Improvements, Repairs & Renovations

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Exterior, Window & Door Repairs & Replacements

As Ottawa’s largest landlord and affordable housing provider, OCH is committed to making its buildings are as energy-efficient as possible. An important component of that commitment is to work towards improving the overall state of our windows and doors, as well as fixing air and water leakages.

Each year we assess and prioritize projects within this category to fix building components such as windows, doors, and building exteriors (cladding; ex.: brick, metal, or wood). These changes can often lead to savings for tenants on their utilities.

Throughout these projects, OCH communicates with tenants to inform them of the progress of the work. This helps minimize disruption and facilitate the completion of the repairs.

Communities scheduled to undergo repairs, replacement, or improvement in 2020 (please note that this list is not exhaustive):

Windows and/or Doors

MacDonald Manor
Beauséjour
1041 Wellington Street
Confederation Court

Exterior

Cameron Court
215 Nepean Street
Allard Place
Winthrop Court
1485 Caldwell Avenue

*Timeline, budget, and scope of work may vary based on unforeseen circumstances such as weather and availabilities of products by contractors.

More Information: Contact your Property Manager through the OCHC Call Centre at 613-731-1182 (option 2).

Last Updated: March 2020

Mechanical and Electrical Upgrades

As various mechanical systems and associated components near the end of their life cycle, OCH invests to ensure that these systems are in good working order and that they are replaced with more energy efficient equipment wherever possible.

The types of improvements under this category can include boilers, electrical, air units, and heating, among others. OCH communicates with tenants to help minimize the disruption to their lives and facilitate the successful completion of these projects.

Communities scheduled to undergo repairs, replacement, or improvement in 2020 (please note that this list is not exhaustive):

391 Piccadilly Avenue
123 Augusta Avenue
110 Cobourg Street
261 Garneau Street
1065 Ramsey Crescent
540 Thomson Street
181 Bruyere Street
340 Gloucester Street
380 Murray Street
1450, 1460, and 1470 Heron Road
1365 Bank Street
138 Arlington Avenue

*Timeline, budget, and scope of work may vary based on unforeseen circumstances such as weather and availabilities of products by contractors.

More Information: Contact your Property Manager through the OCHC Call Centre at 613-731-1182 (option 2).

Last Updated: March 2020

Elevator Replacement

OCH is investing in replacing and modernizing elevators in various buildings across its portfolio. As these projects move forward, we communicate with tenants to help minimize the disruption to their lives and to help facilitate the successful completion of these projects.

Communities scheduled to undergo repairs, replacement, or improvement in 2020 (please note that this list is not exhaustive):

540 Thomson Street
201 Friel Street
507 Riverdale Avenue
453 Cooper Street
215 Nepean Street
181 Bruyere Street
160 Charlotte Street
445 Richmond Road

*Timeline, budget, and scope of work may vary based on unforeseen circumstances such as weather and availabilities of products by contractors.

More Information: Contact your Property Manager through the OCHC Call Centre at 613-731-1182 (option 2).

Last Updated: March 2020

Fire & Life Safety Replacements

OCH works with key partners such as Ottawa Fire Services, Office of the Fire Marshall on a regular basis to assess and prioritize the fire and life safety needs of our homes. OCH communicates with tenants to provide updates on the work done to minimize disruption and facilitate the completion of the repairs.

Communities scheduled to undergo repairs, replacement, or improvement in 2020 (please note that this list is not exhaustive):

Fire Alarm System

540 Thomson Street
380 Murray Street
1365 Bank Street
160 Charlotte Street

Generators

- 415 MacLaren Street
- 280 Rochester Street
- 540 Thomson Street
- 1455 Clementine Boulevard
- 1455 Heatherington Road
- 215 Wurtemburg Street

Sprinkler Systems

MacDonald Manor

*Timeline, budget, and scope of work may vary based on unforeseen circumstances such as weather and availabilities of products by contractors.

More Information: Contact your Property Manager through the OCHC Call Centre at 613-731-1182 (option 2).

Last Updated: March 2020

Site Improvements

OCH is committed to nurturing healthy, safe and inclusive communities. That’s why we continue to invest in site improvements to beautify and improve the livability of our communities. Some examples of these types of projects include:

Resurfacing of asphalt drives and driveways
Grass and landscaping
Replacement of stairs and walls
Replacement of fencing and play structures
Improvements to interior finishes, such as laundry rooms and corridors

As we move these projects forward, OCH communicates with tenants to provide updates on the work done to minimize disruption and facilitate the completion of the repairs.

Communities scheduled to undergo repairs, replacement, or improvement in 2020 (please note that this list is not exhaustive):

Interior finishes

215 Wurtemburg Street
415 MacLaren
1065 Ramsey Crescent
MacDonald Manor
Walkley Manor
310, 320, and 430 Wiggins Private

Exterior Site improvements (landscaping, paving, fence, etc.)

Debra-Dynes and Rideauview
Allard Place
1065 Ramsey Crescent
415 MacLaren Street

*Timeline, budget, and scope of work may vary based on unforeseen circumstances such as weather and availabilities of products by contractors.

More Information: Contact your Property Manager through the OCHC Call Centre at 613-731-1182 (option 2).

Last Updated: March 2020

Structural Restoration

The structural integrity of our properties is important. Repairs to structural elements can have a significant impact on the tenants, as they can be loud and dusty. Throughout these projects, OCH communicates with tenants to provide updates on the work done to minimize disruption and facilitate the completion of the repairs. The types of structural repairs include: balconies, foundations, and parking garages.

Communities scheduled to undergo repairs, replacement, or improvement in 2020 (please note that this list is not exhaustive):

200/201 Friel Street
375 Gilmour Street
379 Gilmour Street
2487 Iris Street
Somerset Rooming House
205 Gladstone Avenue
450 Laurier Avenue
415 MacLaren Street

*Timeline, budget, and scope of work may vary based on unforeseen circumstances such as weather and availabilities of products by contractors.

More Information: Contact your Property Manager through the OCHC Call Centre at 613-731-1182 (option 2).

Last Updated: March 2020

Roof Repairs and Replacements

As the roofing on various buildings nears the end of its normal life cycle and needs replacement and/or significant repairs, OCH completes condition assessments to prioritize repairs and replacements and communicates with tenants to help minimize the disruption to their lives and facilitate the successful completion of these projects.