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Pacific Empire Builders
24 N. Marengo Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
License # 862568 Class B
April 4, 2025
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Blvd #120
Valencia, CA 91355
Project: Feasibility and Quote for Relocation of Historical Building Portion Location: 22505 Market Street, Santa Clarita to Hart Park, Santa Clarita Scope of Work
This report evaluates the feasibility of relocating the historical portion of the building located at 22505 Market Street in Santa Clarita to Hart Park, also in Santa Clarita. The historical section of the building measures approximately 47 feet in width, 47 feet in length, and 30 feet in height.
Due to roadway constraints along the proposed haul route-including limited street widths, sharp turn radii, and numerous overhead obstructions-the building will need to be cut in half to allow for safe and legal transport. This process will require careful structural separation, temporary reinforcement of each section, and precise reassembly at the destination site.
Before relocation, the non-historical portions of the building must also be selectively demolished and removed, ensuring no damage is done to the preserved structure. This report outlines the technical and environmental challenges associated with demolition, separation, transport, site preparation, utility connections, and reassembly. It also provides updated cost estimates to reflect these expanded requirements.
Relocation Route Overview
The proposed relocation route involves the following steps:
1. Starting Location: 22505 Market Street, Santa Clarita The building is situated on Market Street, which connects directly to Railroad Avenue.
2. Turn onto Railroad Avenue (Southbound)
From Market Street, the building would turn south onto Railroad Avenue, a primary road for access.
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3. Continue South on Railroad Avenue
The building would travel south on Railroad Avenue toward the intersection with Newhall Avenue. This route is heavily trafficked, with numerous obstructions such as power lines, traffic signals, and narrow roadways.
4. Turn Right onto 6th Street
The building would make a short right turn onto 6th Street. Although less trafficked, 6th Street is a narrow, residential road that may present clearance challenges. Tree trimming, temporary parking restrictions, and close coordination with nearby property owners may be required to accommodate the building's width and turning radius.
5. Turn Right onto Newhall Avenue (Heading Toward Hart Park) Upon reaching Newhall Avenue, the route would turn right toward Hart Park. The intersection may require temporary removal of signage or street furniture to allow for wide-turn clearance.
6. Enter Hart Park
Upon reaching Hart Park, the building would encounter challenges due to the park's lack of a suitable, flat area for the structure. Extensive grading work would be required, and environmental concerns may arise.
Challenges and Considerations
1. Demolition of Non-Historical Portions
Before relocating the historical section, the non-historical portions must be carefully demolished to avoid damage to the remaining structure. Selective demolition will target specific building components while preserving the integrity of the historical section.
Estimated Cost: $100,000
2. Building Separation for Transport
Due to the structure's overall dimensions and the physical limitations of the haul route-including road widths, turning radii, and overhead obstructions —the historical building must be cut in half to enable transport. This process introduces significant engineering, logistical, and preservation-related challenges:
• Structural Stabilization: Each half of the building must be structurally stabilized to withstand transport stresses. This includes the installation of temporary internal bracing, external support frames, and vibration dampening systems to prevent structural distortion, cracking, or collapse during the move.
Separation Planning: The building must be surgically separated along structural lines that minimize damage to critical architectural or historical elements. This requires detailed engineering analysis, construction documentation, and the use of specialized contractors experienced in historical preservation.
Historic Preservation Risk: The separation process increases the risk of damaging historically significant materials, finishes, or features, which may be irreplaceable or require costly restoration.
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• Reassembly and Reconstruction at Hart Park: Once transported, the two halves of the building must be precisely aligned and rejoined on a newly constructed foundation at Hart Park. This involves custom connection detailing, reintegration of utilities and finishes, and conformance with current building codes and seismic requirements.
• Estimated Cost: $400,000 to $600,000.
3. Obstructions Along Route: Power Lines and Traffic Signals The proposed relocation route is obstructed by overhead power lines and traffic signals, requiring temporary disconnections or relocations. Coordination with utility companies will be necessary, incurring significant costs.
• Obstruction Details: The building will pass approximately eight (8) utility poles on along its route. Power lines and poles may require relocation or elevation to ensure safe clearance during the move.
• Traffic Signal Modifications: Adjustments to approximately six (6) traffic signals may be required to accommodate the building's dimensions.
Estimated Cost: $1,400,000 to $2,400,000
Coordination with Southern California Edison (SCE):
Early coordination with SCE is critical to determine the requirements for relocating or adjusting power lines and poles. SCE will assess feasibility and outline necessary modifications.
4. Site Preparation, Grading, and Foundation Work at Hart Park Hart Park's terrain presents significant challenges for relocation. The lack of a flat, stable area requires extensive site preparation before the building can be placed. Key concerns include steep slopes, unstable soil, and the need to accommodate a two-story structure. • Site Grading: Substantial earthwork is required to level the area, including removal of trees, boulders, and any existing infrastructure. Sloped and uneven terrain will need recontouring to create a buildable pad.
Foundation Construction: A custom-engineered foundation will be required to support the structure. This may include deep excavation, soil stabilization, and structural concrete systems designed to meet current seismic and building code standards.
Geotechnical Concerns: The park's natural soil conditions may reveal unforeseen challenges during grading or excavation, increasing risk of delays or cost escalations.
Estimated Cost: $500,000
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5. Provision of New Utilities
New utility connections will be required for the relocated building, including water and electrical services:
• Water Service: Coordination with Santa Clarita Valley Water (SCV Water) is required to extend water service to the building.
