Energy consumption after renovation will be reduced substantially compared to the existing facility. Energy consumption of a new facility will be even lower than a renovated facility, due primarily to large areas that could use daylighting to reduce electric lighting. The renovated facility will be able to accommodate the large groups in a manner comparable with a new facility, although the ease with which they move in and out of the building may be less desirable. Although the loading dock facilities will be improved, they will not compare with those possible in a new facility. Space Planning Flexibility.
New construction offers substantially superior opportunities.
Further, the structural limitations of the existing building restrict meeting room locations to the current location of courtrooms. New construction will be less disruptive. Renovation of the existing facilities will require multiple moves for many occupants of the building while construction of a new structure would only require one move. The disruption of ongoing operations and services will be minimized under the new construction option. A new building can provide better separation of public and non-public spaces.