Yale University, 87 to 85 Trumbull Street Move

In an effort to build a new economics center where this existing historic, early-19th-century two-story structure stood, Yale selected Petra Construction to assist with its relocation a few hundred feet down the road. This New Haven landmark was originally built as a residence in 1807 and then later moved to 87 Trumbull Street and rebuilt in 1871. At the initial site, two brick additions were removed, and all the mechanical systems were disconnected from the basement. The preparation of the new site, formerly a parking lot, consisted of asphalt and contaminated soil removal, the installation of dry wells for runoff and a sump pump, excavation for the new foundation, and shoring due to the close proximity of a neighboring building. Once the building was relocated, it received a new roof and siding along one side, as well as a new driveway. Additionally, the mechanical systems were reinstalled in the new basement, and a bathroom was added to the first floor.

Awards:
2022 AIA Connecticut Elizabeth Mills Brown Merit Award (presented to Nelson Edwards Company Architects)

2022 CBC Project Team Award - Small Higher Education

2022 CT-ABC Excellence in Construction Award - Special Projects