Halifax, VA
Halifax County Circuit Court Renovation and Addition
Scope of Services
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) Engineering
The Halifax County Courthouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built in 1838 and houses records dating back to 1752. Renovations and additions to the historic building and 1960s annex will modernize the building, create new court facilities, and provide better space for archival records.
Services
2RW designed MEP/FP engineering systems for a three-story addition and the complete renovation of the historic courthouse and annex. The design incorporated an FM200 synthetic/chemical fire suppression system for the dedicated archival and file storage space to protect important documents.
2RW will be providing construction administration, with construction expected to be complete in 2020.
Scope of Services
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) Engineering
OWNER: County of Halifax
TIMEFRAME: 2016 – 2020 (projected)
SIZE: 51,439 SF
COST: $14.8 million
Highlights
- The fire suppression gas extinguishes fire in 10 seconds or less and eliminates water damage that can be caused by traditional sprinkler systems.
- The 1960s structure was designed from precast concrete with limited space for MEP systems. Innovative design enabled the systems to fit within the available space and allow access for maintenance.
