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August 14, 2026 • 600 Block

Vertical Wall Channels Cut for Structural Upgrades at 623–627 Cleveland Street

Workers sawcut vertical wall trenches from scaffolding. — Crew members use handheld saws from scaffolding to cut vertical trenches into the existing wall surface.

Crews are saw cutting vertical trenches into the existing walls at 623–627 Cleveland Street as preparation continues for structural reinforcement. The openings will allow new reinforcement elements to be integrated within the existing wall system, strengthening the structure while maintaining the building’s original framework. This precise cutting process prepares the walls for the next phase of restoration work.

Workers cut reinforcement channels into existing walls. — A close view shows crew members cutting reinforcement channels into the existing wall system.

Vertical wall trenches prepared for reinforcement installation. — Completed vertical cuts are visible along the wall surface where reinforcement will be installed.

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August 13, 2026 • 600 Block

Excavator Removes Existing Concrete Slab and Tile at 635 Cleveland Street

August 12, 2026 • 600 Block

Existing Concrete Footing Removed Beneath Future Entry at 623–627 Cleveland Street

August 11, 2026 • 600 Block

New Lintels Support Wall Openings at 629–633 Cleveland Street

August 10, 2026 • 600 Block

Mortar Finishing Seals Infill Openings at 629–633 Cleveland Street

August 9, 2026 • 600 Block

Existing Floor Slab Cut for New Storefront Configuration at 623–627 Cleveland Street

August 8, 2026 • 600 Block

Masonry Columns Carefully Dismantled at 623–627 Cleveland Street

August 7, 2026 • 600 Block

Controlled Concrete Pour Fills Walls at 629–633 Cleveland Street

August 6, 2026 • 600 Block

Temporary Formwork Prepares 629–633 Cleveland Street for Wall Filling

August 5, 2026 • 600 Block

Demolition Progresses with Concrete Slab Removal at 645 Cleveland Street

August 4, 2026 • 600 Block

Excavator Clears Existing Footings at 645 Cleveland Street

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