The building was built in 1926 under the direction of architects, Arthur Dillon and Henry L Beadel.

The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 22, 1998.

The building serves as the headquarters for the South Essex Fire Department.

[3] On April 22, 2002, the Fire Headquarters was closed due to the presence of asbestos throughout the structure.

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