CHKD has officially begun a multi-phase demolition of CHKD Medical Tower at 400 Gresham Drive in Norfolk. Once complete, the site will be a temporary open space while CHKD evaluates future health system plans. The project, led by East Coast Demolition, is expected to take approximately one year.
Project Timeline
Phase 1: Interior Gutting
November 2025 – August 2026
This stage began in early November and uses a reverse-construction approach to safely remove and haul away all interior materials including windows and siding.
- On weekdays, construction trucks will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Medical Tower demolition zone is fenced off for your safety. All visitors and healthcare staff on the Norfolk campus should avoid the fenced area when walking near the construction site or taking outdoor breaks.
- The parking lot of The King’s Daughters Milk Bank will be prioritized for Milk Bank operations and the East Coast Demolition crew.
- NOTE: During the week of July 20th, a large crane will be onsite to remove the cellular antennas and the HVAC equipment from the top of the Medical Tower.
Phase 2: Exterior Demolition
September – November 2026
Following the interior work, crews will begin dismantling the building from the top down, using large-scale equipment which will arrive on campus in the beginning of September.
- Access to the Milk Bank and Children’s Pavilion is not expected to be affected.
- CHKD does not expect any parking or road closures. Should any become necessary, we will provide advance notice to keep disruption to a minimum.
- Exterior demolition, which also includes foundation work, will be complete by November 2026. East Coast Demolition will then backfill and grade the land.
Thanks for Bearing With Us!
We appreciate your patience during the Medical Tower demolition! For questions or more information, please contact the project team at BearWithUs@CHKD.org.
