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SunTrust Park, which is expected to be unveiled in timefor the first pitch of the 2017 season, will serve as the newhome of the Atlanta Braves. The $1.1 billion constructionproject in Cobb County will include restaurants, shops,offices, a hotel and residential spaces directly connected tothe park. The Braves organization is making history bybuilding out the development at the same time the stadium isbeing constructed.

“The new ballpark constitutes a new chapter in AtlantaBraves baseball, and we are excited that SunTrust has decid-ed to build upon our decades-long relationship and embarkon this journey with us,” said Terry McGuirk, Atlanta Braveschairman and CEO “Both of our organizations have deeproots in Atlanta and loyal fans throughout the Southeast andacross the nation.”

Developed by the Braves in partnershipwith the Cobb-Marietta Coliseum andExhibit Hall Authority, SunTrust Park isbeing constructed by American Builders2017. The joint venture consists ofBrasfield & Gorrie, MortensonConstruction, Barton Malow Companyand New South Construction Company.The team has more than 225 years ofexperience and has completed more than330 sports projects, including football sta-diums, baseball parks, basketball arenasand soccer stadiums.

“As with any stadium project whereopening day is non-negotiable, schedule isa challenge,” said Chris Britton, projectdirector of American Builders 2017. “Themixed-use component of this develop-ment will also present a challenge, asthere will be many moving parts going onadjacent the ballpark site, but we are pre-pared to overcome that.”

Construction began in August 2014, with workers operat-ing under a 30-month time frame. Early tasks have involvederosion control, clearing and grading the site and blastingrock. Crews also installed temporary fencing and coordinat-ed with other vendors that handled pipeline relocation.

During the initial months of the project, grading and rockremoval comprised the majority of work on the almost 60-acre site. As workers excavated, they set up an onsite opera-tion to crush 150,000 cu. yds. (114,683 cu m) of rock. Muchof the crushed rock is being used on site for backfill to bring

up existing grades and create temporary roadways for crewsand equipment. The temporary roads will lessen the impactsof heavy rain on the project schedule by improving drainage.

In early 2015, construction began in full force on the ele-vated structure. Site work will continue through the springmonths, with the number of workers on the premises grow-ing as operations expand. In late 2014, crews installedshoring walls to maintain grading operations and begandrilled piers. Approximately half the site will rest on thedrilled piers and half will sit on spread footings.

Before work began, trees were cleared, a pond was

drained and Boy Scouts completed a service project to relo-cate turtles from the area. Existing pipelines ran through themiddle of the proposed stadium and had to be relocated.Working around active gas and oil pipelines during thepipeline transition was a concern for construction teams,who are keeping the perimeter streets as clean as possible.

“Being good neighbors is a priority for us,” said Britton.“We are striving to respect the county and the businessesaround the site, as we construct this landmark project. We arecoordinating with Cobb County on a continuous basis. Weare placing a high priority on implementing erosion controlto minimize dust and help keep surrounding roads free ofconstruction-related materials.”

Crews also held a sustainability charrette in which all teammembers came together to talk about green aspects of theproject. Workers plan to recycle construction waste andreuse materials as much as possible.

“We expect to move approximately 700,000 cubic yardsof excess soil material off the site,” said Britton. “We planto move more than one million cubic yards of earth and rockacross the entire site.”

Some of the main equipment utilized on the projectincludes Caterpillar excavators 349E, 336E, 330C, 325,365B and 385C, along with a D8 dozer with root rake, a 930G wheel loader and a 140 H motorgrader. Other heavymachinery includes compactors, pans, off-road trucks, awater truck, a service truck, light towers, a power broom,utility carts, a DX 800 rock drill, a track-mounted tub

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Materials being used include concretedrilled piers, concrete foundations, concreteframe, steel frame roof canopy, glass store-front, architectural precast, brick and glass.

“There is a lot of concrete on this project,which is common with stadiums,” saidBritton. “There will also be a lot of glass,particularly on the field side, which will pro-vide a view to the playing field.”

The new ballpark, which some citizensgroups have criticized, was designed to bet-ter accommodate fans. With more than41,000 seats, the configuration maximizessightlines and elevations, placing a higherpercentage of seats closer to the field thanany other ballpark in Major LeagueBaseball. The existing topography of theproperty has been integrated into the designto create a certain intimacy as part of the fanexperience. This results in building the facil-ity into the sloping terrain.

“Slope has been a benefit and a challengeon this site,” Britton said. “Approximatelyhalf the stadium will be founded on rock,while the other half will be installed on deepfoundations. In some areas, there’s moreslope than desired, which is why we aremoving so much dirt, but slope of existingsoil is typically useful in stadium construc-tion. Constructing the ballpark on grade isgenerally less expensive than installing addi-tional elevated structure.

“As with any stadium project, the goal isto put fans as close to the action as possiblewhile respecting safety and comfort,” saidBritton. “The facility will have a canopy thatis three times larger than Turner Field’s. Thiscanopy will serve as a key design feature, inaddition to providing sunshade.”

Working on a mixed-use project hasrequired a lot of planning, according toBritton.

“Having a number of construction proj-ects underway at one time will requireextremely close coordination and sequenc-ing to avoid having to do rework or gettingboxed out. We will work in close coordina-tion with all parties involved to ensure thatthe ballpark construction plan is clear toeveryone, and we will layer the additionalcomponents into our plans to avoid anypotential problems.”

