The Farrah Hall Renovation project (“Project”), located at 513 University Boulevard, includes a complete interior and selective exterior renovation of the nearly 63,000 gross square feet (“GSF”) building. The completed Project will serve the University as a centrally located general academic space.
Farrah Hall was originally constructed in 1927, with additions in 1948 and 1963. The building has remained relatively unchanged since 1963. The Project will allow for a comprehensive interior renovation and will fully address all deferred maintenance liabilities including new mechanical, electrical, accessibility, life safety systems, technology, and building envelope as necessary.
The existing character, detailing and quality of the building is appropriate and much in keeping with the adjacent campus facilities. The building features standard University materials, including brick and solid limestone columns, cornice and window surrounds which have been a part of the University Boulevard streetscape for almost a century.
The Project will allow for better utilization of academic space, benefiting departments and colleges with the primary occupant being the School of Leadership and Policy.
ADA access to Farrah Hall will be improved through the construction of a new elevator which will service all four floors, whereas the building currently requires the use of two elevators located in different areas of the building to access all floors.
The Project will allow for the conversion of the stack space to general use, and the floors will be aligned with the main building floors. The realignment will not impact the University Boulevard elevation.
To meet the requested Fall 2027 occupancy date, construction is expected to take place in two phases including Construction Package A – Building Renovation and Construction Package B – Demolition/Abatement and will include Owner Furnished Contractor Installed Equipment provided as necessary to meet the Project schedule.
View on Building Bama
Budget
$28,624,500
Architect/Engineer
Charles Williams and Associates
General Contractor
J. T. Harrison Construction