Berkeley Masjid

2716 Derby Street
Berkeley, CA 94705

Construction

At a Glance



Current items on the must-do list (please consider a timely donation):

- Utility lines update and sidewalk restoration (expected this week).

- Access ramp railing.

- First floor interior drywall, sheet rock, and fireproofing installation.

- Side exterior and interior doors. 



Next items on the to-do list:

- Second floor elevator.

- Second floor interior drywall, sheet rock, and fireproofing installation.

- Bathroom and ablution areas.

- Outside sid-walk and landscaping.

- Carpeting.

- Equipment and furniture for offices and rooms.



  • Status Update - June 2010

    Fire sprinkler system completed, inspected and approved by city. 

    Data cables and wiring installed.

    Rough setting for sound system installed.

    Back and side doors awaiting delivery and installation.

  • Status Update - MAY 2010

    Permit secured from city, work resumed.

    Front doors installed.

    Utility work to begin on front side-walk. Awaiting Engineering permit.

  • Status Update - April 2010

    Construction temporariy halted on some items in order to renew expiring permits.

    Front doors complete. Awaiting installation.

  • Status Update - MARCH 2010

    Front doors commissioned, expected delivery May 15.

    Low-voltage and electricity wiring completed.

  • Status Update - February 2010

    Roof vent openings closed to comply with fire code.

    Rough wiring for security completed.

  • Status Update - January 2010

    First level floor is nailed down and leveled.

    Roof drainage fire safety re-questioned by city. Alternate solutions explored.

    Disablity access ramp complete.

  • Status Update - December 2009

    First level floor and moisture barrier below are complete.

    Plumbing is complete, city approval issued.

    Second level floor is complete.

    Roof drainage is complete, awaiting city approval.

    Electrical almost complete. Needs programmable switch panels.

    Dedicated phone line established.

    Water protection shed for outside electrical panel installed.

  • Status Update December 2008

    The exterior work on masjid enclosure is complete. Stucco, windows, roof, drainage, etc are all done.

    Scaffolding is removed. Neighbors' fences are restored. One can now truly see the potential this building has to offer!

    Work is ongoing on major systems within the building - fire sprinklers, electrical wiring, and plumbing. To be followed by flooring and interior finishes.

    The finish line is near. We need your help to get there. Please tale a look at the progress and donate generously to help us see this project to completion.

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2716 Derby Street
Berkeley, CA 94705