26-05 Designating Resolution - Real Property Tax Abatement for David A. Nufer LLC (Burton's Laundry)

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TAX ABATEMENT REPORT Filed in Clerk's Office Feb 4, 2026 TO: South Bend Common Council I;i,,,,c, Lirado City Clerk. south Bend. IN FROM: Erik Glavich, Director, Growth and Opportunity SUBJECT: Retail Development Real Property Tax Abatement Petition for David A. Nufer, LLC (Burton's Laundry) DATE: February 4, 2026 On February 4, 2026, a petition for tax abatement from David A. Nufer, LLC, was filed with the Office of the City Clerk. The petition seeks consideration for a retail development real property tax abatement for property at the following contiguous parcels: 2614-2626 S. Main Street and 109 W. Eckman Street. Pursuant to Chapter 2, Article 6, Section 2-84.9 of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend, the petition was referred to the Department of Community Investment for purposes of investigation and preparation of a report determining whether the area qualifies as an Economic Revitalization Area pursuant to Indiana Code 6 1.1-12.1 and all zoning requirements have been met. The Department of Community Investment has reviewed the petition, investigated the area, and makes the following report. Project Summary • The petitioner, David A. Nufer, LLC, purchased the property at the northeast corner of S. Main Street and W. Eckman Street. and will build a new Burton's Laundry facility on the site (4,600 square feet). • The private investment commitment for the project is $2.0 million and includes $1.2 million for the building and about $800,000 in equipment. • The project will provide residents and families in the surrounding area access to services that might not currently exist. • The petitioner is investing in a neighborhood that is prime for new development. The new building and activity will hopefully spur additional investment and enhance the vibrancy of the community. Employment Impact Per this petition and supporting materials: • Upon completion, the new facility will create (4) new jobs. • Burton's Laundry is committed to providing equal opportunity and diversity in their labor force. The company currently employs 52 individuals across 13 stores in South Bend and the surrounding area.