Solano County, Old Solano Courthouse Renovation

For this reason, the AOC is undertaking a renovation of the historic Old Solano Courthouse in Fairfield. The courthouse, designed by E.C. Hemmings, is an outstanding example of Beaux Arts architecture expressed in a civic building. The 1911 building served as a functioning courthouse until the 1970s. It became vacant in 2005, when the County moved to its new government center.

Renovation will restore this beautiful, historic building to use as a fully functioning courthouse, providing three courtrooms under new judgeships for civil cases. The project includes:

• Renovation of the first floor for one courtroom and clerks' areas;
• Restoration of two courtrooms and chambers on the second floor; and
• Seismic and related infrastructure upgrades of all systems in the 29,900 square-foot building.

The County will donate the Old Solano Courthouse property to the state at no cost. The building does not have landmark status; however, the state, county, and court team plan to approach the project with sensitivity to a thoughtful restoration to modern use while preserving the building's classic features.