Construction has begun on a new 10,000-square-foot facility for the Wayne County Humane Society, designed to modernize animal care and adoption services, according to WayneTimes.com. The one-story building will feature updated shelter standards, expanded capacity, and enhanced community engagement space.
Led by architecture firm SWBR and built by LeChase Construction, the project includes new curbing, walkways, and site upgrades to improve accessibility. Officials say the design could serve as a model for shelters across New York State.
Executive Director Mark Plyter called the facility a dream realized, while lawmakers praised the project as a community-driven milestone. The shelter is expected to open by spring 2026.
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