The University of Wisconsin-Platteville faced diverse infrastructure deficiencies at each of its nine residence halls, which were constructed between 1961 and 1968. For instance, only one hall offered an elevator, many of the existing building systems had exceeded their life expectancies, and interior finishes were significantly deteriorated. In response to these challenges, Strang collaborated with the campus’ facility staff to complete a comprehensive study that determined the existing condition of each building and its systems; identified required repairs, replacements or improvements; and estimated the cost for each recommendation.

After analyzing preexisting facility data, Strang’s team of specialists conducted a “top to bottom” building condition survey for each residence hall. These in-depth reviews considered key areas of concern, such as the exterior walls; roofs; structural issues; asbestos; ADA compliance; and telecommunications, life safety, lighting, power, HVAC and plumbing systems. The result of the study was a prioritized electronic 20-year master plan to schedule maintenance and renovation projects to reduce construction costs, minimize disruptions to campus operations, and coincide with the State’s budgeting periods. This working computer model can be modified and updated by campus staff as conditions change.

Strang also completed a facilities plan for the historic 49,000 square foot Rountree Hall, which had been vacant for many years and fallen into disrepair. The total facilities renovation plan evaluated reusing the building and the costs involved. Cost estimates were developed for upgrading the building code and maintenance deficiencies, repair of the exterior stone and foundation, replacement of windows and roof and costs for altering the interior for reuse as apartments.