The Braves’ lease at Turner Field, whichis owned by the city of Atlanta and theAtlanta Fulton County Recreation Authority,ends at the conclusion of 2016. Based on anumber of factors, the team opted not torenew it. Officials stated the current facilitywould have needed $150 million in infra-structure work, including replacing the seatsand repairing and upgrading lighting.

If the Braves were to pay for additional

projects focused on improving the fan expe-rience, the additional costs could reportedlyexceed $200 million. A lack of consistentmass transit to the facility also has been citedas a reason for the move, as well as the lackof adequate parking and access to majorroadways.

The Braves will be a major investor in thepublic/private project, along with CobbCounty. The new site will serve fans and theorganization for the next three decades, withthe mixed-use property offering a variety ofpossibilities.

The official design is still being refined,but overlooking the plaza area willbe an office tower and a 200 to300-room hotel that will allow vis-itors and out-of-town fans to stayclose to the ballpark. At the otherend of the plaza will be an enter-tainment venue, which will be suit-able for concerts and specialevents. In addition, residentialspace will occupy the areas abovethe retailers and restaurants. Intotal, 700,000 to 1 million sq. ft. ofspace will be used throughout thedevelopment.

“We’re building an experiencethat extends well beyond the con-fines of the ballpark and putting itto a broader mixed-use communityfor those that want to come early for a gameor stay after,” said Derek Schiller, Bravesexecutive vice president of sales and market-ing. “By controlling the rest of the develop-ment, we can ensure that’s going to happen,not only when we first open, but throughoutour 30-year agreement.”

Master land planner The Jerde PartnershipInc., retail developer Fuqua Development,office developer Pope & Land Enterprisesand residential developer Pollack ShoresReal Estate Group are playing various rolesin the project, while JLL will help managethe architects, engineers and constructioncompanies on both the ballpark and mixed-use development sides.

“There’s no way that our organizationcould embark on this alone,” said MikePlant, Braves executive vice president ofbusiness operations. “It’s too massive, and itrequires a great deal of skill. I think we’re allsmart enough to know how to be good quar-terbacks and conductors and orchestra lead-ers, and we just need to make sure all theinstruments are being played well and theteam is playing together, and fortunately,that’s all happening.”

The Braves also have announced a multi-year technology and real estate partnershipwith Comcast that will deliver multi-terabitnetwork capabilities to SunTrust Park, mak-ing it the most technologically advancedmixed-use development in the United StatesComcast will provide video, voice and high-

speed Internet connectivity throughout theproject. Comcast also will become theBraves’ signature tenant in a multi-storyoffice building within the development.

The nine-story tower will include an inno-vation lab, a dedicated home for the compa-ny’s growing workforce of technologists,engineers and software architects. It willserve as a primary technology developmenthub for Comcast, connecting directly viahigh-speed fiber to the company’s othermajor research and development centers.The building will feature another 15,000 to20,000 sq. ft. (1,393 to 1,858 sq m) of restau-rant and hospitality space facing into theSunTrust Park plaza.

Cobb County commissioners also havedecided to hire a company to design a newmulti-use bridge that will span Interstate 285and connect the new stadium to a parking lotat the Galleria shopping center. Some indi-viduals are raising questions about the con-struction cost estimates, and are concernedhow the county will find the millions neededto build the bridge. More details are set to bereleased this summer.

According to Dan Corso, executive direc-tor of the Atlanta Sports Council and seniorvice president of the Metro AtlantaChamber, “SunTrust Park’s impact on thearea begins with its construction, which iscreating more than 5,227 jobs and generat-ing $235 million in payroll. Additionally, itwill offer improved parking and convenientaccess from our roadways.

“There are currently two new stadiumsunder construction in metro Atlanta — SunTrust Park and the New Atlanta Stadium.These world-class venues will add anenhanced experience for fans, and an oppor-tunity for event recruitment that draws glob-al attendance and visibility.”

“SunTrust Park is more than just a base-ball field, it’s an experience, said Corso.“Turner Field plays a significant role inAtlanta’s history, but we look forward to cre-ating new memories and history at theAtlanta Braves new home.”

Based in the city since 1966, the franchiseis the longest continuously operating fran-chise in Major League Baseball. In the past24 years, Braves teams have earned twoNational League wild cards, 15 divisionchampionships, five National League pen-nants and a World Series title. For countlessfans, the new ballpark can’t come soonenough.

“I’m beyond excited about the newBraves stadium and the location,” saidJeremy Hunter, who has a closet full ofBraves clothing and is currently working ona shoulder to elbow tattoo dedicated to theteam. “This is coming from someone wholives one hour south of Atlanta and will haveto drive a farther distance to the new home ofthe Braves. I'm excited at the rate it’s goingup.”

“I plan on being at the very first game andmaking a tradition of going to the game andstaying at the hotel that will be beside thenew stadium every year for my birthday.I’ve seen the drawings of SunTrust Park, andcan’t wait to enjoy a hot Georgia summernight, sitting there with the people who meanthe most to me.”

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Brasfield & Gorrie photoThe existing topography of the proper-ty has been integrated into the design tocreate a certain intimacy as part of thefan experience. This results in buildingthe facility into the sloping terrain.

Brasfield & Gorrie photoThe Braves organization is making history bybuilding out the development at the same timethe stadium is being constructed.

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