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ITEM # 6. <br />~~ MEMORANDUM <br />Elk <br />River <br />TO: Housing Redevelopment Authority <br />FROM: Bob Ruprecht, Building Official <br />DATE: February 6, 2012 <br />SUBJECT: 724 Main Street Wall Improvements <br />BACKGROUND <br />The HRA buildings located at 716 and 720 Main Street (adjacent to 714 Main Street) were <br />demolished late December, 2011. The Shared Wall Agreement with Robert and Denise <br />Robeck, owners of 714 Main Street (Elk River Meats), outlines that if a building is <br />demolished, the party demolishing the buildings must promptly repair the wall at their sole <br />cost and expense. Staff has explored options to address the east wall of 714 Main Street. <br />The attached memo from structural engineering firm Braun Intertec outlines items which <br />need to be addressed. In addition to the report, staff has spoken with several contractors to <br />determine the necessary improvements moving forward. <br />RECOMMENDATIONS <br />Staff recommendations are as follows: <br />• Power wash and remove loose material from the wall in preparation for new coating. <br />• Remove existing steel door and surrounding brick, infill opening as necessary. <br />• Replace or repair flashing as necessary. <br />• Install EFIS (Exterior Insulation Finish System) with various thicknesses to make for <br />a more level surface. <br />With HRA authorization, staff will move forward with obtaining quotes for the <br />recommended improvements. Work will begin once a contractor is selected. Director of <br />Economic Development Annie Deckert and I met with Bob Robeck, owner of Elk River <br />Meats, to discuss the building improvements. Mr. Robeck agrees with staff's <br />recommendations and expressed interest in potentially moving forward with additional <br />improvements to the building. <br />P®NERE® er <br />N:\Departments\Community Development\Economic Development\HRA to move\Agenda\Yeaz 2012\2-6-12 HRA ~~~~("' <br />Agenda\724 Main Street Improvements ILdoc w¢~ <br />