Preserving Alban Towers

The challenges of preserving Alban Towers, a 1929 building historically significant for its architecture.

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July 18, 2001, 5:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"In return for a 20 percent tax credit, the company is renovating the public spaces to National Park Service as well as District standards for historic renovation, according to Kane. Sprinkler systems, emergency staircases and accessibility requirements have been accommodated without intruding on the period spaces."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

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