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HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞
Mechanical space and heating plant were built in the early 1900's. The facility is aged, with outdated systems and equipment, increasing the risk of failure, inefficiency, and costly maintenance or replacement.
Mechanical space and heating plant were built in the early 1900's. The facility is aged, with outdated systems and equipment, increasing the risk of failure, inefficiency, and costly maintenance or replacement.

HEATING PLANT
𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬
Roof shows signs of leaking, which has led to water damage the subsurface below roofing membrane.
Roof shows signs of leaking, which has led to water damage the subsurface below roofing membrane.

HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞
Heating pumps are at the end of their lifecycle and replacement parts are no longer available. This creates a high risk of failure, operational downtime, and costly emergency repairs.
Heating pumps are at the end of their lifecycle and replacement parts are no longer available. This creates a high risk of failure, operational downtime, and costly emergency repairs.

HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞/𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥
Mechanical chase/tunnel houses fiber, water, HVAC, and electrical systems. It is a vital part of facility operations, and any access, maintenance, or damage issues could significantly impact the functionality of the heating plant and overall building systems.
Mechanical chase/tunnel houses fiber, water, HVAC, and electrical systems. It is a vital part of facility operations, and any access, maintenance, or damage issues could significantly impact the functionality of the heating plant and overall building systems.

HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞
Electrical panels throughout the facility date back to 1958 and replacement parts are no longer available. This creates a significant risk of electrical failure, safety hazards, and challenges in maintaining reliable power throughout the facility.
Electrical panels throughout the facility date back to 1958 and replacement parts are no longer available. This creates a significant risk of electrical failure, safety hazards, and challenges in maintaining reliable power throughout the facility.

HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞
Fire alarm panel in the mechanical space is outdated, potentially compromising fire detection, response times, and compliance with current safety codes. Replacement or upgrade is recommended to ensure safety and reliability.
Fire alarm panel in the mechanical space is outdated, potentially compromising fire detection, response times, and compliance with current safety codes. Replacement or upgrade is recommended to ensure safety and reliability.

HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞/𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥
Main water feed for the Courthouse, routed through the mechanical chase/tunnel, has a previously repaired failure that requires replacement. There is currently no suitable downtime to perform the replacement, creating ongoing risk to facility operations.
Main water feed for the Courthouse, routed through the mechanical chase/tunnel, has a previously repaired failure that requires replacement. There is currently no suitable downtime to perform the replacement, creating ongoing risk to facility operations.

HEATING PLANT
𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞/𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥
Electrical panel located in the mechanical chase/tunnel has no available replacement parts. This presents a significant risk of failure, limits maintenance options, and could impact critical facility operations.
Electrical panel located in the mechanical chase/tunnel has no available replacement parts. This presents a significant risk of failure, limits maintenance options, and could impact critical facility operations.

COURTHOUSE
𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫
Main elevator cannot accommodate an emergency stretcher and is not ADA compliant. Additionally, the elevator shaft floods during spring, damaging equipment and creating safety hazards for staff and the public.
Main elevator cannot accommodate an emergency stretcher and is not ADA compliant. Additionally, the elevator shaft floods during spring, damaging equipment and creating safety hazards for staff and the public.

COURTHOUSE
𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦
The building was not originally designed to accommodate modern technology. The server room is a renovated space, creating challenges for layout and equipment installation. Overhead water supply lines pose a risk of leaks and damage to critical IT systems.
The building was not originally designed to accommodate modern technology. The server room is a renovated space, creating challenges for layout and equipment installation. Overhead water supply lines pose a risk of leaks and damage to critical IT systems.

COURTHOUSE
𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦
Server room does not provide adequate space for current and future server equipment, limiting expansion, proper airflow, and efficient equipment management.
Server room does not provide adequate space for current and future server equipment, limiting expansion, proper airflow, and efficient equipment management.

COURTHOUSE
𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦
Ceiling access panel provides entry to embedded plumbing from the floor above. Limited or awkward access hinders maintenance, inspections, and timely repairs, impacting building operations.
Ceiling access panel provides entry to embedded plumbing from the floor above. Limited or awkward access hinders maintenance, inspections, and timely repairs, impacting building operations.

COURTHOUSE
𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞
Overhead sewer line in the open office was previously repaired following a failure. Ongoing monitoring is required, as any further issues could impact operations, create health hazards, and require disruptive repairs.
Overhead sewer line in the open office was previously repaired following a failure. Ongoing monitoring is required, as any further issues could impact operations, create health hazards, and require disruptive repairs.

