Experience Justice Jail and District Court Expansion Washtenaw County Jail and District Court Expansion Ann Arbor, Michigan // 85,000 sq. ft. Washtenaw County identified four primary objectives including a 96-bed addition to the county jail; expansion and improvements to jail infrastructure and support services; HVAC upgrades to address indoor air quality and energy consumption; and a new facility for 14A District Court. A space needs study was conducted by TowerPinkster and HOK, and the overall design includes: Public Entrance – Court and Jail: Single point of access to 14A District Court, Sheriff’s Administration, and Jail 14A District Court: Three court sets each consisting of Judge’s Chambers and Court Room with a shared Jury Deliberation Room Secure holding areas for inmates Court Administration Multi-purpose jury assembly and public meeting room Office suites for Public Defenders and Prosecutor’s Office Jail: 112-bed addition to inmate housing New intake, transfer, and release center with holding and detox cells, book-in stations, medical exam, and interview rooms, and vehicle sallyport Renovation of existing intake for a special observation unit Video visitation Enclosed and secure pedestrian link to 14A District Court holding areas
