Operational Phase I - Student Services January 17, 2006

Operational Phase II - All other occupants February 1, 2006

Project Description: The row buildings on the 1800 Block of  Liacouras Walk South have been vacant for some years.  The University has a number of pressing space needs that can be met by putting these buildings back into active use.  However, the present configuration of the row houses is inefficient for these uses.  The buildings are a part of a City of Philadelphia Historic District.  Discussions with the Historical Commission have indicated that consideration will be given to retaining the building façade on the east and south side of the structure, while demolishing the rear portions of the buildings to accommodate new construction.  The University is giving consideration to constructing up to 5 stories while maintaining and restoring the historic façade to accommodate multiple uses which may include: health care for students and staff; functions to be relocated from Curtis Hall to make way for the new Fox School Building including the Academic Resource Center and the Math/Science Learning Center; the CLA Advising Center and space for University functions.