Existing Conditions
Kittredge Elementary School was originally constructed in 1949, making it 75 years old.
The total square footage of the building totals approximately 32,434 square feet. Four pod modular classroom buildings were attached in 2010, and a prefabricated gymnasium building was erected in 2013.
The mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems have been renovated over the years, but the original components are beyond their useful life and are beginning to fail.
Steam boilers and the entire steam system needs to be completely replaced with hot water.
The condensing gas fired boilers need to be replaced.
The existing plumbing systems and fixtures do not meet current building codes and are not ADA compliant.
The electrical is mostly original and needs to be replaced, including the lighting systems, emergency lighting, and fire alarm systems
Security and technology upgrades throughout the entire school are needed.
The dated envelope of the building is in poor condition, resulting in excessive energy consumption.
The roof needs to be completely replaced.
There are masonry cracks and damaged brick on the façade.
All exterior doors and windows need exterior sealant replacements.
To meet ADA requirements and other modern building codes, extensive renovations are needed.
Food Service Equipment Upgrades are needed for the cafeteria (kitchen hood, backflow prevention).
Structural repairs are needed including seismic bracing, repairs to cracks, and masonry repointing.
