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We are excited to be entering the final stages of construction, and we look forward to welcoming our community back to a newly-renovated complex.
Current Service Impacts |
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Renovation Details |
The scope of the project includes a complete gut renovation of the existing male and female change rooms for both members and non-members, extension of the second floor exercise area and related improvements, upgrades to existing finishes throughout the ground floor of the lobby and concourse and consolidation of existing service counters into a single point of service. Additional related work such as lifecycle water main replacements and upgrades to building life safety systems have been incorporated for efficiency. Additional details on change room renovations The public change rooms will be combined into a single universal change room and linked with the existing family change room to create a new single suite. All changing will occur in private change cubicles with zero-sightline partitions to ensure privacy for all patrons. Several universal washrooms will be included in the suite, which is intended for use by all patrons, regardless of age or gender and will meet all current accessibility regulations. Two new members change rooms will also be created, sharing access to a new accessible-entry whirlpool, steam and dry saunas. Space constraints made it impossible to provide these amenities in each suite. They will be located in a common access area visible from the pool deck to ensure the visibility and safety of patrons. The common amenity space will remain limited to use by members only. |
Project Timeline |
Project milestones to date
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Project Updates |
November 2021
July 2021
May 2021 Renovations: The CHDRC renovations have transitioned from removals and demolition to new construction. The old reception desk has been removed and floor tiles in the lobby and corridor areas have been stripped down to bare concrete. Work is currently focusing on laying new plumbing lines and foundations, as well as completing structural work required to extend the second floor cardio area. The City and contractor are working together to complete as much of the renovation work as possible while the facility is shut down. Tennis Court Lighting: The City has retained an electrical engineering consultant to review the condition of the existing lighting systems in the tennis courts, and recommend suitable replacement fixtures. The project will be tendered as soon as possible, with the intention of completing all related work while users take advantage of summer weather and opportunities for outdoor play. The indoor courts will be closed for a short period in the late summer and early fall to allow for the existing lights to be replaced. March 2021 Highlights:
January 2021 Phased construction begins. January 2019 The City held an Open House with the Architectural, Engineering and Landscape Design consultant to reveal schematic designs and gather public input. October 2018 The City conducted a survey to gather feedback from the community and facility users on their preferences for the Recreation Complex improvements. The survey was available to complete from October 2018 – January 2019. View a summary of the results. |
Frequently Asked Questions |
1. Why does the facility need an upgrade? The Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (CHDRC) originally opened its doors in 1983. Thirty-seven years later, many of the building’s components, systems and key amenities are aging and in need of a substantial retrofit. Recreation facility design and regulatory requirements have changed substantially since this facility was opened and this project will, where possible, address user expectations for a functional and inviting facility. Notable changes include accessibility requirements in the Building Code and regulations made under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and more recent changes in universal design to address the requirements of Human Rights legislation. While the facility undergone a series of superficial face lifts to its core public areas and amenities, it has never undergone a full renovation, which would normally be expected to occur in the 25-30 year range, as many major building systems and components have reached end of life.
2. What elements of the existing Recreation Complex are being renovated? The scope of the project includes a complete gut renovation of the existing male and female change rooms for both members and non-members, extension of the second floor exercise area and related improvements, upgrades to existing finishes throughout the ground floor of the lobby and concourse and consolidation of existing service counters into a single point of service. Additional related work such as lifecycle water main replacements and upgrades to building life safety systems have been incorporated for efficiency. Additional details on change room renovations The public change rooms will be combined into a single universal change room and linked with the existing family change room to create a new single suite. All changing will occur in private change cubicles with zero-sightline partitions to ensure privacy for all patrons. Several universal washrooms will be included in the suite, which is intended for use by all patrons, regardless of age or gender and will meet all current accessibility regulations. Two new members change rooms will also be created, sharing access to a new accessible-entry whirlpool, steam and dry saunas. Space constraints made it impossible to provide these amenities in each suite. They will be located in a common access area visible from the pool deck to ensure the visibility and safety of patrons. The common amenity space will remain limited to use by members only.
3. How will you minimize disruption to service? The work has been sequenced in phases to reduce disruptions to ongoing operations. Allowances have been included in the tender for the completion of particularly disruptive activities outside of normal operating hours. |