City of Rochester
News Release
(Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009) - Mayor Robert J. Duffy is pleased to announce that on Monday, Nov.9 the City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the sale and redevelopment of City-owned property located at 116 West Main Street.
The City is seeking proposals from qualified development teams for the redevelopment of the approximately 1.5 acre parcel, which is currently used as a surface parking lot. This parcel represents a major real estate development opportunity along West Main Street and North Plymouth Avenue, within the Inner Loop. The City intends to select a plan that increases the tax base, provides a mix of uses compatible and complementary with existing neighbors; employs construction and development methods that promote environmental sensitivity and sustainability; and includes high quality designs that improve the public realm.
“The development of this prominent site is highly anticipated within the downtown community,” said Mayor Duffy. “Nearby Buckingham Commons and development within the Cascade District have already created significant revitalization momentum in this area and the development of 116 W. Main St. will continue that momentum.”
The deadline for submitting proposals is 4:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 21, 2009. Proposals should be sent to: Department of Neighborhood and Business Development, 30 Church St. Room 005A, Rochester, N.Y., 14614.
An informational meeting will be held at noon, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, in the City Council Chambers. City staff will be available at the meeting to answer questions.
Visit http://www.cityofrochester.gov/bidandrfp.aspx to view the RFP and associated resources on the City’s Web site. Hardcopies of the RFP are available upon request by contacting Richard Rynski at (585) 428-6932, or by email at rynskir@cityofrochester.gov.
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News Media: Contact Bret Garwood, Director of Development Services 428-6150 for more information.