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Courthouse Progress

Garage Progress

Guiding Principles

Every decision in this project is measured against four core commitments to the community.

Maximize safety and security for all users

Prioritizing the well-being and safety of every person who visits the new county complex.

Anticipate future growth

Building adaptable, maintainable, and durable infrastructure to serve the County’s needs for decades to come.

Design for space and flow efficiency

Designing for customer experience, staff efficiency, and making every square footage purposeful.

Create a community hub

Create a civic space for community events that fosters connection, culture, community pride, and civic presence.

Design Stages

Project Definition

The initial step involves gathering information about the site, defining project goals, and identifying community needs. This phase sets the foundation for all future design work.

Schematic Design

Building systems
and structural
system defined.

Design Development

Finalize design decisions;
materials and finishes
selected, building systems
developed in detail.

Construction Documents

The initial step involves gathering information about the site, defining project goals, and identifying community needs. This phase sets the foundation for all future design work.

Construction

The building is constructed according to the finalized plans. Systems are installed, interiors are completed, and public spaces are finished, delivering a fully functional courthouse.

Construction Schedule Overview

Construction Phasing

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will the new courthouse be located?
The new Ector County Courthouse will be built on the site of the current downtown post office at 200 North Texas Avenue in Odessa.
When is construction expected to be completed?
Construction is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2030.
What can Ector County residents expect from the new courthouse?
The new facility will feature modern technology, enhanced security measures, and expanded space to better serve the public. According to County Judge Dustin Fawcett, the courthouse is designed to meet the needs of Ector County for the next 80 years.