Animal Services Center – New Construction

The new state-of-the -art 46,870sf Animal Services Center is the home of the Police Department’s Animal Services Division and also serves as a public adoption center and community education resource for animal care issues.  The building is a one and a half story linear mass driven by the desire to create a straightforward circulation system with easily navigable corridors for animal transport. All animal care and housing areas are on the lower level to facilitate movement and operations.  The second floor houses the office spaces, conference room, break room, and mechanical functions.  HVAC systems are designed to provide ten air changes per hour, which reduces the spread of odors and disease.  Radiant floor heating in all canine areas provides added comfort for the animals.

Skylights and large windows allow daylight into the majority of regularly occupied spaces.  Environmental design features include use of a vegetated roof over the adoption areas, water efficient plumbing fixtures, energy efficient building envelope and HVAC design, and use of recycled and locally manufactured materials.

The project has achieved LEED Gold Certification.  46,870sf / $8.4

Project Type: Civic,