new gas fired furnace.
b. Return air duct: Replace undersized duct with correctly sized
unit.
c. Distribution ducts: Inspect joints for air leaks and seal as
necessary. Replace insulation at wye joints, register boxes and
as otherwise necessary.
2. Electrical
a. Wiring: Inspect all accessible electrical splices and junction
boxes and repair as necessary.
b. Exit lighting: Install illuminated signs at both exits.
c. Access and Exiting
$ 240.00
2,550.00
$ 800.00
$ 450.00
$ 400.00
$ 1,050.00
1. Exterior ramp: Provide an access ramp to the rear door on the north $ 13,200.00
side of the church including solid sidewall construction sided to match
main building.
2. Interior Access ramp: Provide inset access ramp at interior dais.
4. Rear exit path: Widen doorway at rear of main room to 32" clear.
$ 725.00
$ 300.00
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PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
based upon preceeding recommendations
Murray School
A. Building Exterior
1. Recommended Exterior Modifications
a. Main Entry: Remove stage addition and reconstruct original entry $ 14,500.00
including stairs, entry doors and transom. and windows (2) at
either side according to 1949 photograph of entry.
[Option 1]: Reconstruct complete tower:
[Option 2]: Reconstruct 1936 gabled entry roof as seen in 1949
photograph.
c. Enclosed rear porch: Remove enclosure and porch at rear entry.
Reconstruct original rear entry including stairs. door and transom.
Restore original overhang and replace door to workroom with
new exterior door and transom to match original. Restore 1 x 4
t&g soffit at entry.
Cost range
$ 54.000. to
66,400.00
$ 2.840.00
Cost range
$ 11,500. to
14.000.00
d. Entry at side of workroom: Replace door with new exterior door $ 780.00
to match original.
2. Siding & Trim
a. Siding. general: Remove siding up to floor plate to allow for
inspection and repair of cripple wall and shear ply as described in
Structural Report. and reinstall or replace with like material.
3. Roof & Eaves
a. Soffits, general: Inspect and repair holes in soffits as necessary.
b. Gutter, museum wing: Retain existing roof condition and seal
joint at top edge of gutter.
c. Roof edge. general: Install metal drip edge.
Cost range
$ 3.200. to
4.500.00
$ 1.200.00
$ 300.00
$ 750.00
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4. Windows & Doors
a. Windows, general: Replace window sash with new to match $ 2,280.00
original as necesary ( 2 openings). Replace deteriorated muntins
as necessary and reglaze (2 openings). -Reglaze remaining
windows as necessary. Inspect and replace parting bead as
necessary .
b. Door and transom at rear bathroom entry: Replace existing door $ 1,860.00
and transom. Trim.
5. Porches & Rails
a. Porches, general: Remove all existing porches and ramp. $ 2,440.00
b. Porch & stairs at bathrooms: Rebuild in compatible style. $ 5,600.00
c. Rear entry at meeting room: Refer to A-1(a) in estimate.
d. Existing front entry: Refer to C-1.
e. Side entry at workroom: Refer to C-1.
6. Exterior Paint
a. Power wash entire exterior (Install visquine and filter system at $ 2,400.00
base of building if testing indicates presence oflead):
b. Scrape and sand existing paint as necessary. If testing indicates $ 11,600.00
presence of lead: 1) Install visquine barrier tent on scaffolding
encapsulating building or; 2) Apply Strip away to deteriorated
paint, bag and remove from site:
c. Caulk and prime new and existing work as necessary. Paint $ 8,800.00
entire structure.
B. Mechanical Systems
1. HV AC
a. Heat pumps: Perform maintenance as required including cleaning $ 480.00
coils and replacing loose cover.
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b. Distribution ducts: Inspect joints for air leaks and seal as
necessary. Replace insulation at wye joints, register boxes and
as otherwise necessary.
c. Registers: Verify proper clearance from-objects and clean return
air filters as necessary.
2. Electrical
a. Wiring: Inspect all splices and junction boxes and repair as
necessary.
b. Exit lighting: Install illuminated exit signs at all exits. Install
emergency lighting system in museum wing.
C. Access and Exiting
1. Access ramp: [Option 1] Construct new access ramp and stairs at
current
main entry. Reconstruct covered entry at side of workroom to match
original.
[Option 2] Construct new access ramp at side of work room.
Rebuild stairs and porch at existing main entry in compatible style.
2. Bathrooms: Remove existing partitions and fixtures and replace to
meet current access standards according to schematic floor plan.
Replace all plumbing fixtures.
3. Exit doors: Replace both sets of double doors at existing entry foyer
with 36" single doors. Install panic hardware as required (2 doors).
Install complying locksets on all other exit doors (6 doors).
4. Include installation of transom window over exterior door to match
adjacent window head height:
Note: Depending on the selection of options, subtotal all construction costs
and add 20% for general conditions, profit, and overhead.
$ 320.00
$ 120.00
$ 450.00
$ 7,500.00
$ 15,800.00
(wi stairs &
27' ramp)
$ 11,800.00
(42' ramp)
$ 7,400.00
$ 5,200.00
$ 800.00
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PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE
based upon the report by Degenkolb Structural Engineering Report,
05-04-94.
St. Raymond's Church
1. Footing reconstruction at the front of the steeple with proper anchorage
and structural connections. Corrective measures will not correct out of
plumb condition but will prevent further differential settlement:
2. Structural steeple connections into main roof diaphragm:
3. Bell support frame reconstruction
4. Possible corrections to plywood sheathing nailing and connections under
exterior siding: This item would be impossible to cost range without the
removal of exterior siding at several locations. Not addressed at this time.
Murray School
1. Remove interior foundation screw jacks and replace with permanent
concrete pier blocks, posts, and structural connections to floor above:
2. No cost
3. Roof structure framing corrections:
4. No cost
5. Install new sill plate lumber and proper plywood shear diaphragm as
required after siding removal has exposed existing connections:
6. Install anchor bolts at west end wall:
Note: Depending upon the selection of options, subtotal all construction costs
and add 20% for general conditions, profit, and overhead
$ 4,500.00
Cost range
$ 1,500 to
3,000.00
Allowance
$ 1,000.00
nic
$ 3,000.00
mc
$ 1,800.00
mc
Cost range
$ 5,000. to
12,500.00
$ 240.00