County crews are preparing to demolish and replace the Sugarloaf Key fire station 10, with work scheduled to begin this week. A two-story, 8,320-square-foot building will replace the existing facility, with the new fire station designed to better serve the community and support emergency response operations.
The Monroe County Facilities Development department and Monroe County Fire Rescue are heading up the project, which will start with interior preparations and equipment staging, followed by demolition of the existing structure. A ceremonial ground-breaking for the new fire station is anticipated in early December.
The existing station has significant structural and maintenance issues and is no longer considered economically repairable. The replacement project will provide a modern facility designed to meet Monroe County Fire Rescue’s operational needs and support long-term emergency services in the Lower Keys. At the community’s request, plans for the new station also include a multipurpose room.
“The new Sugarloaf Key fire station represents Monroe County’s continued investment in public safety infrastructure and its commitment to providing reliable emergency services to residents and visitors throughout the Florida Keys,” said Fire Chief R.L. Colina.
Fire rescue services in the Sugarloaf Key area have remained uninterrupted despite the station’s closure. Firefighters are operating from a temporary location until construction of the new station is complete in late 2027.
More information about the ground-breaking will be announced as plans are finalized.
