pages: CityCouncil/2005-11-01.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2005-11-01 | 10 | sixth story roof parking was always in place. Councilmember deHaan stated the setbacks were done well; the cost per square foot increases with higher levels; inquired whether the soil conditions have been reviewed. The Development Services Director responded that the site has sandy soil. The Redevelopment Manager stated that a professional geotechnical consultant prepared a soil report; the loose sand would need to be removed; compacted, new soil would have to be brought in or the grade below could be used to add some additional spaces to make up for the setback. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether exterior architectural treatment would add to the cost. The Development Services Director responded there are some cost savings with the revised design the goal was to have the parking garage structure cost under or at budget; removing the brick was a savings; providing long, side openings would save on ventilation. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether there was a cost estimate for the parking structure. The Development Services Director responded that there was a ballpark estimate from the Architect; the Architect feels the project was close, if not under budget removing ventilation and sprinkling would save money. Councilmember deHaan stated the October 2002 cost estimate for 269 spaces was $5.4 million. The Development Services stated the estimate was the cost per parking space without land acquisition, relocation, and all soft costs for design and engineering; hard construction costs per space was approximately $18,000 to $19,000. Councilmember deHaan stated the report shows a cost of $16,000 per space a few years ago. The Development Services Director stated that San Jose had a 1999 cost estimate for $15,000 per space which ended up costing $34,000 per space by the time the structure was built four years later; costs are difficult to estimate without construction documents. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the cost estimate was $16 Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 November 1, 2005 | CityCouncil/2005-11-01.pdf |