Summary, Plans & Studies

The decision to potentially construct a new Lebanon Police Station didn’t happen overnight.

Below are the plans and studies that were completed over the past several years to help assess the state of the current LPD Headquarters, and help determine where a new HQ should be constructed.

Study Summaries:

The four studies that have been executed to help assess the current Lebanon Police Department headquarters, and determine whether a new LPD facility is needed. To access each report to view it in its entirety, click the image(s) below. Directly below are brief recaps of each study.

Space Analysis & Condition Assessment

This facility assessment examines the condition of the Lebanon Police Department headquarters and whether the building can continue to meet the city’s needs. The report found that the building, originally constructed in 1962 and renovated in 2004, has many aging systems that are nearing or beyond their expected lifespan. The roof, heating and cooling equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, windows, and other building components all require major repairs or replacement. The report also notes that parts of the building do not meet current accessibility standards, and the site is too small to support the department’s future growth.

The report also compares the department’s current space with what will be needed over the next 10 years. It projects that the department will grow from 46 to 100 officers and concludes that the current 17,310-square-foot building cannot accommodate that growth. Based on its findings, the report recommends constructing a new police headquarters of approximately 51,000 square feet on a larger site. A new facility would provide modern workspaces, improved public access, updated building systems, and room for the department to grow while serving the community for decades to come.

Site Test Fits Summary:

The report looks at several possible sites for a new public safety building in Lebanon and shows how each location could be developed over time. Instead of recommending one specific site, it illustrates how different properties could support a new police headquarters, parking, and future expansion. Each concept includes an initial phase that meets current needs, along with a second phase that allows the site to grow as the city’s public safety needs increase.

The report compares three different site layouts, showing how each could accommodate a new police facility, secure and public parking, and additional buildings or structured parking in the future. The goal is to help city leaders understand the strengths and limitations of each location before making a final decision. Overall, the study serves as a planning tool to evaluate available land, prepare for future growth, and ensure the new public safety facility can serve the community for many years.

LPD Report Overview Summary:

The LPD Report Overview provides an indepth look at the Lebanon Police Department’s current headquarters and explains why a new facility is being considered. It concludes that the existing building, which was built in 1962 and renovated in 2004, is no longer large enough or modern enough to meet the department’s needs. Many of the building’s major systems are aging and require significant repairs, and the current layout does not provide enough space for staff, equipment, evidence storage, or future growth.

The report outlines what a new police headquarters could include, such as secure evidence storage, improved public service areas, dedicated workspaces for each division, secure parking, and room to support future growth. It presents several site and building concepts and estimates that a new headquarters of about 51,000 square feet would be needed to serve the community over the next decade. Based on the study, the report concludes that building a new facility is a better long-term solution than renovating the current one, with an estimated total project cost of approximately $45 million.

Headquarters Opinion of Cost Summary:

The report explains that the current Lebanon Police Department building is showing its age and has several major problems. Many of the building’s systems, including the roof, heating and cooling, plumbing, windows, and generator, are worn out or nearing the end of their useful life. The report recommends replacing or repairing many of these systems to keep the building safe and functional. It estimates that these renovations would cost about $1 million, but notes that the building would still have limitations because of its age and original design.

The report also looks at the option of building a new police headquarters instead of continuing to repair the existing building. A new 51,000-square-foot facility is estimated to cost about $44.7 million and would provide space for future growth, updated technology, improved security, and better service to the community. The report includes examples of similar projects from other cities to show how modern public safety buildings are planned and built, giving city leaders information to compare the costs and long-term benefits of renovation versus new construction.

Video Content:

The topic of a new police department headquarters has been talked about for some time. Below is a public meeting where the need for a new facility was discussed.

The video is of the Lebanon City Council Special Meeting from June 17th of this year, where the new LPD Headquarters was talked about at length.

Click on the box to view the meeting video.