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Taunton State Hospital
May 26, 2009
4:21 AM
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I am not exactly sure, but to be perfectly honest I have not seen the site as much as I would like too, as it is a great distance from my home. The buildings are dated as far back as the 1900's I believe, yet it very well could be even earlier.

As you know with time and age comes fatiuge, structural issues and stability which pretty much all amounts to the samething, but given a proper inspection the results might be feaseable to render the buildings sound enough to renovate and give them a better chance at survival.

PS: I want to apologise if at any point in my previous post I sounded or came across gruff, crass or otherwise. I suspect my statement could have been said with less aggression.

May 25, 2009
4:46 PM
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NorthMountianRidge;11952 said:
The idea of typical sprawl to replace such beautiful history was and is still beyond me, I never understood that and I'm glad that I don't, while I do believe in growth and a fresh new start there has to be an implimentation of preservation within the new plan whatever that might be.
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Is there anything worth preserving at the Tauton site, or is it all coming down. What there is worth saving,

Who is the contact at Costello for the job.

May 25, 2009
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I am guessing then the project will start soon, although snags do arise it's my feeling this will be as smooth as any other project of it's kind. Costello has a pretty good track record from what I am aware of, you spoke of Waltham and Danvers, now Danvers was a royal pain in the ass but not from the demo side. The problems arose during the construction and also in the design phase with implimentation of the Kirkbride Structure.

The idea of typical sprawl to replace such beautiful history was and is still beyond me, I never understood that and I'm glad that I don't, while I do believe in growth and a fresh new start there has to be an implimentation of preservation within the new plan whatever that might be.

This and this alone is what brought me into photography and documenting the past with a broad glance into the future, showing generations to come what came before them.

May 25, 2009
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Call Costello they were awarded the project Friday.

May 24, 2009
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When do you think they will start demo on the Tauton State Hospital? It looks like some pretty old buildings, but I hear they are burned pretty bad. Is there a plan to save any of it, or is it all coming down. Would probably make for some awesome photos too.

May 24, 2009
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demoman518;11431 said:
I see that this project is out to bid and the DCAM estimated it at $5.8 million. I know that it is around 400,000 SF of dilapitated old 3 & 4 story buildings but why such a high number? Is it organized labor or unions? or the abatement? or the unknowns?

NASDI took down the State Hospital in Waltham and Danvers. I know the places are loaded with absestos and lead paint. That could have something to do with it.

May 14, 2009
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April 9, 2009
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This job happens to be one I was waiting for as I'd like to photograph the process much like Stephen Ducati does for Testa, only this is for my own enjoyment but then I don't mind sharing with you folks as well.

So with that said if anyone can keep tabs on this particular project and post info as it comes in I'd appreciate it much thank you folks.

PS: I happen to know of a major demolition/abatement project coming soon in Jersey City NJ taking place at the A Harry Moore housing project, it's part of the Hope VI program and will make room for new low rise housing and affordable units as well.

April 9, 2009
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I see that this project is out to bid and the DCAM estimated it at $5.8 million. I know that it is around 400,000 SF of dilapitated old 3 & 4 story buildings but why such a high number? Is it organized labor or unions? or the abatement? or the unknowns?

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