Marin Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium Seismic Retrofit

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This project seismically retrofitted the Marin Center VMA to mitigate risks to the occupants of facility in the event of a major seismic incident at the site. The improvements were designed to elevate the structural seismic performance to a level that meets the current code standards for life and safety. Project scope included strengthening the theater stage roof diaphragm, strengthening the stage walls, bracing the suspended control room, and bracing the plaster ceilings. In addition, the project included reroofing above the theater stage. While the building has been closed for the Seismic Retrofit project, an Investigative Report was conducted to evaluate the rest of the VMA building structure and systems. The report found ground settling and deficiencies in the building systems.  A subsequent project was identified in order to ensure the VMA is safe for public use when it reopens. The separate project is scheduled to begin immediately following the Seismic Retrofit project, thereby requiring the building to remain closed through at least Fall 2025. Visit the Veterans Memorial Building Systems Upgrades project webpage.