Phase 1: Roof Phase
COMPLETE - Reinforced all roof trusses. Installed beams to elevate roof slightly to re-introduce the soffit overhang, facia, and gutters; installed new high quality raised seam Kynar finished galvanized metal roof; Stabilized two masonry walls.
Phase 2: Retail Rehabilitation and Building Stabilization on First Floor
COMPLETE - Installed new water service, electric service, rewired renovated areas, HVAC systems; Reinforced floor joist structures; Rehabilitated three interior first story retail stores and brought all portions up to current codes.
Phase 3: Abatement Phase (2006-07)
COMPLETE - Asbestos removal was completed in 2006; The remainder of Phase 3 is also complete (2007), this included, but not limited to: complete removal of Lead Base Paint (LBP) from exterior Woodward masonry; and the restoration of the exterior portion of the Woodward window frames and sashes, exterior window hoods, exterior masonry (repointing) and decorative brackets and wood trim in the soffit areas.
Phase 3x: Partial Second Floor Restoration
COMPLETE - The second floor restoration was 50% completed (3000 sf) in 2012 to accommodate the offices of the Woodward Development Corp and the Knox Count CVB as part of the sequencing of the final project completion. As part of this effort, the third story floor/second story ceiling was reinforced for final structural requirements.
Phase 4: Theater Restoration & Annex Expansion Phase
The interior of the theater will be authentically restored. Additional structure will be added to the facility in the rear portion of the annex building permitting access to the stage area, adding arts supports space, and permitting the addition of accessible elevators and required stairwells. Theater will be operational when Phase 4 is completed.
Phase 5: Annex Phase
This phase will result in a completed Annex, except for certain basement area spaces. Reconfigure restaurant spaces and construct lobby storefronts.
Phase 6: Woodward Second Story and Storefront Restoration Phase
Phase 6 will result in the completion of the Woodward Building historic storefronts and restored historic interiors on the second story and mezzanine levels.
Phase 7: Historic Annex Offices Restoration Phase
The Annex will have restored interior office spaces.
Phase 8: Basement Retail and Areaways Restoration Phase
Both the Opera House and the Annex will feature operational basement retail areas with restored exterior areaways and storefronts.
