UPDATE - APRIL 29:
Crews have begun demolishing the former Reno Police Department headquarters at 455 E. 2nd Street.
The Reno City Council approved a contract for the work earlier this year, clearing the way for a new Reno Fire Department headquarters and Fire Station 1 to be built on the site.
The building, constructed in the 1940s, sat vacant after police relocated to their new public safety center at 911 Kuenzli Street.
While vacant, the structure was used by the Reno Fire Department for training exercises, which left broken windows and other visible damage.
Reno Fire has been without a permanent downtown headquarters since 2008. City officials say they hope to open the new fire facility by 2027.
This is a developing story. Stay with us for updates, and be sure to watch our newscasts tonight, Makayla Hardy will have the latest details.
ORIGINAL STORY MARCH 8:
The Reno City Council has approved demolition of the Reno Police Headquarters in downtown Reno.
The demolition will be followed by the construction of a new central station for the Reno Fire Department at the site.
Right now, Reno Police are based near 2nd and High Streets. The Police Department is set to move on to a new center next year, prompting the demolition.
The fire department says it hasn't had a permanent downtown station since 2008. The City hopes to have the new central fire station open by 2027.
