Why is the cost of renovating Memorial Union ($80 million) higher than the cost of a new south campus union ($67 million)?
The renovation costs for Memorial Union include many square feet of “historic restoration” expenses. These expenses are often quite a bit higher than new construction expenses because of the additional labor that is required to do this painstaking work. Preserving spaces with murals on the walls (like the Rathskeller) while also installing new plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems can be slow and delicate work. Some parts of the Memorial Union project are estimated to cost over $300 per square foot needed while preserving the building’s historic nature. The new construction costs for a new south campus union are estimated to be anywhere from $225 – $250 a square foot. While this is less than the historic preservation costs of Memorial Union, it is not a figure that “cuts corners” or that will result in a cheaply made building. One of the overall goals for the new south campus union is to build an enduring campus structure that stands the test of time and creates a sense of loya
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