Project Overview

Considered the first phase of the New Performing Arts Complex project, the Wilshire Chiller Plant will be relocated adjacent to its original location to accommodate the future construction of the New Performing Arts Complex in its original building footprint. The facilities deliver temperature control to the buildings in its vicinity, including the Wilshire Center. The new facility will provide the same service to the current buildings in addition to the new Performing Arts Complex. The relocation of the infrastructure will be carried in coordination with the local utility, Southern California Edison (SCE).

 

Status: Construction

Project Costs: Measure J=$14,772,894

Architect of Record: Pfeiffer Partners Architects, Inc.

General Contractor: Plumbing, Piping, Construction, Inc.

Project Manager: Aaron Choi

Program Management: MAAS Companies

Construction Start: May 2024

Anticipated Completion: August 2025

 

Wilshire Chiller Plant - Project Site

wilshire site

Construction Progress Pictures

Upcoming Milestones

  • Demolition Activities
  • Site Utilities
  • Relocation of Electrical Lighting Control Panel

Impacts and Closures

  • Working is scheduled Monday - Friday From 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Expect some noise during construction

Emergency Contact

  • Nick Lopez: (714) 209-2386

Q4 2024 Project Update

Wilshire Chiller Plant Relocation

Construction is full steam ahead. Trenching is wrapping up this week; the north trench along Chapman Avenue has been completed with no issues. Electrical duct bank installation is now underway. PPC identified an existing underground tunnel just north of the Wilshire Auditorium; demolition will occur as needed. A gas line was also identified, a portion of which will be rerouted. All telecom, electrical, and mechanical vaults have been delivered and are ready to be installed.

PPC also identified a drywell on the south side of the site that is not in conflict with the project. Repairs will be made as needed. Next to that, an eight-inch storm drain was identified that is in conflict with the project.

The construction manager met with the civil engineer on site to reroute a portion to remove the conflicting pathway with the vault. Construction is now tracking approximately two weeks ahead of schedule.