Have you ever needed something, but did not have the transportation or it was too far away? This is a question that most can relate to in some way. Growing up in a small town this is something that was often faced and the commute to the “big city” was sometimes a daunting thought. The hour or more drive, terrible traffic and the crazy drivers, but it is what had to be done to go to the movies, Home Depot, the Pediatrician, OB/GYN and Chili’s. While some may not be able to comprehend the idea of this it is the life for many people living in small and rural communities. Not all of the everyday needs are readily available to the people of these areas, especially specialized health care (Amundson, Bruce). Living in a small community comes with
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It will be beneficial to identify which type will best accommodate the project. “Preservation is preserving a place as it is in the present” (ctb.ku.edu) Rehabilitation gives a history property a new use but retains or repairs its features. This would be a suitable approach for an existing building and re-purposing it for a health care facility. Restoration puts a building back to its original state, which eliminates any previous repairs and alterations. Reconstruction may include an accurate copy of a historic property; this may include a historic exhibit …show more content…
The state of repair, cost of restoration and the restrictions that may come with tax incentives and grants, also resistance may come from members of the community who do not support the project (ctb.ku.edu). The renovation of old buildings can come with risk and needs to be handled by a professional. Asbestos was a leading product for insulation, sheetrock and many other building material, but is now linked to many health risk. Lead paint was banned in the 1940’s and over 40% of the nations structures contain lead paint, it can be harmful if not handle properly. Mold is commonly caused by water-damage, which is often found in old abandoned buildings. Mold is a serious health risk and has to be removed by a professional (environmentalinspectionsite.com). A licensed contractor needs to conduct all demolition on an old
It will be beneficial to identify which type will best accommodate the project. “Preservation is preserving a place as it is in the present” (ctb.ku.edu) Rehabilitation gives a history property a new use but retains or repairs its features. This would be a suitable approach for an existing building and re-purposing it for a health care facility. Restoration puts a building back to its original state, which eliminates any previous repairs and alterations. Reconstruction may include an accurate copy of a historic property; this may include a historic exhibit …show more content…
The state of repair, cost of restoration and the restrictions that may come with tax incentives and grants, also resistance may come from members of the community who do not support the project (ctb.ku.edu). The renovation of old buildings can come with risk and needs to be handled by a professional. Asbestos was a leading product for insulation, sheetrock and many other building material, but is now linked to many health risk. Lead paint was banned in the 1940’s and over 40% of the nations structures contain lead paint, it can be harmful if not handle properly. Mold is commonly caused by water-damage, which is often found in old abandoned buildings. Mold is a serious health risk and has to be removed by a professional (environmentalinspectionsite.com). A licensed contractor needs to conduct all demolition on an old