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Learn how to set up police protection in SimCity 3000. We cover police stations, their costs, capacities, and how to place them effectively.

Hey there, future mayor! Ready to keep your city safe and sound? Let's talk about setting up your police force. It's a pretty important service, unlocked at Level 12, and you'll need to place these buildings near your residential zones to be effective. Think of it like giving your Sims peace of mind! There are a few types of police buildings you can build: * Small Police Station: This is your starter station. It's small but gets the job done for a few Sims. * Basic Police Station: A step up, offering more coverage. * Police Precinct: This is your big one, covering a large area and offering the most capacity. * Maxis Manor: This is a special building. It acts as a Police, Fire, and Health building all in one, and its resident, Maxis Man, can even sell you special items. It has infinite capacity, which is pretty neat! There are also some limited-time buildings like the Police Headquarters, but we'll focus on the year-round ones for now. Here's a quick look at the costs and capacities. Keep in mind these are upgrade costs, so you'll be spending Simoleons to get them to their maximum level: | Service | Small Police Station | Basic Police Station | Police Precinct | |---|---|---|---| | Level 1 | 3,000 Simoleons, Capacity 100 | 4,000 Simoleons, Capacity 200 | 8,000 Simoleons, Capacity 250 | | Level 2 | 3,500 Simoleons, Capacity 150 | 4,250 Simoleons, Capacity 300 | 8,500 Simoleons, Capacity 750 | | Level 3 | 4,500 Simoleons, Capacity 200 | 4,500 Simoleons, Capacity 400 | 9,000 Simoleons, Capacity 1,000 | | Level 4 | - | 4,750 Simoleons, Capacity 500 | 9,500 Simoleons, Capacity 1,250 | | Level 5 | - | 5,000 Simoleons, Capacity 600 | 10,000 Simoleons, Capacity 1,500 | | Level 6 | - | - | 10,500 Simoleons, Capacity 1,750 | | Level 7 | - | - | 11,000 Simoleons, Capacity 2,000 | | Level 8 | - | - | 12,500 Simoleons, Capacity 2,250 | | Total Cost | 10,000 Simoleons | 22,500 Simoleons | 79,000 Simoleons | Pro Tip: Don't forget that police buildings need to be placed near your residential zones. If they're too far, your Sims won't feel safe, and that can lead to unhappy citizens and lower land values. Plan your city layout with this in mind!