Lendrum Manor and Villa

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In 2009, Capital Regional Housing purchased the Lendrum Site, comprising two existing 24 - unit rental apartment buildings. The site location, within close walking distance to the Saville Centre station of the new south LRT avails residents of excellent access to public transportation; and site is on the north boundary of the desirable Lendrum residential neighbourhood, near the University Farm.

The two buildings (Lendrum Villa and Lendrum Manor) are similar in plan configuration and appearance, but different in construction. The Lendrum Villa is a wood frame structure, while the Lendrum Manor was constructed using lightweight concrete block for the exterior bearing walls. Both buildings were constructed in the 1960's. An engineering study found that while sound structurally, some aspects of these buildings required upgrading for the planned CRHC occupancy.

Both the Lendrum Villa and Lendrum Manor received building code up-grades including a new fire alarm system. New finishes to lobby, corridor and stairwell areas, and new roofing were provided to both buildings. In addition the Lendrum Villa received replacement of all exterior windows, a new boiler, new exterior wall cladding with up-graded insulation, new balcony floor finish and selective suite interior improvements. These improvements to Lendrum Villa will result in noticeably reduced energy consumption. The exterior of the Lendrum Manor was also partially renovated with window replacement to several suites, and selective replacement of stucco finishes.

The buildings continued to be tenant occupied, which added to complexity in the planning and execution of the renovations. However, building tenants were co-operative, with several tenants moving temporarily to alternative accommodation during the construction work.

At completion, these buildings will be in position to provide many years of reliable housing accommodation with improved comfort and energy efficiency. The large and attractively located site allows for a future increase in the number of actual units that can be accommodated at the Lendrum location.