Central Utility Building

Central Utility Building

Building Number: 
2
Architect: 
Alfred J. Hennessey

Location

Year Built: 
1972
Total Area: 
41,035 ft2 (3,812 m2)
Structure: 
Concrete Block
Structure: 
Face Brick
Structure: 
Metal Siding
Structure: 
Concrete
Primary Role/Purpose: 
Facilities Management
Occupants: 
Facilities Management
Occupants: 
Maintenance
Occupants: 
Security Services
Occupants: 
Campus Post Office

“It may not be a stimulating centre of education but it is the backbone of the institution,” remarked Chief Justice C. St. Clair Trainor at the official opening of the Central Utility Building on Friday, November 24, 1972.

It was the new University of Prince Edward Island’s first construction project.

The building is houses the campus’ carpentry, electrical, plumbing and paint shops as well as administration offices.