NSW Police Back to Base Fitout – 21 Charles St, Parramatta
The project involved a full strip-out and reconfiguration of electrical and data infrastructure across a 2000sqm workspace, restoring the site to a neutral base for future fitout needs. This included the safe removal of all existing electrical services, power outlets, lighting fixtures, data cabling, and communications infrastructure, many of which were outdated or no longer aligned with modern workplace standards.
Lightspeed Electrical worked systematically to disconnect, isolate, and remove redundant systems, ensuring the process was carried out in full compliance with Australian safety regulations. All cabling was removed back to its source, and switchboards were reworked to reflect the stripped-back layout. Care was taken to ensure that remaining infrastructure, where required, was left in a secure and code-compliant condition.
With future adaptability in mind, the team installed a basic electrical backbone—including general power, compliant emergency lighting, and provisional data pathways—designed to support a range of future layouts and tenant requirements. This neutral base build allows future occupants to integrate their preferred technology and layout options without needing further demolition or major electrical revisions.
By delivering a clean, efficient, and regulation-compliant shell, Lightspeed Electrical ensured the space was ready for new tenancy fitouts with minimal lead time and maximum flexibility.
Builder: Gapcomm Projects
Electrical Contractor: Lightspeed Electrical
Scope of Works:
Electrical & Data Decommissioning
- Removed 1200+ data points
- Disconnected 100 power circuits
- Decommissioned 400 workstations
Lighting System Reconfiguration
- Reconfigured entire floor lighting to meet base building standards
- Modified and upgraded emergency lighting to comply with back-to-base requirements
Compliance & Coordination
- Collaborated with other trades for a seamless and efficient strip-out process
- Ensured full compliance with safety, regulatory, and NSW Police security requirements
This project highlights Lightspeed Electrical’s expertise in high-security, large-scale electrical decommissioning, ensuring a smooth transition of the site back to base for future occupancy.