Electrical Service: Southern California Edison (SCE) will need to establish a new electrical connection.
Estimated Cost: $50,000 each for water and electrical services, totaling $100,000.
6. Fence Removal and Reinstallation at Hart Park
The relocation will require removing and reinstalling approximately 40 linear feet of the existing fence at Hart Park, along with associated pilons, to accommodate the building's delivery and placement. Careful disassembly and restoration will be necessary to preserve the appearance and integrity of park infrastructure.
Estimated Cost: $40,000
7. Tree Removal and Protection at Hart Park
Relocating the building may necessitate the removal of certain trees at Hart Park, especially considering that some of the park's trees may be protected under Santa Clarita's general tree preservation policies or environmental guidelines for public parklands. A permit will be required for tree removal or any encroachment on protected zones.
8. Haul Route Impact and Roadway Damage
The relocation of a large, heavy historical structure will exert significant stress on the haul route-particularly along Market Street, Railroad Avenue, 6th Street, and Newhall Avenue-none of which were designed to support extremely heavy, slow-moving loads for extended durations.
Curbing, pavement surfaces, and underground utilities (such as sewer lines, water mains, and telecom conduits) are at elevated risk of cracking, displacement, or collapse due to the concentrated weight and movement of transport equipment. The use of specialized hauling vehicles with wide turning radii also increases the likelihood of damage to intersections, sidewalks, medians, and adjacent infrastructure.
Of particular concern is the intersection of 6th Street and Newhall Avenue, which features a constrained turning radius that may require temporary roadway modifications to safely accommodate the oversized load. Sharp turns or limited clearance areas along 6th Street could necessitate removal or protection of curbs, signs, and landscaping to avoid damage during transport.
To mitigate these risks, temporary structural reinforcements (e.g., steel plating or protective mats) may be needed on vulnerable road segments. Additionally, the City of 4/04/2025 Page 4
Santa Clarita will likely mandate pre- and post-move inspections and require road use bonds or financial deposits to cover any damage-related remediation.
Estimated Cost: $200,000 to 300,000 + Haul Route Deposit Bond Conclusion
Based on the scope of work, site conditions, and route constraints outlined in this report, the proposed relocation of the historical portion of the building from 22505 Market Street to Hart Park presents significant logistical, structural, financial, and environmental challenges.
The requirement to cut the building in half for transport, navigate narrow and obstruction-filled roadways, and perform extensive site grading and utility installations at Hart Park introduces a high degree of complexity and risk. Additional site-specific constraints-such as the removal and reconstruction of fencing and pilons at Hart Park to allow delivery access-further complicate the logistics and increase cost exposure.
Combined with the anticipated total project cost of $2.84 million to $4.04 million, not including contingency allowances for unforeseen conditions, the relocation effort would represent a substantial financial undertaking for a project with multiple technical vulnerabilities — particularly regarding the preservation of historically significant materials.
Given the combination of engineering difficulties, public infrastructure impacts, and risks to the structure's historical integrity, we strongly recommend against proceeding with the relocation as proposed.
For any further questions or clarifications, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Dan Mahoney
Principal
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Exhibit A: Historic Two-Story Building
This exhibit provides images and descriptions of the historic two-story portion of the building at 22505 Market Street that is proposed for relocation.
Exhibit B: Path of Travel and Power Lines and Utility Poles Map This map illustrates the proposed route from 22505 Market Street to Hart Park, highlighting the roads and intersections involved, and identifies the locations of overhead power lines and utility poles along the path of travel, emphasizing the potential obstructions that may require relocation or modification.
Exhibit D: Hart Park Fence Removal Area
This map highlights the section of the existing fence at Hart Park that would need to be removed and reinstalled to accommodate the relocated building. 4/04/2025 Page 6
Exhibit A: Removal of Non-Historical Portions
Historical Portion of
the Building
Non-historical portions
Red Shading Indicates the Non-historical Portions of 22505 Market Street. Green Indicates the historical portion of the structure
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Exhibit B: Proposed Haul Route
Potential Haul Route
Only if building is separated, 6th Street is
approximately 32 ft wide and cannot accommodate
Pine! the building for transportation.
This route will pass
- 8 Power Lines that need to be relocated A
- 6 Signals that need to Modified
Hart Park Fencing will need to be Demolished and
expanded to accommodate the truck and building
A minimum of two trees will need to be removed from
the entrance.
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Exhibit C: Proposed Haul Route - Current Conditions
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The intersection of Market Street and Railroad Avenue. There are numerous power lines and signals in the path of travel.
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Exhibit C: Proposed Haul Route - Current Conditions
There is one power line directly in front of the building on Market Street. There is a second power line across the street which may also be a problem. 4/04/2025 Page 10
Exhibit C: Proposed Haul Route - Current Conditions
Railroad Ave Directly in front of the building. There is one power line and one signal 4/04/2025 Page 11
Exhibit C: Proposed Haul Route - Current Conditions
There are three existing power lines on 6th Street.
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Exhibit D: Hart Park Fence Removal Area - Current Conditions Newball Av
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Current Conditions at Hart Park Entrance. Gated entrance is not large enough to accommodate the site of the structure. Approximately 40 linear feet of the existing fencing will need to be removed and replace.
There is one existing power line in front of this entrance to Hart Park. 4/04/2025 Page 13