BREAKING: National Capital Commission to close 24 Sussex Drive ottnews
The National Capital Commission is beginning the process of closing 24 Sussex Drive, with work scheduled to begin in the new year to remove asbestos and aging infrastructure in the historic Ottawa building.
"Over the coming weeks, the site will be closed to provide easier access for proper planning of this work, which will include the abatement of designated substances such as asbestos, as well as the removal of obsolete mechanical, heating and electrical systems," the NCC said in a statement. While Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his family have been living at Rideau Cottage on the grounds of Rideau Hall since 2015, household staff workspace is still accommodated at the prime minister's official residence.
The 73-page report states the prime minister's residence was "not purpose-built as a fully functioning official residence", adding the building has no universally accessible entrances or washrooms, the kitchen is not appropriate to serve official functions. and the dining room is too small for state or official dinners.
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