Palm Coast Opened New Fire Station 22
The city unveiled a modern facility at Palm Coast Parkway and Colbert Lane to replace the original 1977 building.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Palm Coast officials officially opened the new Fire Station 22 on October 8, 2026. The facility replaces an outdated structure built in 1977 to better accommodate the department's annual response volume of 18,700 calls.
Why it matters
The upgrade ensures that firefighters operate from a modern facility capable of supporting the city's current needs, as the original building was no longer sufficient. It follows a 2023 City Council vote to relocate the station to improve service efficiency.
The $12.24 million project was funded by $5.3 million in fire impact fees, $3.6 million in American Rescue Plan funds, and $3.34 million from the city general fund. The facility includes a new training stair tower and solar panels.
The players
Palm Coast City Council
The local governing body responsible for municipal policy, infrastructure planning, and the 2023 vote to relocate the fire station.
The details
City officials marked the opening with a decoupling ceremony where firefighters disconnected two sections of inactive firehoses. The city intends to preserve the original 1977 station for a future museum and visitor center, pending new funding.
Timeline
1977: The original Fire Station 22 building was constructed.
2023: The Palm Coast City Council voted to relocate the station.
May 2026: Station 26 opened in the Seminole Woods area.
October 8, 2026: The city held an opening ceremony for the new Fire Station 22.
Market Landscape
The project follows the American Rescue Plan to support local infrastructure through federal grants. This investment reflects a broader shift among regional fire departments to replace legacy 1970s-era stations with facilities designed for modern technical training and energy efficiency.
Residents may see improved emergency response efficiency due to the station's modern layout and updated training facilities. The project's completion also initiates the planning phase for the proposed conversion of the old station into a community museum.
The takeaway
Modernizing public safety infrastructure requires significant fiscal planning, especially when traditional state funding sources face potential vetoes. City officials must now focus on securing private or secondary public funding to complete the secondary goal of historical preservation.
Further reading
For more information on local infrastructure projects, visit the Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FlaglerLive.
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