City Hall Annex Project

Interim City Hall and Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

In 2021, the City of Cupertino purchased the building at 10455 Torre Avenue to serve as a temporary customer service facility during future City Hall renovations and to support future programmatic needs. The project will renovate the existing 5,700-square-foot 1977 building into a modern, flexible space for public-facing services. Planned improvements include an open interior layout, accessibility upgrades, energy-efficient windows, and updated landscaping. Exterior upgrades will be limited to those required by building and Title 24 energy codes, including an accessible path of travel and energy-efficient window assemblies.

In 2022, the City Council expanded the project’s purpose to include a new Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Planning and documentation of the design and engineering progressed through 2022 and 2023, reaching approximately 60% completion. However, the project was paused in July 2023 after cost estimates revealed that construction expenses would significantly exceed the budget. At the time, moving forward with such a costly renovation was not justifiable while the City Hall renovation/replacement plan was still under reconsideration.

In April 2025, the City Council directed staff to resume the project, with design efforts continuing under the current budget. Additional funding needs will be addressed once construction bids are received.

This facility will provide a community resource and strengthen the City’s emergency operations capabilities for years to come.

Questions regarding the project can be directed to Susan Michael at SusanM@cupertino.gov.