Big changes are underway this summer in Historic Westminster as construction kicks off on the replacement Westminster Municipal Courthouse (3030 Turnpike Drive).
The current courthouse was originally built in 1961 as two separate buildings serving as City Hall and a police station, and it lacks essential safety, security, and accessibility features. The new facility will be purpose-built as a court to better serve the public and meet modern standards.
The new courthouse will be safer, more accessible, and better able to serve everyone in the community. It will be built on the same site as the current courthouse, which will remain open during construction. The City will work closely with neighbors, local organizations, and contractors to minimize impacts throughout the project.
The behavioral health nonprofit Community Reach Center, which had an office next to the current courthouse, has relocated to 3621 W. 73rd Avenue. They will construct a new facility next to the courthouse and return to the site when it is complete.
Construction on the new courthouse is expected to wrap up in late 2026 with the full campus anticipated to be completed by 2027.
Phase One
During the first phase of work, crews will install new utility lines and prepare the site for construction, while the Community Reach Center will also begin construction on their facility.
The pickleball courts at the current Municipal Park (3025 W. 76th Ave.) are expected to stay open throughout the project, but the playground will be closed once construction begins.
Phase Two
During the second phase, the old courthouse and Community Reach Center will be deconstructed after the new courthouse and Community Reach Center building are complete.
Court operations will move into the new courthouse, and Community Reach Center will relocate to their new site. This phase includes construction of new parking, a park, a playground, landscaping, and additional site amenities.
How we will keep the community informed
- Newsletter and website updates about current and upcoming work
- Message boards showing road closures or detours
- Flyers delivered to homes, businesses, and groups
- Updates on social media
- Voicemail and email inbox to share community concerns
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HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US:
You can email MuniCourtProject@westminsterco.gov, call 720-465-5438, or visit westminsterco.gov/MunicipalCourtProject.
Thank you for your patience during construction. We’re proud to build a courthouse that’s safe and accessible for everyone!