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Figure D: Summary of comparative analysis of temporary and permanent committee rooms, by key criteria

Extent to which criteria are met
Key criteria Temporary solution (Wellington Building) Permanent solution (Committee Building)
Location No Yes
Security No Yes
Functional Program In Part Yes
Operational Requirements In Part Yes
IT Infrastructure In Part Yes
Flexibility No Yes
Quality of Spaces In Part Yes
Architectural Design Qualities In Part Yes
Minimal Impact of Construction No Yes
Building Self-Sufficient No Yes
Consequences on renovation project
Key criteria Temporary solution (Wellington Building) Permanent solution (Committee Building)
Project Schedule Planning and Construction 1999-2002 (2 years) Planning and Construction 1999-2004 (4 years)
Impact on Renovation Program Interior renovation to West Block could start in 2002; exterior repair of the West Block presently being addressed Interior renovation to West Block could start in 2004; exterior repair of West Block presently being addressed
Cost $13 to $18 million: temporary solution (plus$50 million for eventual permanent solution) $50 million: rental savings to PWGSC of$800,000 a year40
TOTAL COST $63 to $68 million $50 million, less annual savings of $800,000 a year
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