New Building Project Construction Updates

Posted on February 29, 2024

Welcome to the Clinic for Special Children’s new building project updates page! We will be posting construction updates frequently and feature drone site videos and time-lapse videos. For more information on the new building project or to donate, please visit www.clinicforspecialchildren.org/campaign.

February 29, 2024

Just one month until our move on April 1st! Each floor is now in the final stages before inspection and last-minute items are being wrapped up. Today, the mural in the kid’s area of the waiting room was being painted. We can’t wait to see our families enjoy this new space designed around their needs.

In just two weeks, we will start packing our Strasburg location and plan to fully open in Gordonville, PA on April 8th.

For more details on our move, please visit our post here.

Waiting Room Kid’s Area Mural Painting

Walkthrough Video | February 29 | Main Floor

Walkthrough Video | February 29 | Top Floor

Walkthrough Video | February 29 | Basement

February 16, 2024

The playground is now installed! To the delight of many children who will visit our new Clinic, our fully accessible playground has been placed in front of our building.

The top floor is now complete and the main floor is finishing up the final details and will be complete in the next week or so.

The basement is in the final stages with cabinetry & baseboard installation and plumbing finishes scheduled over the next several weeks.

Key construction dates coming up:

February 2024 – cabinetry installation and final painting, trim installation, and final ceiling work (primarily in the basement)
early March – target date for completing the entire project

Site Footage | February 16

Time-lapse video | Playground installation

Walkthrough Video | February 16 | Main Floor

Walkthrough Video | February 16 | Top Floor

Walkthrough Video | February 16 | Basement

February 9, 2024

We’re approaching the finish line!

The top floor is now complete and the main floor is finishing up in the next week or so.

The basement is in the final stages with cabinetry & baseboard installation and plumbing finishes scheduled over the next several weeks.

Key construction dates coming up:

February 2024 – cabinetry installation and final painting, trim installation, and final ceiling work (primarily in the basement)
early March – target date for completing the entire project

Site Footage | February 9

Walkthrough Video | February 9 | Main Floor

Walkthrough Video | February 9 | Top Floor

Walkthrough Video | February 9 | Basement

January 31, 2024

Other than some odds and ends, the top floor of the new Clinic is now complete!

The main floor is in the final stages of door, cabinetry, and baseboard installation and plumbing finishes. If everything stays on track, this floor should be largely complete in the next week or so.

Flooring installation is in full swing in the basement with cabinetry and plumbing finishes to follow over the next several weeks.

Key construction dates coming up:

February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation and final painting, trim installation, final ceiling work (main floor and basement)
early March – target date for completing the entire project

Site Footage | January 31

Walkthrough Video | January 31 | Main Floor

Walkthrough Video | January 31 | Top Floor

Walkthrough Video | January 31 | Basement

January 18, 2024

The final details are coming together! The top floor is largely complete, with only finishing painting, lighting, and trim details remaining.

The main floor has been transformed with the installation of flooring this week! Door, cabinet, and baseboard installation are on the schedule for this floor in the coming weeks.

The basement is being prepared for flooring and above ceiling work is being finalized.

Key construction dates coming up:

January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation and final painting, trim installation, ceiling work
March – target date for completing the entire project

Site Footage | January 18

Walkthrough Video | January 18 | Main Floor

Walkthrough Video | January 18 | Top Floor

Walkthrough Video | January 18 | Basement

January 4, 2024

The countdown is on! In about two months, construction should be wrapping up on our new facility.

Flooring has now been installed on the top floor and cabinetry installation started this week. The top floor is only a few weeks away from being completed!

On the main floor, stonework and beams have been installed in our waiting room area. Finishing touches on painting and final above-ceiling work are in progress before the flooring installation begins in a few weeks.

In the basement, the final ceiling work and painting are being completed before the flooring installation begins in February.

Key construction dates coming up:

January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation and final painting, trim installation, ceiling work
March – target date for completing the entire project

Site Photos | January 3

Walkthrough Video | January 3 | Main Floor

Walkthrough Video | January 3 | Top Floor

Walkthrough Video | January 3 | Basement

December 21, 2023

Crews have been very busy this week! Trees and shrubs have been delivered to be planted, the fencing for the playground area is now installed, most of the sidewalks are done, and the final window in the front of the building is now in place!

On the inside, heavy timbers in the waiting room area are now installed! The first coat of paint on the main floor is done and most exterior doors have been installed.

In the basement specialist area, the audiology booth is being installed this week. Crews are also painting and finishing drywall in the basement area to keep everything on schedule.

