1638 Park Avenue - East Harlem
Project Details:
- Contract Value: $9.3 million
- Total Square Footage: 22,000 sq ft
- Project Duration: 24 months from site acquisition to TCO
- Delivery Method: Integrated Project Delivery (Full Turnkey Solution)
The Team:
- Architect of Record (AOR): Marin Architects
- Structural Engineer: Murray Engineering
- MEP-FP Engineer: TSF Engineers
- Acoustical Consultant: AKRF
- Geo-Tech Engineer: Hartland Engineering
- Code Consultant: Metropolis Group
- Environmental Consultant: Hydrotech
- HPD (Housing Preservation & Development) Consultant: City 5
Affect Group took on the significant endeavor of constructing a new residential building at 1638 Park Avenue in East Harlem. This project was completed within 24 months from the acquisition of the site to obtaining the Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO), demonstrating Affect's ability to efficiently manage a large-scale, ground-up residential development through an Integrated Project Delivery method.
1638 Park Avenue - East Harlem
Project Details:
- Contract Value: $9.3 million
- Total Square Footage: 22,000 sq ft
- Project Duration: 24 months from site acquisition to TCO
- Delivery Method: Integrated Project Delivery (Full Turnkey Solution)
The Team:
- Architect of Record (AOR): Marin Architects
- Structural Engineer: Murray Engineering
- MEP-FP Engineer: TSF Engineers
- Acoustical Consultant: AKRF
- Geo-Tech Engineer: Hartland Engineering
- Code Consultant: Metropolis Group
- Environmental Consultant: Hydrotech
- HPD (Housing Preservation & Development) Consultant: City 5
Affect Group took on the significant endeavor of constructing a new residential building at 1638 Park Avenue in East Harlem. This project was completed within 24 months from the acquisition of the site to obtaining the Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO), demonstrating Affect's ability to efficiently manage a large-scale, ground-up residential development through an Integrated Project Delivery method.
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Challenges
The project faced numerous challenges:
- Environmental Concerns: The site was a brownfield, contaminated and within 250ft of Metro North Train Infrastructure.
- Regulatory and Financial Constraints: The project was pressed by the 421a Tax Abatement sunset looming and a constrained budget exacerbated by inflation and interest rates.
- Logistical Challenges: A compressed site footprint required meticulous planning for deliveries and waste management, influenced by nearby infrastructure work.
Overcoming Challenges
- Innovative Problem Solving: To address soil contamination, Affect proposed additional localized sampling to precisely identify "hot spots," significantly reducing soil disposal costs.
- Strategic Planning with MTA: Early and continuous communication with the MTA and project consultants allowed for an understanding of monitoring requirements, ensuring that construction activities were compliant and uninterrupted.
- Cost Management: Faced with financial constraints, Affect applied their extensive experience to develop a Value Engineering Program that proposed alternative construction methodologies, materials, and finishes. This approach met both aesthetic and financial goals without compromising on quality.
Conclusion
Affect suggested a Design and Build delivery method to expedite foundation work before the tax abatement period ended, enabling them to start construction early while still securing necessary approvals. This strategy not only preserved the financial benefits for the client but also demonstrated Affect's proactive approach in managing critical timelines and regulatory challenges.
The 1638 Park Avenue project stands as a testament to Affect's ability to manage complex, multifaceted projects under tight constraints. Through creative vision, a collaborative team effort, and strategic problem-solving, Affect has successfully transformed challenges into opportunities, delivering a project that enhances the community and satisfies all stakeholders involved.
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