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Eastern entrance to the State Capitol and the Annex portion that is slated to be torn down. |
It appears the demolition of the eastern portion of the State Capitol is under way as both the stairs and portions of the granite exterior are being removed as part of the billion-dollar-plus project. While the legislature and Governor have already
moved ahead making decisions about the Annex plans behind closed doors, three lawsuits are still pending to challenge the legality of the effort and could end up halting work midway.
I find it very odd to walk around the construction site and not seeing a single sign posted about the project, almost as if the legislators are ashamed. All the other state offices being built in town have giant posters with pictures showing what will be constructed there someday. Even the monthly newsletter concerning this project have not been sent out in over two years. Remember, this is a $1.4 billion restoration, rehabilitation or reconstruction of the current
State Capitol Annex. Estimated completion date in 2025.
There is very little known about what will actually be built once completed. These are some links I found useful.
California lawmakers consider proposal for new
billion-dollar Capitol Annex building (Architect's rendering)
State Capitol Annex Project (DGS)
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A overview map of all the underground construction and size
of the new Capitol Annex building |
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Southern side to the State Capitol where an underground parking garage will be built. |
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Northeastern side to the State Capitol Annex that is slated to be demolished. |
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Eastern side to the State Capitol Annex that is slated to be demolished. |
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Southeastern side to the State Capitol Annex where an underground parking garage will be built. |
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Southeastern side to the State Capitol Annex where an underground parking garage will be built. |
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Southern side to the State Capitol Annex where an underground parking garage will be built. |
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Southern side to the State Capitol Annex where an underground parking garage will be built to the sidewalk. |
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Southwestern side to the State Capitol where an underground parking garage will be built. |
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Western side to the State Capitol Annex where an underground visitors center will be built. |
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Northern side to the State Capitol Annex that appears to be a staging area for construction. |
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Northern side to the State Capitol Annex that appears to be a staging area for construction. |