UC Davis Health Medical Center
California Tower
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Late 2021
2030
1 million sq. ft.
14 stories (main tower); 5 stories (pavilion)
$3.75 billion
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An Anchor Institution Project for the Community
UC Davis plans to further its role as an Anchor Institution to help fuel the economic health and overall wellbeing of the neighborhoods surrounding its Sacramento campus. Anchor institutions shape their practices around employment opportunities, small business contracting, volunteer ‘people-power’ and local investments to help create stronger local neighborhoods. This commitment includes providing job opportunities for local builders and tradespeople as well as setting prevailing wage requirements for all laborers who work on site.
The California Tower project reflects UC Davis Health’s long-time commitment to education, research, patient care and community health. It complements the health system’s mission of improving health for all. It is also the result of state seismic safety mandates, which require the demolition of existing patient care facilities at UC Davis Medical Center.
When completed in 2030, California Tower will include a 14-story hospital facility and 5-story pavilion adjacent to the existing medical center – part of a hospital complex which has served the neighborhoods at this location for 150 years. This new $3.75 billion project will further harness the advantage of being Sacramento County’s second-largest employer to increase community wealth-building and strengthen the socioeconomic infrastructure of the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Individual Rooms: A key to improving healing
The adaptability of the patient rooms to meet a critical care surge means the new facilities – with the potential for temporarily creating 238 ICU rooms – will be positioned to meet regional needs for the next 50 years. The tower project will roughly double the square footage of the medical center, creating a total of 702 inpatient beds for the entire complex.
California Tower will add approximately one million square feet of space. It will include new operating rooms, an imaging center, and new facilities for existing pharmacy and burn care units.
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Improving health outcomes
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Leveraging economic power to improve health for all
UC Davis Health recognizes that significant disparities and inequalities in health outcomes exist for Sacramento’s under-resourced communities. The California Tower will not only benefit patients and patient care, but its construction is a project that will help address the social determinants of health that have long placed residents and families at risk.
The project means hundreds of construction jobs to build the new facilities. It also includes using local vendors and materials suppliers. Once completed, the state-of-the-art facilities will be a place of employment for clinical professionals and skilled employees alike. The permanent jobs and local investment will help address impediments caused by poverty and discrimination, both of which are associated with reduced access to safe environments and good health.
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Residential Sound Reduction Program
Eligibility & Process
1. Application
- Only homeowners of residential properties within the specifically designated SEL 95 dBA noise contour will be invited to apply for the RSRP.
- Properties within the noise contour with applications on file will be acoustically tested for eligibility.
- Properties that test above SEL 80 dBA will be considered eligible for the RSRP and may receive acoustical treatments in sleeping areas of the home.
- All homeowners of eligible properties, as listed on the title, must be willing to sign the required legal documents for participation in the RSRP.
2. Design
- During the design phase of the RSRP, the existing conditions of each dwelling are evaluated by the RSRP Design Team to develop a scope of work.
- Hazardous materials (e.g., lead and asbestos) testing is also conducted as part of the Design Phase.
- Following homeowner and UC Davis Medical Center approval of the scope of work for each dwelling, pre-qualified prime contractors are selected by the RSRP to perform the work.
3. Construction
- The Construction phase consists of ordering of materials and installation of products in accordance with the plans and specifications developed by the Design Team.
- Construction oversight is provided on a daily basis, and inspections of the completed work are performed at pre-determined milestones.
- All RSRP participants are provided with workmanship and product warranty information.
- Following construction close-out, RSRP staff provides homeowners with follow-up warranty assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will participation in the program cost me anything?
No – there is no financial cost to the homeowner for program treatments. In some cases, homeowner “pre-work” may be required which is at the homeowner’s expense (e.g., adding a carbon monoxide or smoke detector if one is missing).
I recently installed new windows and doors, and my home is eligible for the program. Can I be reimbursed?
No. Work completed by homeowners prior to participation in the program is NOT eligible for reimbursement.
Will my property be reassessed due to the installation of the sound insulation treatments?
No, the RSRP will not result in the County Assessor’s Office increasing the value of a home.
How much quieter will my home be after the sound insulation treatments are installed?
The program’s goal is to reduce the interior noise level in sleeping areas of participating homes by at least five (5) dB, which is a noticeable difference.
How long will it take for new windows and doors to be installed in the sleeping areas of my home?
The contractor will have ten (10) working days to complete the work at each home. Often, work is completed in less than ten (10) days.
Do I have to attend any community meetings in order to participate?
No, it is not necessary to attend any meetings in order to participate in the program. However, meetings will be held over the life of the program to provide information to homeowners, answer questions, and address concerns.
Do I get my choice of product styles and colors?
Whenever possible, windows and doors are replaced in the same style that is installed in your home at the time of the design assessment appointment. On occasion, a style may need to be changed to comply with building code requirements and product availability. You will make your color selections with the contractor at the measurement appointment. All colors must be finalized at the measurement appointment so the contractor can order your products.
Can I purchase my own hardware for the Contractor to install?
No, all products installed will come with the manufacturer direct high-quality hardware. Due to the uniqueness of the acoustical products, privately purchased hardware may not fit and replacement hardware may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
How long does construction take on a home?
The Contractor has up to ten (10) working days to complete the work; however, they often complete the work in five (5) to seven (7) days.
Do I have to be present for the entire construction duration, or can a friend or family member be present for me during construction?
It is preferable that the homeowner or an acting legal agent be present during construction. If neither can be present, construction may continue but the homeowner or a designee must be available if a product or installation issue arises.
How do I know the construction that will take place meets all current code requirement?
The Program is required to meet all building codes and standards. During construction, the RSRP Construction Inspector will visit your home to verify all work is in accordance with the plans and specifications. After construction is complete, a City Building Inspector may visit your property to verify the work completed complies with applicable building codes. They will then sign off on the open building permit for your home. If the City’s Inspector discovers code violations or installation issues with any part or portion of your scope of work under the program, they will notify the RSRP contractor, who will be required to resolve the issue for the permit to be closed.
How do I know my property will be safe during construction?
Any windows and doors that are removed will be replaced, operational and lockable within the same day. Should asbestos or lead paint be found in your home, the contractor will be required to take the proper precautions and follow applicable local, state, and federal procedures. The contractors are fully insured to cover property damage, should it occur due to construction. However, the homeowner is responsible for securing all valuables during construction.
Does the RSRP provide maintenance on the products installed?
Each product installed will be covered by a manufacturer’s warranty. The warranty period will vary with each manufacturer. Following the completion of your home, you will be provided with a warranty package containing all warranty information for all products installed in your home. Upon completion of construction, the homeowner is responsible for the maintenance of all UCDH RSRP materials and products in their home.
Is there a workmanship warranty?
Yes, the RSRP contractors are required to provide a two-year (2) material and labor warranty from the date of final completion. Homeowners will be responsible for contacting the contractor directly for warranty calls. Included in your warranty package will be the contractor’s warranty and contact information. Following the two-year (2) warranty period, all warranty calls must be directed to the product manufacturer.
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