News Summary
The Spartanburg Design Review Board has given final approval for a $52 million joint government complex, advancing the city’s redevelopment efforts. This substantial project will serve as a hub for both city and county services, covering 189,000 square feet and part of a larger $600 million downtown revitalization initiative. Construction is scheduled to start in late 2025 and aims to foster community engagement with features like a public plaza.
Spartanburg Approves $52 Million Joint Government Complex
The Spartanburg Design Review Board has granted final approval for a $52 million joint government complex, marking a significant advancement in the city’s ongoing redevelopment initiatives. The meeting held on August 5, 2025, concluded with the presentation of final design plans by William Gray, the Spartanburg office director for McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture. Construction of the complex is set to begin in late 2025, with an estimated completion time of two years.
Project Overview
The new government complex will act as a consolidated center for both the Spartanburg city and county governments, expanding public access to municipal services. Covering 189,000 square feet, the project is part of a larger $600 million investment aimed at revitalizing downtown Spartanburg, which also includes plans for a new baseball stadium.
Funding and Location
Funding for the complex comes from a one-percent sales tax increase approved by voters in 2017. The new building will be strategically situated at the intersection of Church and Broad streets, integrating it into the existing urban landscape as part of the downtown transformation initiative.
Design and Features
Since the initial design presentation in April, the plans have undergone minor changes, including enhancements to handrails at the main entrance to ensure safety and the removal of potential tripping hazards. The entrance of the joint complex will face South Church Street and will be contiguous with a planned six-story parking deck to the west of the building.
Parking and Access
The parking deck will accommodate 1,000 vehicles and is designed with a one-way entrance on Broad Street and a one-way exit on Spring Street, incorporating four access lanes on Kennedy Street. The facility is projected to support over 6,000 vehicle trips per day, alleviating potential congestion in the area. Spartanburg County Administrator Cole Alverson expressed confidence in the parking deck’s design, based on studies indicating that surrounding streets can handle the expected traffic increase.
Public Spaces
A public plaza will be constructed at the ground level, positioned above Church Street to create an inviting space for community engagement. This feature aims to enhance the overall aesthetics of the area while providing a gathering place for residents and visitors.
Future Development and Local Impact
The complexity of the project is further highlighted by the decision of Blue Moon Specialty Foods, located on Church Street, to temporarily close on September 30 as the renovation process unfolds. They plan to reopen at a new location in downtown Spartanburg between 2028 and 2029, offering outdoor dining options to patrons. The Blue Moon Bodega will consolidate its operations at a different site during this interim period.
Importance of the Project
This joint government complex will represent the first of its kind in South Carolina, symbolizing a collaborative effort between the city and county to streamline services for residents. The building’s design focuses on creating a light-filled public area that enhances transparency and accessibility, delivering a “one-stop shop” experience for residents dealing with both city and county services.
As the city gears up for this ambitious undertaking, the community can look forward to improved facilities and resources that aim to foster a more cohesive and efficient local government structure.
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Additional Resources
- GoUpstate: Spartanburg New Government Complex
- Wikipedia: Spartanburg, South Carolina
- Post and Courier: Spartanburg Parking Garage
- Google Search: Spartanburg Joint Government Complex
- WSPA: Design Unveiled for Spartanburg Government Building
- Google Scholar: Spartanburg Government Projects
- Fox Carolina: Designs Released for Spartanburg Facility
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Spartanburg
- GoUpstate: Construction of Spartanburg’s Building
- Google News: Spartanburg Government Construction
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