Overview
New paint, improved lighting, safer elevators and security guards are just part of the $1.6 million renovation nearly complete at the JC Penney Garage in downtown Anchorage. Previous work on the garage took place in the early 80s and early 90s, but not on the scale of this latest project.
History
Originally constructed in 1965, the 8-story parking structure has had a history of corrosion related distress and repairs from chloride contamination. During 1993-1995, the garage underwent concrete repair, reinforcing steel along spiral exit ramp, parking deck relighting & restoration. But that was the most significant work done on the garage since its construction — until now.
New Management
Anchorage Community Development Authority took over management of the garage as part of the administration’s commitment to adding more parking spaces downtown. The garage has been under-utilized in recent years, and the security measures along with the renovation are designed to make it a safer, more enticing place to park.
Since ACDA took over management of the garage
- Provided temporary parking for 226 displaced State of Alaska workers
- Safer parking garage with 24/7 security added in January, 2006
- Bus shelter removal which provided safer visibility and walking area for pedestrians
- Additional lighting added and lighter paint applied within the facility
- Elevator repair & elevator cab refurbish
- Lobby heating repaired on all levels (7), new flooring applied & façade improvement
- Stairwell repair and slip proof paint applied on stairwells
- Exterior façade improvements that include new paint, new lighting, steel overlay exterior, and new signage
For additional information, please contact Anchorage Community Development Authority at 297-4431.
