Title
Update on Redevelopment Projects and Development Agreements (NB)
Explanation
Staff has been asked to provide an update on several redevelopment projects and development agreements under review. This update is a sampling of the many projects underway by the CRA, and is not a complete list.
Organization Updates:
Staff is getting a final quote and scope for implementation of the website.
Development Agreements:
Gainesville Greens - Located at 104 Southwest 2nd Avenue. The developer is currently working towards attaining final site plan approval. The most significant outstanding issue relates to environmental concerns. The developer is working with the City of Gainesville Planning Department, CRA Staff, and Alachua County Environmental Protection in order to obtain approval for a foundation system that is both structurally safe and environmentally sound. Originally the developer had intended to construct a pad foundation system; however structural engineering indicates that a deep piling system will be required. The developer is working to provide a suitable foundation system that does not contribute to the spread of underground environmental contamination.
Hampton Inn/Lot 9 - The development agreement is being finalized.
University House on 13th Street - Located at the northeast corner of Northwest 13th Street and Northwest 7th Avenue. Staff is working on an interlocal agreement between the City Parks and Recreation Department, the school board, and the developer for improvements to the A. Quinn Jones School as part of their development agreement.
University Corners - Located on the west side of Northwest 13th Street between University Avenue and Northwest 3rd Avenue. The agreement is actively being worked on by Staff.
Project Updates:
Cotton Club - Located at 837 Southeast 7th Avenue. The Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center Inc. has applied for a $350,000 grant from the Historic Preservation Board ...
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