Fire Department Headquarters
Salisbury, MD
In 2008, Gillis Gilkerson was hired by the City of Salisbury to complete the ground-up construction of their new, 41,000 square foot Fire Department Headquarters. The $8 million design-and-build project challenged the Gillis Gilkerson team to meet a variety of needs for the department, including the strategic combination of office space, large equipment storage, living and recreational areas for on-duty personnel, and a training facility for new recruits.
Throughout the design process, Gillis Gilkerson worked closely with the City’s Fire Department officials. Understanding how the building’s layout correlates to emergency response time was key in successfully delivering a feasible design. Upon completion, Gillis Gilkerson delivered a state-of-the-art, brick building with enough floor space for 15 fire and emergency response vehicles. The building also features a five-story concrete tower used to simulate high-rise firefighting in training exercises.
Testimonial:
“Our fire headquarters is an outstanding example of the kind of work that Gillis Gilkerson can accomplish. They were a partner in ensuring that the space was a perfect fit for the Salisbury Fire Department.”
Jim Ireton | Former Mayor of Salisbury, Maryland