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26-08 Resolution Approving and Adopting the Downtown 2045 Plan
to PLAN C0 City Hall � City o f South Bend ^ King, Blvd.5 0 0 * z South Bend, IN 46601 PLAN COMMISSION (574) 235-7627 www.southbendin.gov/zoning FSTq 9L15HO 26° March 10, 2026 Honorable Troy Warner Filed in Clerk's Office 3rd Floor, City Hall South Bend, IN 46601 Mar 11, 2026 13ianca I irado RE: Downtown 2045 Plan Adoption Resolution City Clerk. South Bend, IN Dear Committee Chair: Enclosed is a Resolution for the approval and adoption of the Downtown 2045 Plan. This will serve as an amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Please include the attached Resolution on the Council agenda for the one required reading plus public hearing at your March 23, 2026, Council meeting. The petition is scheduled for public hearing at the March 16, 2026, South Bend Plan Commission meeting. The recommendation of the South Bend Plan Commission will be forwarded to the Office of the City Clerk by noon on the day following the public hearing. If you have any questions,please call our office at(574)235-7627. Sincerely, Brian Killen Zoning Administrator Tim Corcoran Brian Killen Francisco Fotia Planning Director Zoning Administrator Commission President Filed in Clerk's Office BILL NO. 26-08 Mar 11, 2026 Bianca Tirado RESOLUTION NO. City Clerk, South Bend, IN A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE DOWNTOWN 2045 PLAN WHEREAS,the City of South Bend, Indiana, recognizes the need to improve and revitalize Downtown through strategic planning; and WHEREAS, in 2006,City Plan,the Comprehensive Plan for South Bend, was adopted by the Area Plan Commission of South Bend-St. Joseph County and the Common Council of the City of South Bend pursuant to the provisions of Indiana Code 36-7-4-500 et. seq. as a statement of policy for the land use development of the jurisdiction; and WHEREAS,Policy LU 1.1 of City Plan is to pursue the development of area-specific plans; and WHEREAS,the Downtown 2045 Plan is a strategic revitalization plan that was created with input from a variety of stakeholders, including residents and property owners,and area businesses and other organizations; and WHEREAS, the Downtown 2045 Plan contains revitalization strategies, detailed land use and zoning plans for the development of the area, and a strategic implementation matrix, all with public and private sector investment opportunities; and WHEREAS, the South Bend Plan Commission has approved the Downtown 2045 Plan by resolution, has certified it to the Common Council of the City of South Bend, and has provided it with a favorable recommendation; and WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana has the authority to amend a comprehensive plan if it finds the content to be appropriate and in the best interests of the community; and WHEREAS, the Downtown 2045 Plan,which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, contains all the elements necessary to strategically guide development in its specific area and is appropriate and in the best interest of South Bend and its residents. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the South Bend Common Council as follows: SECTION I: The Downtown 2045 Plan, a true and complete copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein,shall be and hereby is approved. SECTION II: The adoption of the Downtown 2045 Plan amends City Plan, the Comprehensive Plan for South Bend,by providing further direction for the area of land within the boundaries of the Downtown 2045 Plan. SECTION III: That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council. Canneth J. Lee, Council President South Bend Common Council Attest: Bianca L. Tirado,City Clerk Office of the City Clerk Presented by me, the undersigned Clerk of the City of South Bend, to the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana on the day of , 2026, at o'clock .m. Bianca L. Tirado,City Clerk Office of the City Clerk Approved and signed by me on the day of , 2026,at o'clock .m. James Mueller,Mayor City of South Bend, Indiana -2- Filed in Clerk's Office Mar 23, 2026 