One of the ‘fun’ aspects of a major remodel project is that everything has to be brought up to current building codes. One of the code requirements we didn’t think about was the height of the wrought iron railing. This original 1931 railing goes from the basement to 4th floor – and is not high enough to meet current code. Thankfully, the City of Lincoln recognizing that the primary user of this railing is young men in the prime of their life, we received special permission to keep the existing railing.
Unfortunately, we are not as lucky in a few other areas. Due to the various bathroom remodels over the past 80 plus years – some of the bathroom floor joist had significant notches cut in them to accommodate plumbing. While a new 2 x 12 has been placed next to the old joist, the city wants our engineers to review to ensure they are structurally sound. We’re also waiting to see if we will have to install the special fire rated windows next to the fire escape…stay tuned.
If we are able to resolve these issues – insulation and drywall should start next week.
The plumbing rough-ins for 3rd old bathroom sinks. The sinks will be on the south wall — where the showers were located.
The rough in for the new washer/dryer on second floor. This is in the hallway between the old and new side of the building.
the floor is being built up in what was the bedroom area of B1. This will be a new study/computer room. The west door that leads to the back lot will be removed and the stairwell filled in as the electical service is updated to the building.
