Timaru’s new $9.5 million courthouse complex will incorporate parts of the original 110-year-old courthouse.

The concept plans now out for consultation involve the retention and refurbishment of the existing 1877 portions of the building combined with a modern contemporary addition.

Offices at the North Street entrance to the complex will eventually be removed, revealing the exterior of the original court building.

Minister for Courts Rick Barker said the new courthouse complex will address issues of security, while providing areas for the public and support services. It will incorporate the latest technology and has been designed to allow for future growth.

Mr Barker said the plans follow international principles of best practice design for courthouse buildings.

The new addition to the building will be built behind the existing courthouse, giving access to the building from both North and Heaton streets.

Tenders are expected to be called for the project in September or October. Work should begin early next year with a mid 2009 completion date.

source:http://www.stuff.co.nz

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