On the top floor, doors have been hung and tiles for drop ceilings are being installed. Flooring install starts tomorrow, followed by cabinetry and baseboards!

Key construction dates coming up:

December – painting, trim installation, ceiling work
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation
March – target date for completing the entire project

Site Footage | December 20

Time Lapse | December 5 – December 20

December 14, 2023

The final exterior details are coming together!

Yesterday there was a flurry of activity outside of the building. Fencing installation for the playground area, line/parking sign painting, bike rack installation, and buggy shed construction were all taking place!

On the top floor, final preparations are being made for flooring installation to begin next week! Painting has recently wrapped up on the main floor, and ceiling/above-ceiling work has begun. In the basement, painting continues this week.

Key construction dates coming up:

December – painting, trim installation, ceiling work
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation
March – target date for completing entire project

Site Footage | December 13

Progress Photos | December 13

December 6, 2023

Our new building site is starting to feel less like an active construction zone! We now have a nice paved lane to our new building and trees are starting to be planted around the site.

On the inside, each floor is in a different phase of construction. On the top floor, paneling is wrapping up in the atrium space, and flooring installation will begin shortly. On the main floor, painting is wrapping up and trim installation is going in. In the basement, the drywall has been installed and is being prepped for paint.

Enjoy the walkthrough videos below of each of the floors. The main floor includes our waiting room, exam rooms, storage areas, discussion rooms, office spaces and more. The top floor includes conference room spaces, the atrium, and offices. On the bottom floor, we have space for specialists (including an audiology booth), a physical therapy room, a break room, the laboratory, offices, and a conference room.

Key construction dates coming up:

December – painting, trim installation
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation
March – target date for completing entire project

Site Footage | December 5

Walkthrough | Main Floor

Walkthrough | Top Floor

Walkthrough | Basement

November 21, 2023

Progress continues on all floors of the building during this holiday week! We’re looking forward to tomorrow when the base coat paving for the site will begin! The base coat paving should conclude next week. In addition to paving, trees and landscaping will be placed next week – we can’t wait to see the final exterior details come together!

In the interior, progress continues on each floor. Drywall installation is finishing up in the basement. On the main floor, prepping for painting is well underway. On the top floor, painting is progressing.

Key construction dates coming up:

November – trim installation, remaining drywall installation & insulation, painting, base coat paving
December – painting, trim installation
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation

Site Footage | November 21

November 9, 2023

In the front of the Clinic building this week, more sidewalks, curbing, and stone have taken shape! Construction on the shed for buggy parking also started. Preparations are being made for painting to start in the coming days on the top floor. Drywall installation has been completed on the main floor and started in the basement. Insulation is being blown in the basement and final drywall installation will follow soon after.

Key construction dates coming up:

November – trim installation, remaining drywall installation & insulation, painting, base coat paving to begin
December – painting, trim installation
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation

Site Footage | A Trip Down the Lane | November 9

Site Footage | November 9

November 2, 2023

On the top floor, finishing details are beginning to take shape! Window trim has started to be installed, wood paneling installation in the atrium area continues, and more! Check out the time-lapse video below of the work in the top floor atrium over the past several weeks.

On the main floor, drywall installation is pretty much complete. In the basement, HVAC/plumbing/electrical rough-ins are in the final stages and drywall installation is next.

On the exterior, stone was laid in the parking area and driveway in preparation for base coat paving. The grass is starting to peek through the dirt where hydroseed was spread, which is making things nice and green! It’s exciting to see all of the details coming together! As of now, we are still on track to move in Spring 2024.

Key construction dates coming up:

November – trim installation, remaining drywall installation, painting, base coat paving to begin
December – painting, trim installation
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation

Site Footage | November 2

Time Lapse | October 20 – November 1

Time Lapse | October 20 – November 1 | Top Floor Atrium

October 26, 2023

On the main floor this week, insulation was completed and drywall installation is nearing its final stages. In the basement, HVAC/plumbing/electrical rough-ins are finishing up and drywall will be hung for insulation. In the next several weeks, trim will start to be installed on the upper level and doors will be installed.

On the exterior, stamped concrete for the front porch area is beginning and a grass-pave to create a fire lane for access behind the building has started.

Key construction dates coming up:

November – trim installation, remaining drywall installation, painting, base coat paving to begin
December – painting, trim installation
January – February 2024 – flooring & cabinetry installation

Site Footage | October 26

Site Photos | October 26

Time Lapse Footage | October 2 – October 19

October 12, 2023

Thank you to all of the crews that came together to hydroseed the site this week! You can see in the video below that the construction site is now quite green!

