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EDA: 1117–1121 High Street roof, 1028 High Street demolition set; FY26 budget committee named
Summary
EDA staff told commissioners that roof and renovation plans for 1117–1121 High Street are nearly complete pending a Columbia Gas estimate, and that demolition plans for 1028 High Street are approved and expected to move to bid in the next 30–90 days.
Portsmouth EDA staff updated commissioners on several EDA-owned properties and on its FY26 budget calendar at the Feb. 18 meeting.
Julie Chop reported the EDA has received preliminary construction documents for a roof replacement at 1117 and 1121 High Street and interior renovations at 1117 High Street. She said the plans are effectively complete but the team is waiting on an estimate from Columbia Gas to run a gas line to 1117, which staff say is the most economical way to heat the building. “So plans are 99.9% done, but for that,” Chop said. Staff indicated that once Columbia Gas provides its response the bid package can be issued.
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