Top of wall that was removed:
Plaster covered exposed parapet wall. Portion of wall that was removed went up to and stopped at the bottom of the plaster
Bottom of wall that was removed:
Wall thickness was cut in half. Original width was approximately 24 inches. New width is approximately 12 inches.
Deteriorated and Missing Mortar:
Bricks are not stuck together with mortar. Brick wall is structurally weak. Bricks could tumble down without warning.
Structural Integrity
Structural strength of the entire building has been compromised by the removal of bricks from this wall.
Severe damage:
Hole extends almost all the way through the wall
Front left corner:
Brick façade could fall on to street.
View Looking Toward Madison Street:
Site is lower than the street. It is unknown if drainage provisions have been met.
Damaged wall:
No mortar is evident between bricks.
Structural Engineer Inspection
Damaged Wall at Interior
Load Bearing Brick Masonry Wall:
Joists are supported in pockets in the wall
Structural Damage Assessment
Interior Space Directly Behind the Damaged Wall