We’re looking forward to seeing grass growth over the next several weeks. Near the building, curbing and site lighting installation has progressed and continues next week. On the interior side, drywall installation continues as well as final installation of mechanicals.

Key construction dates coming up:

October – final seedings, grading of parking lots, painting to begin, curbing near building, trim installation
November – base coat paving to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – flooring installation

Site Footage | October 12, 2023

October 2, 2023

For the past several weeks, the focus has been the interior of the building. Mechanicals, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC have continued starting at the top floor and working downwards. Drywall is being installed on one side of each wall in preparation for blown insulation which started in the last few weeks.

The grading for the site has also been taking shape and the bases for site lighting were installed in preparation for curbing work. Curbing at the entrance to Route 340 is complete and the curbing near the building is scheduled for mid-October. Final grading has been established and stone has been installed in preparation for poured concrete.

The next few weeks look to be busy with gutter installation, insulation work continues, mechanicals continue, and trim and other interior installation will begin shortly.

Key construction dates coming up:

October – final seedings, grading of parking lots, painting planned to begin, curbing near building, trim installation
November – base coat paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – flooring installation

Site Footage | October 2, 2023

Time Lapse Footage | Back of Building | October 2, 2023

September 21, 2023

While work on the exterior of the building is approaching its final stages, work on the inside of the building is rolling along! Drywall installation has begun on the top floor and HVAC, plumbing, and electrical continues.

As shown in the video below, curbing has begun at the entrance to the site at Route 340.

Key construction dates coming up:

Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin, curbing for site and near building
November – base coat paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – flooring installation

Site Footage Video | September 21, 2023

September 14, 2023

The building’s stone installation wrapped up this week! Thank you to all of the crews who put in many dedicated hours to install the stone throughout the building – it looks amazing! The roof for the car drop-off area has been completely installed and a small cupola is currently being installed. All exterior work should be completed by the end of September! Next up for exterior installation are gutters, site lighting, and underground propane tank. The excavator continues to establish final grades around the building and prepare for curb installation.

HVAC, plumbing, and electrical continues on the top floor inside the building. Insulation will begin next week!

Key construction dates coming up:

Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin, curbing for site and near building
November – base coat paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – flooring installation

Site Footage Video | September 14, 2023

September 5, 2023

It’s been a hot start to the week! Exterior stone and roofing installation continued and will be wrapping up shortly. By the end of September, we’re on track to have all exterior work complete. We also had our entrance established off of Route 340 (Old Philadelphia Pike) this week, which will be the new primary construction entrance to the site.

On the interior side of things, a lot of ductwork has been delivered and is being installed in the upper level. Both HVAC and plumbing are starting at the top of the building and working down to the basement and rough-in continues.

Key construction dates coming up:

Mid-September – insulation, drywall installation, and finishing
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin, curbing for site and near building
November – base coat paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – flooring installation

Site Footage Video | September 5, 2023

August 30, 2023

Crews have continued to install vertical metal siding on the building and working on stonework installation on the exterior and interior areas. Trusses were also installed on top of the heavy timbers for the covered drop-off and subroofing was installed on top. Soon a standing seam roof will be installed and roofing for the project should be largely complete.

In all, most exterior work should be complete by the end of September and interior work will ramp up even more in the Fall!

Key construction dates coming up:

Mid-September – insulation, drywall installation, and finishing
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin, curbing for site and near building
November – paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – floor installation

Site Footage Video | August 30, 2023

August 24, 2023

Since last week’s update, the exterior stonework, roof trim, and siding installation have continued! On the inside, rough-in of HVAC and sprinkler systems continues. Our main entrance to 340 (Old Philadelphia Pike) should be established shortly and will be used as the main construction entrance. The next week or so will include the final stages to finish the exterior stonework, roof trim and siding installation.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin
November – paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – floor installation

Site Footage Video | August 24, 2023

August 16, 2023

The exterior of the building is changing daily! This week the crew has worked diligently on installing siding and prepping for/starting stonework installation. The entrance drop-off area is taking shape with the installation of heavy timbers earlier this week! The roof is almost complete – just the finishing touches are being completed. On the inside, the installation of drywall for upper-level ceilings continued. Electrical rough-ins are complete and rough-ins for HVAC and sprinklers continue.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 8/14 – hooking up utilities, stonework installation continues
Week of 8/21 – trenching for electrical service to meter pits
Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation to begin
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin
November – paving planned to begin
December 2023 – February 2024 – floor installation

