Annapolis, MD
Schnackel Engineers’ extensive communication and negotiation between the design team and the local utilities was a critical element in this project. SE faced major phasing challenges in coordinating code and utility requirements due to fact that the expansion required the relocation of several existing utility transformers and coordination with existing high voltage electrical lines that passed below grade through the existing mall and into the new expansion. These transformers and lines were relocated while maintaining power supply to the existing tenants. SE also designed an innovative secondary drainage system for the expansion, and relocated the fire pump and fire command center as well. A major challenge of this expansion was to maintain continuous operation of all systems throughout construction.