Bianca Tirado City Clerk. South Bend, IN From:Charity Stowe<charityherdevelopment@gmail corn> Sent:Monday,March 23,2026 2:02 PM To:Chris Dresser<cdresselgsouthbendin.gov> Cc:Rachel Mospan<rachelmospan@gmail.com> Subject:Re March 23 City Council Meeting/Downtown Plan Adoption Hi Chris, Unfortunately our schedules aren't going to allow us to attend the meetings,but here's a comment from both of us at Herstor.c Development 614 S Sa nt Joseph St,South Bend): We are writing to express our support of the Resolution Approving and Adopting the Downtown 2045 Plan As South Bend natives and developers active in the downtown area we have attended several of the sessions over the past two years held to gain input and feel that the final plan does reflect the needs and desires of our South Bend community We are excited to see so many of the projects presented in these plans already underway and are particularly enthusiastic about the goals in this plan surrounding walkability sustainability.preservation and arts&culture Thanks so much for your work on this We're very excited CHARITY STOWE roundel — C o'•300 t041 Kees,oreede'eloomen:.corn ii L:riS I('E-::(.: Filed in Clerk's Office Mar 23, 2026 Bianca Tirado City Clerk, South Bend, IN From:Jordan Richardson<jordan@lpropertybrosllccorn) Sent:Monday,March 23,2026 6:08 PM To:Chris Dressel<cdressel@isouthbendin.gay' Subject:Re:South Bend Downtown Plan Adoption-March 23 Council Meeting Chris, To the Department of Community Investment, I want to take a moment to express my appreciation for the vision and effort behind the Downtown South Bend Plan. With a 20-year plan of this scale and intention,I truly believe the City of South Bend positions itself as a regional leader—one that other cities will look to for inspiration.This plan doesn't just outline growth;it paints a picture of a vibrant intentional,and people-centered future. As a developer actively building alongside the City and supporting its mission to provide affordable and equitable housing,I see firsthand how critical a thriving downtown is to the broader ecosystem of our community.A strong downtown core becomes the heartbeat of the city—driving homeownership.increasing population density,and creating a place where people want to live work,and invest. I'm especially encouraged by how this plan sets the stage for a downtown that is not only economically active,but also safe,engaging,and full of life.This kind of environment will serve both current residents and those who will choose to relocate to South Bend in the years ahead because of its energy and opportunity. I'm grateful for the planning department and the countless hours invested by your team to shape this roadmap for our city's future.The clarity of vision and long- term commitment reflected in this plan is something we as development partners,can align with and build alongside. I look forward to continuing to contribute to this shared vision and to seeing downtown South Bend evolve into the dynamic center this pian sets t up to become. Best Jordan M Richardson Please excuse my delay my meetings ran over and I'm just getting free and headed into my next commitment So peoud of out South bend team Jordan Richardson CEO&Founder,Property Bros LLC A:1251 N Eddy St Suite 200 South Bend.IN 46617 M:574.383 9494 :Jordancpropertybrosllc cum I W.Propertybrosllc.com INVESTING FOR A BETTER TOMORROW , ,..v. _ .. __. ,,,,,,,t„ 46, , „ _,:-„, ,4,--,,-,_„ - / / ?._.as``. -.�'� t 'G�-' .j II�F.,,` p���/J ( 4{n G"'a� �c n p-,.._ - . _ - t ���L- .(/7� _ �� ,wr <1i mac'T" /1�— "') ,.4%., are—. �1� Bea {� ,(('!., 41, ` Ste/[ �,,�y 1 a .„.., DOWNT S �W _.�8���--J (�I N' ' 6 ."icy' Iv- ' I - jj---''!"' -7-L-L..4:1:::::: 1 'I': 1''''-'::-.1.7':,..--l.1...:5:--71: 14: . - , V:,..,..-,,..7.,--,....; - ' ,-;----:-;.:4N; ,--3,c7 .„.--r-____ 71.-- .", ._,_,.,...----• ;" '-' ,,..7 ',,,e).,..„4:: 7 . I's. 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The City of South Bend •//n11//11 ' James Mueller,Mayor of the City of South Bend //II/II//!