PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The four phase program will renovate and modernize the historic main Treasury Building. The program will correct major building code; life-safety code and Americans with Disabilities Act code deficiencies. All major utility systems, fire alarm and security systems, lighting, and elevators will be replaced, and selected finishes will be historically restored. The renovation supports the Secretary’s plan for an open office environment using new modular partitions and furniture.
The construction program began in 1998 and is scheduled to be completed in late 2005. We have completed the infrastructure, Phase 1, and Phase 2. Phase 3 is scheduled for completion in July 2004.
PROGRAM GOALS
TBARR was created in 1996 with the following program goals:
Enhanced Occupant Safety
- Code compliance
- New fire suppression system
- Fire alarm upgrades
- Fire rated stairs
- Accessibility improvements for the physically challenged
- Code compliant outside air exchanges
- Hazardous materials abatement
Improve Energy Efficiency
- New high performance windows
- Energy management control system for HVAC
- High efficiency heating and cooling Systems
- Energy efficient electrical power and lighting Systems
Create Modern Office Environment
- Better climate control
- Improved lighting
- More efficient space usage
- Healthier environment
- Improved telecommunications/data capacity
- Improved electrical power
- Increased occupant productivity
Preserve Historic Features
- Remove surface mounted utilities
- Retain/restore barrel vaulted ceilings
- Restore/maintain ornamental plaster, woodwork and cast Iron
- Minimize destructive cutting
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