St. Cloud State University

Parking Ramp and Public Safety Building

ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY PARKING RAMP AND PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY PARKING RAMP AND PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY PARKING RAMP AND PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY PARKING RAMP AND PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING

St. Cloud State University

Parking Ramp and Public Safety Building

St. Cloud, Minn.

The team designed a 500-car parking ramp with a campus security office for the northern end of St. Cloud’s campus. Easing parking pressures on the neighboring streets, it also provided residential students needed monthly parking options. A feasibility study prompted the team to make the ramp fully automated.

Two glass-enclosed stairwells provide elevated views of campus and enhance security. A clock tower incorporated into the facility provides a campus landmark that helps define the entrance to campus and improves way-finding for students and visitors. The structure is designed to support a future expansion to accommodate another 500 cars.

Size: 207,000 sq. ft.

Components: 500-stall ramp; 24-hour campus security office

Completion: 2008

John Strachota (retired)
Terri Ulrick
Jim Davy (retired)
Richard Stuerman
Eric West