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Broadview Heights council hears final fire station designs, builders aim to start in April
Summary
Architects presented finalized construction documents for the new Broadview Heights fire station; designers said the layout preserves the previously shown concept while contractors expect to start mid-to-late April on a roughly 14-month schedule. Council and the chief asked for clarity on size and budget.
Eric Prose of DS Architecture presented refined construction documents for Broadview Heights’ planned fire station and described the building’s materials and internal layout, including apparatus bays, turnout gear areas that double as a storm shelter, dorms with shared Jack-and-Jill bathrooms, a fitness area, and a multifunction training room. Prose said the design is similar to plans shown to council previously but more developed for construction.
Prose said the exterior will use a synthetic stone veneer, metal panels near the roofline and masonry brick for longevity and to match the city campus. He also explained site features including stormwater detention and two driveways intended for fire operations and future site expansion. "We’ve stayed true to the design we presented with you last time," Prose said.
Jim Fantozzi, vice president of Infinity Construction, told council the contractor’s goal is to begin work in mid-to-late April and that the construction schedule is roughly 14 months, weather permitting. Mayor Samuel J. Alai said a full set of construction plans is available in his office and confirmed the project remains within the previously discussed "not to exceed" $11 million budget, adding that design and construction contingencies are included in that figure.
Councilor Glenn Goodwin asked about the building’s square footage. Prose initially estimated "around 14,000," then Fire Chief Jeffrey Hajek interjected that the original plan had been about 24,000 square feet and had been reduced to about 17,000 square feet. The differing figures were noted on the record; council and staff did not reconcile them at the meeting and requested access to the construction plans and supporting documents.
Councilor Brian Wolf asked that presentation materials be emailed to council. The mayor confirmed plans are on file and that the schedule and budget include contingencies. The council did not take final action on the project at the meeting; construction timing, final size and cost details will be established in project documents and future council actions.
