No. 0908 expanding the boundaries of the WWCDA, expanding the allocation area for purposes of TIF, and amending the development plan

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B€t�i�.1! axk� t_Tr�.►��s. 1. The market for essential goods (groceries) is dominated by Kroger's and Martins grocery stores. 2. Residents of the study area go to the two malls (especially University Park Mall) to do their comparison shopping, as do most South Bend residents. 3. The Hispanic community within the study area frequent a commercial area south of the study area. 4. One respondent suggested that a laundry -mat and a church - owned service could be successful if located near the clinic on Chapin. 1. Spot - zoning for and non - conforming use of commercial buildings exist in the study area, contributing to physical deterioration of commercial buildings. 2. The trend of house- moving and commercial office rehabilitation has reached its peak. The lack of tax incentives has contributed to this condition. an 3, The commercial use of historic buildings creates investment dilemma for those interested in revitalizing the area. Overall, while the demand has been strong for office space for small offices, the conversion of previously residential structures to commercial uses leaves the area vacant during the weekends and at night. One respondent feels that this contributes to the perception that the Near westside neighborhood is not secure. Rovitp ZAtt Qn Pote�tiai a�d_?veea 1. The majority of persons interviewed feel that if crime was put "in check" that many persons from the remainder of South Bend would frequent or perhaps invest in the study area. Crime does seem to be limited to both break -ins in commercial properties and drug- related violence on the streets. One factor contributing to the present perception of crime is the presence of loitering individuals on the streets outside of taverns. One respondent suggested that a local drinking ordinance might alleviate some of the Ce loitering, 2. Past investment.i_n and ongoing use of the Colfax Cultural Center, Tippecanoe Place, and homes that have been moved 0 APPLIED REAL ESTATE ANALYSIS, INC.