RALEIGH — The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation will host a groundbreaking ceremony May 19 at 10 a.m. to mark the beginning of a transformative campus development project at 3320 Garner Road.

The ceremony will celebrate the launch of construction for two new SBI facilities — a new headquarters building and a separate Logistics building — as well as significant renovations to the existing headquarters. Together, these projects represent nearly 100,000 square feet of new and improved space designed to support the future of the SBI.

Once complete, the campus will house SBI administration, Information Technology, the North Carolina Information Sharing and Analysis Center, statewide specialized programs, and the Criminal Information and Identification Section. The campus will also feature training classrooms, conference spaces, and a fitness center to support employee wellness and professional development.

“This project represents a significant investment in the future of the SBI and the public safety of North Carolina,” director Chip Hawley said. “By bringing our teams together in a modern, purpose-built environment, we are strengthening our ability to serve our law enforcement partners and the people of this state.”

The groundbreaking marks Phase One of a four-phase campus plan — the first major transformation of the site in more than 50 years. This phase includes construction of the new headquarters building, the first phase of the Logistics building, major site improvements and a new connection to Tryon Drive.

Planning for the project began in late 2022. By summer 2024, SBI personnel relocated to a temporary headquarters to allow construction to begin. Since that time, crews have completed demolition, site preparation and utility installation — laying the foundation for this next phase of development. Construction will be completed in late 2027, with SBI personnel moving into the new facilities in early 2028.

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