Pasadena Council OKs Soft Story Retrofit Law

March 2019 Newsletter.

San Diego’s iconic California Tower in Balboa Park recently closed its doors to the public to undergo an extensive seismic retrofit project. Clearly, this 100-year-old tower is cherished within the community, which is why city leaders are spending the money to make it stronger. We hear similar comments from apartment owners wanting to retrofit their soft-story buildings. These structures are their life’s work, retirement plan, and a legacy they hope to leave for their children. Protecting their investment is as important to them as preserving the California Tower is to the city of San Diego. Contact us today for a free consultation to learn more about your retrofit needs and how to best protect your assets.

Ali Sahabi, GEC
Principal, Optimum Seismic, Inc.

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Join us and our partner associations for a free educational workshop about retrofits and resiliency. Our next event is April 9th, hosted by AAGLA. Click below for details or to find other events.
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