Site Footage Video | August 16, 2023

Site Photos

**Covered Drop Off | Heavy Timber Installation**

August 7, 2023

Almost all of the windows are installed! The building is being prepared for siding installation this week. Roof trim, electrical/HVAC/sprinkler rough-ins, and drywall installation for upper-level ceilings will continue this week. Here’s to another busy week! Thank you to all of the contractors that are working diligently at the site – we couldn’t do this without your support.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 8/7 – exterior siding installation, drywall installation begins, exterior prepped for exterior stone
Week of 8/14 – hooking up utilities
Week of 8/21 – trenching for electrical service to meter pits
Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation to begin
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin
November – paving planned to begin

Site Footage Video | Front Flyover | August 7, 2023

Site Footage Video | Back Flyover | August 7, 2023

August 3, 2023

The building is starting to look polished with the installation of many windows and the roof over the past several days! On the interior side, rough-ins have begun for electrical/HVAC/sprinkler systems and framing is coming to an end. Drywall installation will begin shortly as well as the installation of siding on the exterior.

We’re excited to see how the building takes shape over the next several weeks!

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 8/2 – window & siding installation, electrical/HVAC/sprinkler rough-in continues
Week of 8/7 – exterior siding installation, drywall installation begins, exterior prepped for exterior stone
Week of 8/14 – hooking up utilities
Week of 8/21 – trenching for electrical service to meter pits
Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation to begin
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin
November – paving planned to begin

Site Footage Video | August 2, 2023

July 27, 2023

Another week, more progress! As you can see in the video, the standing seam roof installation has begun and will continue this week. Framing and ZIP panel installation is planned to wrap up in the coming days. HVAC, electrical, and sprinkler rough-ins are ongoing and crews are making great progress on all fronts.

We’re so grateful to everyone working on the site – especially in the extreme heat this week!

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC ductwork, window install, roof install
Week of 8/7 – exterior siding installation to begin
Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation to begin
Late September – interior trim installation planned to begin
October – painting planned to begin
November – paving planned to begin

Site Footage Video | July 26, 2023

July 18, 2023

In just one week, almost all of the trusses have been set, zip panels installed, and OSB and waterproofing installed on the roof! This week, framing and zip panel installation will continue and should be largely wrapped up by Friday. Next week, we’re looking forward to the start of the standing seam roof installation.

Thank you to everyone that has pitched in to make this amazing progress a reality!

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 7/17 – porch trusses to be set, exterior sheeting to begin,
Week of 7/24 – installation begins for standing seam roof (3 weeks), window install (2 weeks), inspection of trusses
Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC ductwork, window install, roof install
Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation to start

Site Footage Video | July 18, 2023

July 12, 2023

Framing is in full swing on all floors of the new building! We’re starting to see the various rooms and offices defined as framing progresses. Trusses were set yesterday and exterior sheeting should begin soon. It’s amazing to see how quickly everything is coming together!

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set, framing continues
Week of 7/17 – porch trusses to be set, exterior sheeting to begin, installation begins for standing seam roof (3 weeks)
Week of 7/24 – window install (2 weeks), roof install
Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC ductwork, window install, roof install
Week of 8/28 – exterior stone installation to start

Site Footage Video | July 11, 2023

June 29, 2023

In just a couple of days, the heavy timbers have been set on the top floor, concrete was poured for the main floor, and framing has begun! Over the next few weeks, the building will start to look a lot different! We’re looking forward to seeing the progress as framing and exterior sheeting continues next week.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin, framing
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set, framing
Week of 7/17 – porch trusses to be set, installation begins for standing seam roof (3 weeks)
Week of 7/24 – window install (2 weeks), roof install
Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC ductwork, window install, roof install

June 26, 2023

Heavy timbers were set today! It was an impressive sight to see the crews lifting the heavy timbers in the air and setting them on the top floor. Thankfully the forecasted thunderstorms held off for a productive day. The plans for the rest of this week include pouring concrete on the second floor, finishing setting the timbers, and starting to frame the basement and first floors.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin, framing
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set, framing
Week of 7/17 – porch trusses to be set, installation begins for standing seam roof (3 weeks)
Week of 7/24 – window install (2 weeks), roof install
Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC ductwork, window install, roof install

June 22, 2023

The weather hasn’t cooperated as much this week, but the crews have still been working diligently! As of today, concrete has been poured on the top floor and the second floor is planned for early next week. The plans for next week also include setting heavy timbers on the second floor and starting to frame the basement and first floors. We are crossing our fingers for cooperating weather!

