Matching Funds Program can Raise up to $300K for Porch Renovation
The LHYCHF is extremely pleased to announce the kick-off of a very exciting Matching Funds effort dedicated to the completing the LHYC Porch Project.Two private donors have each individually committed to match up to $100K of donated funds. Initiatives are underway to engage friends and members of the LHYC Clubhouse to raise $100K. If goals are met, the LHYCHF will fund up to $300K to the restoration and rehabilitation of the porch. The expected budget of the restorative work is around $300K. Areas of the project not related to restoration work, such as furnishing and decorative work will not be funded by the LHYCHF. To read more about the LHYCHF mission please click here.
The impact of this Matching Funds Program on both the LHYCHF and the LHYC Clubhouse is a historic first for both entities completing the largest restorative work in decades. The current Matching Fund effort will conclude the last of the Three Stage restorative project on the porch and front facade of the LHYC Clubhouse.
Thoughtful planning of the LHYCHF funded restoration projects of the lower porch and column structure has set the stage for a seamless and cost effective Upper Porch restoration. The Upper Porch continues to pose threats to the integrity of the building with a variety of leaks, faltering material and out of date building codes.
Retoring the porch structurally will allow the porch to be used as originally conceived – as a place for visitors to enjoy the lake views.
This area (the Juniors Room) will need to be repurposed as a result of code requirements.
This area (the Juniors Room) will need to be repurposed as a result of code requirements.
The existing stairs that now lead to the mezzanine and upper porch are not to code. Removing, relocating or repurposing the stairs has not been decided.
The rear West side of the building will soon be the home to code required exit egress.
Architectural design will ensure that the front of the building will continue its visual integrity despite requirements for egress codes on the sides and towards the rear of the building.
LHYCHF board President George Albanese reviews the Architectural drawings presented by Brian Murphy.
LHYCHF must be sure that any of its funded projects keep as close to original structure, materials and architectural feel as possible. Mixing today’s codes with a 100+ structure can be not only costly but a very delicate process.
Northwest Bulkhead has rotting railing, sagging posts and insufficient roofing
Northwest Bulkhead has rotting railing, sagging posts and insufficient roofing
Rotted wood posts and railing not only are unsafe, but pose threats to the integrity of the lower porch structure.
Porch is almost sagging away from the building creating crevices which allow snow, ice and water into the structure.
Sagging pitch and old windows/doors create snow and water damage both to the interior of the building as well as the structure.
Restoring the porch structurally will allow the porch to be used as originally conceived – as a place for visitors to enjoy the lake views.
Railings will not only need to be rebuild to suit original design, but thought must be taken to adhere to current code regulations.
