MTE's Involvement
We first joined the project team to provide environmental expertise related to redeveloping the site. We began by completing a Risk Assessment in order to evaluate the potential of redeveloping the property and any challenges that would need to be mitigated due to its historical uses. Our team was successful in securing the necessary environmental approvals so that redevelopment could progress.
Our civil engineers also contributed in the early phases of the project by completing a Functional Servicing Report, identifying how the site would be serviced, including water, sanitary, and storm connections to existing municipal infrastructure.
Our structural engineers joined the team to complete the design of the 20-storey tower. Precast concrete was selected for its consistency, quality and production speed. We took careful consideration when designing the structural layout to transfer loads around the existing historical building, ensuring the careful preservation and protection of the historic brick façade.
A pool was also integrated above the six-storey parking structure, adding to the complexity of the design. A thin elastomeric waterproofing system was required to protect the garage and our building restoration engineers were able to provide assistance with detailing the system and reviewing the application during construction.
We also completed a Designated Substance Audit in advance of the demolition and renovation work to identify and mitigate risk for workers at the site during construction activities.