Title
Heartwood Update (NB)
Explanation
Heartwood is a 15.1 acre infill redevelopment project that will accommodate 34 single family detached homes. CRA Staff is nearing the conclusion of the permitting approval process which would yield construction documents for storm water, site work, wetland mitigation, roads and sidewalks, utility infrastructure and more. CRA Staff is also working to finalize the architectural standards and design guidelines with flexible floor plans and ramping up the accompanying marketing efforts.
In spring of 2016, Staff received a construction manager’s cost estimate for the site work in the amount of $2,055,820.00 including utility infrastructure, wetland improvements, paved streets, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and pad ready sites. This estimate included general conditions and the construction manager’s fee. In May 2017, Staff worked with the City’s Purchasing Department on public solicitation for a site contractor in the form of an Invitation to Bid. There were three responsible and responsive bids received; all being over the budgeted amount of $1.7M. CRA Staff is working diligently to pursue solutions that will enable the project to move forward.
Fiscal Note
None at this time
Recommendation
CRA Executive Director to CRA Board: Hear update from Staff