Architectural Feature: Exterior Stairs
 Date: 1914, 1941

The original Marconi Hotel exterior stairs have seen little use since the security fence was put in place.  There are three stairs along the front elevation, one on the west and one on the rear.  Of the five stairs that lead to the piazza, only the west rear has seen regular use.  Each stair is constructed of brick with brick rails capped with concrete (Photo No. 13).  Currently, there is moss growing on the brick and considerable debris has accumulated.  There is also a secondary security fence in front of the front center stairs (Photo No. 14).  (Also see Drawing - 9001 Front/Rear Elevations)

Photos: 13 and 14.

Proposed Work

Clean stairs of moss and debris; repoint brick with mortar of similar color and concrete content. All work will follow guidance in "Preservation Brief 2: Repointing Mortar Joints in Historic Masonry Buildings".   Remove secondary security fence in front of center door during Phase III.
Photo 13
Photo 14
Updated January 27, 2004    Page created July 4, 2002