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Design Concept Assumptions
March 14, 2003

PSU Recreation Center
Project Number 78900
Design Concept Assumptions
An attachment for the meeting of March 14, 2003

Prepared by: Jamin AAsum
  1. RECREATION PROGRAM
    1. Full program defined at 125,000 GSF.
    2. First floor should include natatorium, locker rooms, outdoor rec, climbing, entry and lounge
    3. Program might be 1 or 2 phase development depending on option.
    4. Potential phase 2 development might include; M.A.C.; full natatorium; leisure pool.
    5. Minimum track length is 1/10 mile (requiring a three court gym below).
    6. Single entry control point is required.
    7. Climbing gym needs minimum of 32’ height clearance .

  2. STUDENT HOUSING PROGRAM
    1. Below grade parking not feasible.
    2. Student housing to use flexible module suitable for studio, or multiple bedroom units.
    3. Student housing should include office, laundry and lounge.
    4. Student housing adjacent or integral with recreation center.
    5. Potential retail food space could be included related to recreation and housing lobbies.
    6. Student housing entry can adjacent to, but must be separated from recreation facility entry.

  3. SITE PLANNING PARAMETERS
    1. Maximum site area is 200’x216’ to match 11th Street building setback to south.
    2. Concept plan options to be developed with and without relocation of Marston House.
    3. Site plan options to be developed with and without 20’ easement for Market Street trees.
    4. Major recreation uses should be located on 1-5 levels below 75’ for exiting and life safety.
    5. Student housing height can range from 125’-150’ depending on zoning bonuses.
    6. Main entry for recreation facility should be located on 11th at Market or Mill corner.
    7. Outdoor recreation access and facility service access should be located on Mill Street.
    8. Main entry for student housing can be along 11th, 12th, or Market Streets.
Design Concept Alternatives
Design Concept Alternative Initial Rec Program Phase 2 Addition Student Housing Program Retain Marsten House Market Street Tree Setback
Full Block Rec Center 125,000 sf N N N Y
Phased Rec Center (w/ Marston House) 110,000 sf 15,000 sf
MAC / Leisure Pool		 N Y Y
Rec Center (w/ Housing) 125,000 sf N 180 Units (attached) N Y




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