Mt. Laguna Fire Station No. 49
Client: County of San Diego
4,892 SF
RNT Architects recently completed the construction of a new San Diego County fire station No. 49 on the site of an existing San Diego County Department of Public Works maintenance facility and is now the highest elevation station in San Diego County. The fire station replaced the existing and outdated station south of the site along Sunrise Highway, S1.
The scope included demolition of an existing on-site bunkhouse, construction of the new 5,000 SF type VB fire station no. 49 (grading, site work, updated utilities), replacement of old asphalt driveways with new concrete driveways, construction of a new subterranean storm water detention system, relocation of an existing oil & maintenance shed, relocation of three existing propane tanks, remodel of the office and bathroom in the existing DPW equipment storage facility, and exterior repaint of the existing DPW equipment building. Station programming includes 2 apparatus bays, 3 bedrooms, kitchen/living area, gym, office space, locker room, and ample storage for fire and facilities equipment.
I have known and worked with RNT Architects since 2004 and have nothing to say but very positive things. My recent experience with RNT was the Mt. Laguna Fire Station project where they led the efforts in planning, designing, and providing design support during the construction phase. The delivery method for this project was CMAR. RNT Architects coordinated the schematic design with the client department where they provided several floor plan layout options, and obtained their approval. They moved the design phase forward through design development to construction drawings, obtained community and client department approval, obtained all required permits, assisted in the bidding phase, and provided design support during the construction phase - the project was completed on time and within budget. RNT staff are very knowledgeable, approachable, and they responded to RFI/submittals/questions within reasonable time frame.
With no doubts, I would hire and work with RNT Architects again.
Certificate of Recognition from Sd County Supervisor Joel Anderson.
Station Living Quarters
