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Asbestos Discovery Adds Millions to Richmond High School Demolition Costs

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What happened

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Crews found a significant amount of asbestos encased in the walls during the demolition of Richmond High School of the Arts in Richmond, Virginia. Richmond Public Schools stated that the material must be removed before demolition can continue. The removal process is expected to add between four and seven months to the project timeline, moving the tentative completion date from fall 2027 to summer 2028.

From 12onyourside.com

Why it matters

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The discovery of asbestos will increase the demolition cost by between $3 million and $5 million. The city of Richmond has a 1% sales tax increase approved by voters, which is set aside for capital projects and could potentially help address these unexpected costs.

From 12onyourside.com

Who's involved

  • RichmondThe location where the demolition is taking place.
  • Richmond High SchoolThe secondary school undergoing demolition.
  • governmentThe governing body responsible for the school division and capital projects.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Richmond High SchoolSpeculative

    Richmond High School could experience delays in project completion and increased demolition costs.

  • governmentSpeculative

    The government may utilize the 1% sales tax increase to help address the project costs.

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