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February 2026 Newsletter

ASUW Shell House Renovation

About the Project

The ASUW Shell House is undergoing a historic renovation to create a modern community space while restoring the vibrant history of the structure.

This 100+ year old building will undergo structural and aesthetic upgrades, window replacement and refurbishment, new feature stairs and elevator, landscaping improvements, and upgraded electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.

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Key Upcoming Events:

  1. The Ship Canal Trail will continue to be closed off to the public through February, opening back up in July 2026.
  2. February marks the end of Truss level structural upgrades, and focuses on ground-level activities.
  3. Asbestos abatement on the roof of the structure will continue through the first week of February, with standardized safety procedures in place for workers and the public.
  4. After abatement, concrete floor demolition and removal of the building’s wood siding will commence.
  5. Once the concrete flooring is removed, trenching for future plumbing, electrical, and elevator installs will occur.
  6. As always, chemical runoff management is always managed meticulously and monitored daily with safeguards in place due to our proximity to the beautiful waterway.