The objective of the Project is to renovate and make operational the Costa Building to extend the life

and usefulness of the building facility located at 133 East Washington Street, Athens, GA. The

construction phase will require the installation of but not limited to new plumbing, ADA access ramps,

3-story ~3,000SF building addition on the North side of the Costa building, elevator, two sets of stairs,

electrical, mechanical, insulation, windows, and storefronts. Allowances will be held for wall and

flooring finishes until the occupant needs are identified. The existing mural on the west facade is an

important piece of urban art and is to be protected and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

The building has gone through asbestos abatement, PCB removal, and mold removal during the interior

demolition completed in March of 2022. An acceptance letter has been received from a third party

inspection agency that the building is clear of asbestos and PCB’s. There is lead paint that remains on

the ceilings and walls and is intended to be removed through demolition or encapsulated under the scope

of this project.

The Costa Building was built by and named after the Costa family. The family ran a popular ice cream

parlor at this location for almost 40 years. The building was built in 1910 and consists of a three-story

concrete frame and brick exterior with a full basement. The building has approximately 50 feet of

frontage and is 80 feet deep with a total of 15,918 square feet.