INFO-STRUCTURE
October 2022
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Photo by: Pam Rouleau
Chabad of Bedford
Bedford Corners, NY

On February 5, 2019 the Chabad of Bedford Synagogue suffered major fire damage and the congregation needed to quickly find alternative locations for their synagogue services, Hebrew School, and offices. With a strong sense of community, the congregation and others in the community raised funds for a new place of worship. On June 8, 2022 a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting was held for their new modern, 12,500 square foot building which includes a sanctuary, social hall, and offices.

Architect: The Helmes Group, Bedford, NY
Under Construction:
Tyde at Walnut Beach
Milford, CT

A first class, two-story banquet facility is being built on the waterfront in Milford, CT. The first floor will be used for weddings and banquets, while the second floor will serve as a restaurant. The existing one-story building, which for years was used as a restaurant, was demolished to make way for the new facility.

Architect: Jonathan Kost Architecture, LLC, Sandy Hook, CT
On The Boards:
Berkshire School Student Center
Sheffield, MA

The 31,000 square foot Berkshire School Student Center will be renovated and gain a 16,000 square foot addition. These alterations and addition will “improve food quality and enhance the Student Center amenities”. The Berkshire School was founded in 1907 and is a co-ed boarding school for grades 9 through 12. The 400-acrea campus provides the students with state-of-the-art academics, athletic facilities, and beautiful views of the Berkshire Mountains.

Architect: Voith & Mactavish Architecture LLP, Philadelphia, PA
Tech Corner

2022 Connecticut State Building Code Effective October 1, 2022


On October 1, 2022 the 2018 Connecticut State Building Code (CSBC) changed to the 2022 Connecticut State Building Code. The new CSBC is comprised of the 2021 International Code Council (ICC) model codes with 2022 Connecticut Amendments. The adoption of the new Code followed the legislative approval received on September 27, 2022. Additional information can be found at https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Office-of-State-Building-Inspector/Building-and-Fire-Code-Adoption-Process .
 
The 2021 ICC Codes can be viewed for free on the International Code Council (ICC) website at https://codes.iccsafe.org/codes/connecticut, or purchased at https://shop.iccsafe.org/international-codes.html?code_cycle=2021.
 
The 2022 CT Amendments to the 2021 IBC can be downloaded for free from the Connecticut State website at https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Office-of-State-Building-Inspector/Connecticut-State-Building-Code/Regulations.
 
The October 1, 2022 effective date came shortly after the legislative approval so an exemption may be available for projects that are significantly impacted by the Code change by applying for a code modification to allow the project to continue under the 2018 codes. The grace period for this exemption is expected to last for approximately three months to the end of 2022.
Employee News


Ryan Walsh and Nic Gallego attended AIA Connecticut's "Celebration at the Shore" in celebration of AIA CT's 120th anniversary. TDEG helped sponsor the event, which took place on Tuesday, July 19, at Lighthouse at the Point in New Haven.




Susan Acharya recently passed The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to earn the title of Engineer-in-Training (EIT). The exam is the first step in the process of becoming a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE). Congratulations Susan! 


Caio Torres received his Connecticut Residential Real Estate license on Friday, August 12, 2022. In April he also passed the 8-hour long FE exam to become an Engineer-in-Training, EIT. Caio has been with TDEG since July 2021. Congratulations Caio!
Marathon Success on the Second Try!!!
After a leg injury in last year’s Hartford Marathon resulted in a disappointing DNF (Did Not Finish), Bruce tried it again this year and successfully completed a marathon race for the first time. The photo shows him crossing the 2022 Hartford Marathon finish line on a beautiful fall day in 840th place out of 1,174 runners in a time of 4:43:01. Whew! That’s a lot of running!