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 6/26 – setting heavy timbers on the second floor and framing the basement and first floors (3-4 weeks)
Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin, framing
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set, framing
Week of 7/17 – porch trusses to be set, installation begins for standing seam roof (3 weeks)
Week of 7/24 – window install (2 weeks), roof install
Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC ductwork, window install, roof install

Time Lapse Video | Front of Building | June 14 – June 21

June 16, 2023

We had a muddy visit to the site today! Since our last update two days ago, footers have been poured for the front portico/covered drop-off area and patio areas around the building. Weather permitting, concrete for the 2nd floor and 1st floor are planned to be poured tomorrow and Thursday, respectively.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 6/19 – pouring concrete for the first and second floors, prep for framing
Week of 6/26 – setting heavy timbers on the second floor and framing the basement and first floors (3-4 weeks)
Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin, framing
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set, framing
Week of 7/17 – porch trusses to be set, install begins for standing seam roof (3 weeks)
Week of 7/24 – window install (2 weeks), roof install
Week of 7/31 – electrical rough-ins, plumbing rough-ins, HVAC duct work, window install, roof install

Site Footage Video | June 16, 2023

June 14, 2023

We are so thankful to the crews and companies that worked on the site the past several weeks! Thanks to their diligent work (and cooperating weather), we are a bit ahead of schedule at this time. The crews finished erecting the steel and the decking for each floor was installed. This week, the main focus is completing the final trenching for electrical service and preparing to pour concrete next week.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 6/12 – trenching for electrical service, preparations to pour concrete
Week of 6/19 – pouring concrete for the first and second floors
Week of 6/26 – setting heavy timbers on the second floor and framing the basement and first floors
Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set

Site Footage Video | June 13, 2023

June 8, 2023

It was a windy & dusty day at the site! The crews were finalizing the steel placement and laying the decking. The crew will also focus on preparation for framing this week.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 6/12 – prepare to pour concrete on top of decking, backfilling dirt to the foundation, trenching for electrical service
Week of 6/19 – pouring concrete for the first and second floors
Week of 6/26 – setting heavy timbers on the second floor and framing the basement and first floors
Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set

June 5, 2023

What a difference two weeks has made! Today on the site crews were setting the structural steel for the main floor of the building and installing decking on the main floor. All steel should be completed by the end of this week! The crew will also focus on preparation for framing this week. Weather permitting, next week should consist of installing all decking on each floor, preparations to pour concrete on top of the decking, backfilling dirt to the poured wall foundation, and trenching for electrical service.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 6/12 – installing decking, prepare to pour concrete on top of decking, backfilling dirt to the foundation, trenching for electrical service
Week of 6/19 – pouring concrete for the first and second floors
Week of 6/26 – setting heavy timbers on the second floor and framing the basement and first floors
Week of 7/3 – exterior sheeting to begin
Week of 7/10 – trusses to be set

May 23, 2023

The basement concrete floor has been poured and set! An area that was just dirt a few weeks ago now holds a solid foundation. We’re looking forward to seeing the steel erected in the next few weeks. We have installed a new time-lapse video in the front of the building to capture the progress that will now be visible from the front.

Enjoy the time-lapse videos below from May 16 – May 23 (both the front and back of the building) and a site footage drone video from today.

Key construction date coming up:

Week of 5/29 – the building will start to take shape! Steel will begin to be erected and will take about 3 weeks to finish.

Site Footage Video | May 23, 2023

Time Lapse Video | Front of Building | May 16 – May 23

Time Lapse Video |Back of Building | May 16 – May 23

May 16, 2023

The past week has seen a lot of progress – most notably, the finishing of the back wall and the laying of stone in the basement. Enjoy a time-lapse video below from May 9 – May 16 and a site footage drone video from today.

Key construction dates coming up:

Week of 5/22 – the basement concrete floor will be poured
Week of 5/29 – the building will start to take shape! Steel will begin to be erected and will take about 3 weeks to finish.

Site Footage Video | May 16, 2023

Time Lapse Video | May 9 – May 16

May 9, 2023

So much progress has been made in the past several weeks! The back cinder block wall is almost complete and pipes have been laid throughout the building footprint. Enjoy a time-lapse video below from April 25 – May 9 and a site footage drone video from today.

Some key construction dates coming up:

Week of 5/15 – stone will be laid in the basement to prepare for concrete to be poured
Week of 5/22 – the basement concrete floor will be poured
Week of 5/29 – the building will start to take shape! Steel will begin to be erected and will take about 3 weeks to finish.

Site Footage Video | May 9, 2023

Time Lapse Video | April 25 – May 9

April 25, 2023

If you happen to pass by the construction site, you’ll notice that you can now see large towers from a distance! In the past two weeks, both stairwells and the elevator shaft have taken shape. It’s exciting to see recognizable elements of the building being constructed – crossing our fingers for great weather this Spring and optimal conditions for construction.