Construction Public Notice

2538 Durant Ave, Berkeley CA

ATTN: Respected City of Berkeley Resident

Subject: 2538 Durant, Start of Construction

Dear Resident:

We would like to notify you that during the month of October 2023 the owner will be starting demolition of the existing buildings located at 2538 Durant Ave. This will commence construction of the 2538 Durant Project – an eight-story mixed-use building consisting of 83 residential units, one retail space, and amenity space.

Construction Activities: Major phases of construction to include the following -

· Demo of the existing building and site hardscape

· Excavation and grading to follow for preparation of building foundation.

· Underground utilities.  

· Forming and subsequent pouring of concrete foundation, walls and podium slabs to occur.

· Concrete superstructure consists of three stories above grade.

· Five stories of vertical framing including exterior and interior building finishes.

· Site improvements including the landscaping, new sidewalks, street paving, etc.

· Daily construction activities - expect the use of hand tools (hammers, drills, etc.), hauling and hoisting of material, construction equipment such as bobcats, backhoes, reach lifts running for various activities.

Anticipated General Schedule:

· Demo/Grading (October 2023) – Demo (three weeks)

· Concrete Construction & Utilities (November 2023 – May 2024)

· Framing (May 2024 – November 2024)

· Façade and Finishes (August 2024 – June 2025)

Daily Construction Schedule:

· Work will commence 7am - 6pm Monday through Friday.

· This project is approved for Saturday work 9am - 4pm. No work on federal holidays

· Expected Start: October 2023

· Expected Construction Duration not including demo 21 months

Noise Management Individuals:

Dave de Jong: (510) 307-5678 x150 Construction Noise Liaison

Please feel free to contact us at the number above, or by e-mail with questions or concerns.

Project e-mail address: 2538durant@westbuilders.net

Project website: www.westbuilders.info/2538durant

Sincerely,

WEST Builders, Inc. Dave de Jong, Vice President Preconstruction