COLUMBUS, Ind. — Bartholomew County commissioners are preparing for long-delayed exterior repairs and upgrades at the historic courthouse in Columbus.
A $10,000 contract with DLZ Indiana was unanimously approved Monday for a life-cycle analysis of the courthouse which was built in 1874.
“When you have a building that old, there are three or four things that are critical,” county commissioner Larry Kleinhenz said. “Foundation, roof, exterior and sealant.”
Kleinhenz says those conducting the inspection will analyze the degree of deterioration, in order to provide a life expectancy on what they examine.
“The life expectancy study will ultimately lead to a courthouse renovation project tentatively scheduled for 2025,” he said.
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