COURTHOUSE
𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬
Foundation cracks observed throughout multiple areas of the lower level. These may compromise structural integrity, lead to water intrusion, and require ongoing monitoring or repair to prevent further damage.
Foundation cracks observed throughout multiple areas of the lower level. These may compromise structural integrity, lead to water intrusion, and require ongoing monitoring or repair to prevent further damage.

COURTHOUSE
𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬
Foundation cracks observed throughout multiple areas of the lower level. These may compromise structural integrity, lead to water intrusion, and require ongoing monitoring or repair to prevent further damage.
Foundation cracks observed throughout multiple areas of the lower level. These may compromise structural integrity, lead to water intrusion, and require ongoing monitoring or repair to prevent further damage.

COURTHOUSE
𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫
Exterior entry doors are showing signs of deterioration, which may compromise security, energy efficiency, and accessibility. Repair or replacement is recommended to maintain safe and functional access.
Exterior entry doors are showing signs of deterioration, which may compromise security, energy efficiency, and accessibility. Repair or replacement is recommended to maintain safe and functional access.

COURTHOUSE
𝐈𝐓/𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐬 - 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲
IT/data closets have been converted from existing spaces, including restrooms. These makeshift conversions may limit equipment layout, airflow, accessibility, and create safety or code compliance issues.
IT/data closets have been converted from existing spaces, including restrooms. These makeshift conversions may limit equipment layout, airflow, accessibility, and create safety or code compliance issues.

COURTHOUSE
𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦
Restroom urinals have failed and replacement parts are discontinued so they were capped and converted to a baby changing station. This does not meet original intended use, accessibility standards, or long-term functionality requirements.
Restroom urinals have failed and replacement parts are discontinued so they were capped and converted to a baby changing station. This does not meet original intended use, accessibility standards, or long-term functionality requirements.

COURTHOUSE
𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦
Restrooms located within or near mechanical chase areas create maintenance and operational challenges. Limited access may hinder servicing of both plumbing and mechanical systems and affect normal restroom functionality.
Restrooms located within or near mechanical chase areas create maintenance and operational challenges. Limited access may hinder servicing of both plumbing and mechanical systems and affect normal restroom functionality.

COURTHOUSE
𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Entry stairs at multiple exterior locations are spalling, creating safety hazards, potential trip/fall risks, and accelerated deterioration if not repaired.
Entry stairs at multiple exterior locations are spalling, creating safety hazards, potential trip/fall risks, and accelerated deterioration if not repaired.

COURTHOUSE
𝐈𝐓/𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐭
IT/data closet is only accessible through a wardrobe closet, creating challenges for equipment installation, maintenance, and emergency access. This limits operational efficiency and may pose safety concerns.
IT/data closet is only accessible through a wardrobe closet, creating challenges for equipment installation, maintenance, and emergency access. This limits operational efficiency and may pose safety concerns.

COURTHOUSE
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞
CAT-6 (Ethernet) data lines are routed exposed and hanging above head level. This creates a safety hazard, potential damage to cables, and non-compliance with typical IT and building standards.
CAT-6 (Ethernet) data lines are routed exposed and hanging above head level. This creates a safety hazard, potential damage to cables, and non-compliance with typical IT and building standards.

COURTHOUSE
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬
Publicly accessible records storage is clustered and provides insufficient space. Overhead water hazards create a risk of damage to records, compromising safety, organization, and long-term preservation.
Publicly accessible records storage is clustered and provides insufficient space. Overhead water hazards create a risk of damage to records, compromising safety, organization, and long-term preservation.

COURTHOUSE
𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲/𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚
This area serves as the only attorney/client meeting space and also provides the sole access point to the area’s air handling units. This dual use creates operational conflicts, limits accessibility, and may interfere with maintenance of critical HVAC systems as staff is not able to access during these meetings.
This area serves as the only attorney/client meeting space and also provides the sole access point to the area’s air handling units. This dual use creates operational conflicts, limits accessibility, and may interfere with maintenance of critical HVAC systems as staff is not able to access during these meetings.

COURTHOUSE
𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬
Existing 1950s windows in the staircase have air leaks, reducing energy efficiency, creating drafts, and affecting occupant comfort and HVAC performance.
Existing 1950s windows in the staircase have air leaks, reducing energy efficiency, creating drafts, and affecting occupant comfort and HVAC performance.
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