Cabin Renovation Approved

A plan to return 67 cabin units presently used for concessioner employee housing in the Old Faithful Lodge Area back to visitor use and construct a new dormitory in the Old Faithful Administrative Area has been approved now.  Park Spokesman Al Nash says the Finding of No Significant Impact was signed by the National Park Service Intermountain Regional Director on April 2nd. Nash says rehabilitation of the interior of the cabin units will include new floor coverings, wall coverings, electrical systems, bathroom fixtures, and gas heaters.  At the same time, a portion of the cabins are to be made accessible and deteriorating walkways within the cabin area will be replaced or repaired as part of the project.  Nash says the project will take place after detailed designs are completed and when funding becomes available.