CA State Parks Assessment of Bidwell Mansion
California State Parks has released The draft structural assessment for the fire-damaged Bidwell Mansion that outlines four rebuilding outcomes: historical restoration, exterior-only historical rebuilding, preservation of the remaining structure, or partial reconstruction. The wood framing is a total loss, and extensive seismic stabilization and hazardous material management as Lead from historical paint has leached into the surrounding soil, requiring protective measures around the landscape. California State Parks has filed a civil lawsuit seeking approximately $38 million in damages against the alarm system contractors for the failure of the fire alarm systems during the incident.

