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Commission briefed on Pacific Biological Laboratories accessibility plan and ARG cost estimate
Summary
Staff said a concept accessibility plan for Pacific Biological Laboratories will go to the Historic Preservation Commission on Feb. 12; Architectural Resources Group provided an estimated cost (over $2 million) and commissioners discussed alternatives including rear-lift access, virtual tours and phased work to avoid altering historic fabric.
The commission discussed accessibility options for Pacific Biological Laboratories and next steps in the historic-review process.
Brian, representing museum staff, said the accessibility concept plan will be presented to the Historic Preservation Commission on Feb. 12 so the commission can consider the concept (not final architectural drawings). "This proposal would be going to historic preservation commission next week February 12th," he said, adding that the concept would guide future design and fundraising while detailed plans return for review.
ARG's cost estimate: Commissioners noted that Architectural Resources Group provided a construction cost estimate "for over $2 million,"…
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