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: December 2025
Wilshire Chiller Plant - Project Site
Construction Progress Pictures
Upcoming Milestones
- CMU Wall Installation
- Underground MEP
- Slab on Grade Pours
- Wall Framing
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
Q1 2025 Project Update
Wilshire Chiller Plant Relocation
The demolition of electrical and fiber encasements around the building perimeter continued until the end of the first week of April. As sections of encasements were removed, their trenches were filled in and compacted. In the second week of April, over-excavation and compaction of the chiller building were carried out, followed by survey work for elevations, flooring, and building corners.
Pile drilling commenced in early April. As the holes were excavated, reinforcement bar cages were placed inside, followed by concrete pouring. The concrete foundation piles were poured and are curing. The installation of the foundation grey beams began in the last week of April. Concrete-Masonry-Unit (CMU) walls began installation in mid-May. Electrical and mechanical piping trenching and installation were underway in the third week of the month. The new gas line near Lemon Street will be completed by the end of April, with backfilling finished by the second week of May. The installation of a new building sewer line will commence in the last week of April. Over-excavation for the compressor room is expected to be completed at the start of May.