University of Chicago Medical Campus Parking Garage Restoration

The existing University of Chicago Medical Campus parking garage structure consists of 185 precast concrete panels, 191 steel railing systems and 3 masonry stair towers that are in various states of deterioration due to modifications and repairs over time. The railing systems consist of steel cables in tension that are routed through intermediate angles at every level and anchored at the base and at the roof level. These cables protect the openings between the pre-cast panels and over time have become especially compromised as they have lost tension due to damage and anchorage failures. The support angles also appear to have significant water damage in certain areas causing them to pull away from the structure and crack the adjacent pre-cast panels. Removed downspouts and missing metal copings have led to masonry damage due to water infiltration.

As a consultant to Walker Restoration Consultants (Prime), Tripartite was tasked with performing a thorough analysis of the exterior envelope and documenting any failures/damage. Tripartite carefully review the entire exterior and developed a report quantifying the recommended repairs. Under a tight schedule, Tripartite completed the assessment and report quickly and efficiently.

ClientUniversity of ChicagoLocationChicago, ILCompletedNovember 2017 (projected)