UCF Biology Building Renovation
The Biological Sciences building requires an extensive renovation to upgrade its building systems and lab spaces, which are original to its construction in 1975. The updates will keep this heavily used facility operational to support the high volume of student and faculty traffic.
Project Status: Underway
Construction Progress: 27% complete (as of Dec. 6, 2024)
Target Completion Date: February 2026
The Biology building renovation will be carried out in several phases, focusing on one floor per semester. Key improvements will include updating interior finishes, replacing portions of the brick exterior, upgrading electrical systems, installing new heating and air handling units, and upgrading the fire alarm system and elevator. The project is expected to be completed by early 2026.
Timeline
- Fall Semester 2024 (underway)
3rd floor original side, finishes upgrade
Install gas-fired heating system
Begin exterior brick replacement
Begin electrical upgrades
Begin fire alarm system replacement
Begin Air Handler Unit-1 controls upgrade - Winter Break – December 2024
Air handler replacement - Spring Semester 2025 – January 2025
4th floor original side, finishes upgrade
Original side, lab exhaust manifold and fan(s) replacement
Completion of exterior brick replacement - Summer Session 2025 – May 2025
2nd floor original side, finishes upgrade - Fall Semester 2025 – August 2025
1st floor original side, finishes upgrade
Replace original side elevator
Complete Air Handler Unit-1 Controls upgrade - Winter Break 2025 – December 2025
Complete electrical upgrades
Complete fire alarm system upgrade - Spring Semester 2026 – February 2026
Final inspections and project complete
Please note that this is an estimated timeline and subject to change.
Progress Photos (as of Nov. 1, 2024)
