Private Retail Developer

The Container Store

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The former Great Gathering, located in the heart of Ashburn’s retail district, was marked for redevelopment into a higher-density commercial site. The building featured pre-engineered steel construction with interior fit-out materials containing regulated waste.

REMAC was contracted to perform turnkey demolition and environmental remediation, including safe removal of hazardous materials and complete building takedown.

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Private Retail Developer

Ashburn, VA

2024

1. Full demolition of retail structure

2. Asbestos abatement

3. Universal waste removal

4. Site cleanup and export of debris

Work was performed in an active retail corridor near other operating tenants and pedestrian access points.

REMAC implemented a controlled demolition perimeter, adjusted working hours to minimize retail disruption, and coordinated with the property manager for temporary utility shutdowns and safety oversight.

REMAC completed the project on time and within budget, turning over a clean, graded pad to the general contractor. The project was completed with zero safety incidents and passed all environmental clearance inspections on the first round. This work reinforced REMAC’s reputation as a trusted partner for retail redevelopment and environmentally sensitive demolition projects.

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

  • REMAC identified and removed asbestos-containing materials (ACM), including floor tile mastics, HVAC insulation, and caulking, in full accordance with Virginia DEQ and NESHAP regulations.

UNIVERSAL WASTE REMOVAL

  • Mercury lamps, exit signs, batteries, and electronic components were packaged, labeled, and transported to approved disposal facilities under manifest.

INTERIOR SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

  • Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems were carefully dismantled prior to demolition to isolate utility services.

STRUCTURAL DEMOLITION

  • The full retail box structure, including steel columns, beams, CMU walls, and slab, was demolished using hydraulic shears and grapples, with dust suppression and site control.

MATERIAL HANDLING & EXPORT

  • REMAC separated recyclable scrap metals and concrete debris for recovery and hauled non-recyclables to a Subtitle D landfill.