Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District #37

The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Station #37 presented a unique zoning challenge, which was resolved through collaboration with fire personnel and city planning. A carefully crafted Special Use Permit (SUP) allowed the expanded station to integrate an adjacent single-family residence, previously a volunteer fire garage. Modifications to the residence provided traditional firehouse living quarters for the crew, ensuring parity with other similarly sized stations. Changes in traffic patterns and the residential parcel were shared with the neighborhood, maintaining the character of the area while respecting the original station’s legacy.

The design transformed the site by unifying dissimilar structures into a functional fire station. The renovated apparatus bay accommodates two fire trucks, with ample perimeter space for emergency equipment storage. High clerestory windows bring in natural light, reducing thermal load. The new public lobby and support spaces give the facility a distinct identity, establishing a welcoming face for the station. The project balances critical fire station needs with community integration and thoughtful design.