The city of Nelson has issued a public advisory regarding the structural integrity of the Civic Centre’s roof.
A media release from the city stated that during preparation for planned renovations of the building, the City and its project management team discovered that the wooden trusses supporting the building’s roof no longer meet the minimum building code snow loading limits.
As a result, the city has developed a plan to mitigate potential risks to the public and the building’s users.
“The safety and well-being of our community members are paramount to us,” says Mayor Morrison in the release.
“We are taking these concerns seriously and working diligently to address them. The Civic Centre has been a vital part of our city for generations, and it will continue to be a safe and welcoming space for our residents.”
The city says the plan moving forward will combine forecasting, monitoring, visual inspections and regular communications with the organizations within the Civic Centre to ensure the continued safe use of the space.
If snowfall occurs that exceeds the identified load, the building will be closed until the conditions have been mitigated or reduced.
“In light of this possibility, we want the community to be aware of the situation and ask for understanding in the event the building is required to close due to adverse weather conditions,” said the release.
“Again, this plan has been developed to ensure the building is safe to occupy when it is open to the public. We encourage you to continue to support the various activities in the Civic Building Complex. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring the continued safety and vibrancy of the Civic Centre.”
