Gov. Hochul takes drastic steps to fix Capitol building stairs as cost doubles to a whopping $80M

The repair costs for the grand staircase of the Capitol have risen dramatically over the years, from $17 million in 2014 to an estimated $80 million today.

Governor Hochul's administration faces scrutiny over the escalating costs and the unclear funding sources for the renovation of the Capitol's eastern approach.

The Office of General Services has started a competitive procurement process for contractors to initiate the critical renovations needed for the Capitol's grand staircase.

The project has been delayed repeatedly, with the governor's office suggesting a potential opening date of spring 2028, amid ongoing budgetary concerns and project management issues.

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