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Laurel Packinghouse Restoration
 Construction will begin on the Laurel Packinghouse in December as the City of Kelown takes steps to conserve the oldest and largest packinghouse in British Columbia.
Council set aside funding in the 2009 Capital Budget. The Government of Canada has recently committed funding of $1.1-million under the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund .
The 90 year old building is a nationally-designated heritage landmark and is home to the B.C. Orchard Industry Museum and B.C. Wine Museum.
Project details:
Interior
- Partial removal of the second floor offices which were added into the original attic storage space in 1983
- Structural restoration of the main floor
- The relocation of the space for the BC Wine Museum and BC Orchard Museum
- Miscellaneous mechanical, electrical, plumbing and civil work
External
- Structural repair of the brick walls and timber roof framing including the restoration of the original roof configuration
- Replacement of external appurtenances such as loading docks, rail line and a heritage box car
- South facing windows will be replaced with doors
- The wheelchair ramp will be moved to the western side yard frontage;
- Replacement of the xeroscape garden with a “heritage” garden and plaza area
Background
A structural review identified that repairs are needed to ensure that the building responds predictably in extreme winds, heavy snowfall, or the rare occurrence of an earthquake. In addition, the mechanical, electrical and sprinkler systems are nearing the end of their service life. The building also needs upgrades to meet current codes for accessibility.
Upgrades will ensure the long term safety of the building and the restoration of this Kelowna landmark to its original external appearance.
Schedule
Starting in December, construction will take place with the removal of the existing xeroscape garden to make way for temporary construction and storage trailers. A design for a “heritage” garden and plaza area will be submitted to Council once construction has been completed.
For more information, contact:
Joel Shaw
Project Engineer
Utilities & Buildings Project Management
Phone: 250 469-8739
Email: jshaw@kelowna.ca
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