Accessibility Infrastructure Projects
An appropriation was approved by the Commonwealth in FY23 for accessibility improvements throughout campus. Following a 2013 accessibility study, various improvements identified were and prioritized. The portfolio of projects addresses improvements to six specific areas as well as a campus-wide improvement of ADA ramps and accessible pedestrian intersections. This includes adjustments to the access to Blair Hall/Tyler Courtyard, the north stairs of James Blair Hall, the pedestrian pathway slope adjacent to Swem Library, accessibility improvements at Hornsby House, and the vehicular-pedestrian conflict at Dawson Circle.
Project Details
- Project Number: 204-18591-000
- Cost: $5,850,000
- Fund Source: State
- Project Start Date: January 2024
- Construction Start Date: July 2025
- Finish Date: November 2025
- Project Manager: Antonina Pritchard
- Design Professional: Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.
- General Contractor: Team Henry Enterprises LLC (Part 1), Novas Construction LLC (Part 2), Williamsburg Hammerworks (Part 3), Stoker Construction (Part 4)
Progress
The project was successfully bid in four parts, which scopes or works closely aligned with the development of the Comprehensive Campus Plan. Construction is ongoing.
Project Committee
Allison Stovall '25, Student Representative
Antonina Pritchard, Project Manager
Carla Costello, ADA Coordinator - Office of Compliance & Equity
Dan Pisaniello, University Architect
Kara Fifield, Director of Student Accessibility Services
Tony Orband, Associate Director of Grounds & Gardens
The portfolio of projects addresses improvements to six specific areas as well as a campus-wide improvement of ADA ramps and accessible pedestrian intersections.