anchor Description
The project is for the comprehensive renovation and expansion of the Theatre Arts Building at the Rockville Campus to address current facility problems and programmatic needs. The entire building GSF) will be renovated, and a building addition of NASF GSF is planned. It will include the complete interior renovation and reconfiguration of each floor, including modernization and upgrades to building systems and equipment serving these floors. The purpose of the TA Building Renovation/Addition is two-fold. It has been developed to support and advance the mission and strategic initiatives of the College and be in alignment with the recommendations of the most recent campus facilities master plan, updated in February of In addition, this project is intended to address the specific facilities needs to support the Theatre Arts curriculum and program.
anchorEstimated Schedule
The design will be completed over a two-year period beginning in
anchorCost Change
Four percent state allowable escalation included. State request shifted from to
anchor Justification
The Theatre Arts Building is a GSF two-story structure, including a small basement space, constructed in and renovated in it houses a theatrical performance auditorium, as well as supporting offices, classrooms, laboratories and other performance-support spaces. The entry sequence into the building is confusing, while the internal circulation is inefficient and disruptive. The building envelope does not meet current performance standards, while finishes and systems inside the building have generally outlived their useful lives. The Rockville Campus has a space surplus of NASF, & a projected space deficit of NASF. Relevant studies include the Montgomery College Strategic Plan and Collegewide Facilities Master Plan (Pending
anchorOther
This project, replaces project which was submitted by the College. Funding will be split between the County and the State of Maryland.
anchorFiscal Note
Source of Contributions is College Fund Balance.
anchorDisclosures
Montgomery College asserts that this project conforms to the requirement of relevant local plans, as required by the Maryland Economic Growth, Resource Protection and Planning Act.
anchorCoordination
Roof Replacements Project, and Planned Lifecycle Asset Replacement.