Collaboration Drives Better Outcomes

Stakeholders are crucial in the planning, design, and implementation of new public safety facilities, as well as the renovation and upgrade of existing ones. Our team is adept at involving diverse user groups and community leaders in the planning and design process, which ultimately improves project outcomes.

We lean into collaboration, aiming to meet and exceed the operational and safety requirements of modern police and fire stations.

Cost-Effective Facility Modernization

More than ever, police and fire departments face increased pressure to modernize infrastructure while still being good stewards of public funds. We help balance first cost, lifecycle cost, and community impact so that you get the most out of your project budget.

HEAPY serves as a guide, helping clients get the most out of their budget. We find creative ways to build multi-functional and adaptable spaces. For example, we designed a storm shelter that does double duty as a dispatch center for a police station, helping the project stay within budget and maximizing the use of the existing space.

Operational Continuity & Resilience

Public safety facilities must remain operational 24/7 to provide essential public services. For every construction project, our design team considers how to ensure continuity of operations. This may mean transitioning from an old facility to a new building, or it may mean careful planning for phased construction work to avoid impacting day-to-day operations.

Police and fire facilities must also remain operational in the event of a man-made or natural disaster. Our team excels in the design of resilient, reliable, and easy to maintain infrastructure, providing peace of mind for first responders and community members. For example, our team is well versed in the design standards for storm shelters, ensuring compliance with International Code Council standards for the design of storm shelters (ICC 500).

Electronic Safety and Physical Security Expertise

HEAPY’s expertise in technology design for police and fire stations ensures that critical security and communication systems are seamlessly integrated into these high-demand environments.

Our team specializes in electronic security systems, including surveillance cameras, access control, and advanced dispatch solutions, designed to enhance operational efficiency and safety. We also focus on the planning and design of robust audiovisual and command center infrastructure, allowing for real-time decision-making and emergency response coordination.

By blending physical security measures with cutting-edge technology, we create resilient facilities that support 24/7 public safety operations. Our designs prioritize reliability, ease of use, and future scalability, ensuring these facilities remain adaptable to evolving needs