� f1//�f1//1W. Canneth Lee,City Council Member,1st District Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers.City Council Member.znd District IIIIIMINW ///////1 w0 { �� Troy Warner.City Council Member,4th District IMMIIII. ///f1///i f, �"rim,oil i�I{L�tI Aspecial thanes to all the residents businesses,and organizations that shared i F M -TIC: i`9a �(` i l $ i I' �1. Minn///1 their thoughts and vision for the future of Downtown South Bend .- ! r ii �, Nu 11 a r ..., 1 Prepared by: , ,' = ->. / ; , �' ��.. Li., i, `. r t" .4.-_— .- Department of Community Investment - _ is zl { - .� ! yl` '" _r ._7 _0 • a44- : •< _,Director of Community investment °' ,�,• .o y{.r�,. , - - 1 Tim Corcoran.Director of Planning&Community Resources ! 4.1 el I,. t Michael Divita Assistant Director of Planning _ -�" Angela Rose.Senior Planner t 'ipET, ` f " _: `'ol _ Chris Dressel,Senior Planner ILn oilsi$' S� P •'. - r i - itip % - _ ' Consultant Tearn __ .,. 4 �'_ .ei 1y. ' .. Urban Design Associates '■ - ��-�►'— -��� --- :�•4' _I'— r _ rp4 ' . II . �l_ ,f. �r Torti Gallas•Partners 4,1 II I s` - Y fit • '" ,s '.': "- P . 0 `� RCLCO Real Estate Consulting oil! %1ra4al 1 •'*"' `y , -.4• 1 Walker Consultants i .t� ��- f bi L Indiana Landmarks ,r•� - �' r..,��I - - ,v f•/f � \` � '� ... �` r r i06VNTOWN r+ LF ,0 , , \,, �Ir „f, • U H BEND . u3A ,-- = URBAN DESIGN ASSOCIATt _ I1 t 'T i �— .'nL _ ' ❑� � r t ii ' 1�'{ l , =. --o. rr1i j;r'',Imam c°�Riu►s+ ' DOWNTOWN ' vg., r1isi- I � �Trf f 'f:37, ! 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Ali Table of Contents Executive Summary 1 The Town Square 42 Built Form & Design Standards 103 Creating a Vision for Downtown South Bend 2 The Century Center&Jefferson 47 Retail Frontage 105 A Big Idea for the Future 49 Residential Frontage 107 Overview 7 Arts&Culture 59 Residential Frontage•Apartment 108 What is a Plan? 8 Arts&Culture Assets 61 Residential Frontage•Townhouse 109 History of Downtown South Bend 9 Innovation&Institutional Catalysts 65 Street Frontage with Grade Change 110 Downtown Today 12 Tech&Talent District 67 Significant Focal Points 111 Downtown Tomorrow 15 Beacon Health 71 Alley&Mid-block Connections 107 Planning Context 16 Health District 72 Screening&Locating Parking&Loading 113 Engagement&Design Process 17 Sports&Entertainment District 73 Zoning&Building Types 115 o Vision Workshops 19 Renaissance District 75 Building Types 117 g Development Principles 20 Neighborhoods 77 0 Design Week 21 Downtown North Neighborhoods 79 Historic Preservation 119 2 February&March 2025 Open House 22 Downtown Central 81 Preservation Principles for Downtown 121 0 Riverfront West 83 Historic Properties 123 m z Analysis 23 Western Avenue Transformation 86 Physical Form&Patterns 24 Public Realm 89 Implementation 133 Market&Economic Analysis 27 Gateways to Downtown 91 Implementation Strategies 134 Parking Analysis 29 Riverfront&Gathering Spaces 92 Downtown Tomorrow 135 Public Art 94 Plan Implementation Matrix 136 The Vision 31 Lighting of Downtown Riverfront 95 The Vision for Downtown 32 CurbLess&Shared Streets 96 Appendix 143 Vision Projects 34 Tree Canopy 97 Historic Preservation 145 The Heart of Downtown 35 Streetscapes for People 98 Under Separate Cover Retail Core along Michigan Street 37 Multi-Modal Connectivity too Market Analysis Report Jon Hunt Plaza 41 Transit 102 Parking Analysis Report January-March 2024 Community Engagement Summary DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND 2045 PLAN I SOUTH BEND.INDIANA I MARCH 2026 m . .0. - - •--1 ' • I , ,.. . 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Ilir'if..) 1 i Z I t.:1 11101fr All• - .*.''','•'4 kV' .- ___,...,,,o,„ ,_ ,, 4 b, .... , ,J.,-.,:.15,,,,,,.,-' 404,Alik Allik Will'aiiNA . .. 11" ft. -1 NON- a) >III > la1=11 III Mill (I3 411111 = E 0 w x = w in Creating a Vision for Downtown South Bend WHY NOW? South Bend is at an exciting moment in its history.Over the coming years,public,private,and ,: ''' l ti. 1= non-profit partners will invest over Si billion in Downtown.With such a tremendous amount of ' ,,,e +s1J„• investment in the City and the change that will result,it is appropriate to pause and ask essential :-•-••• l w u k. — questions about the future of Downtown and be strategic about the priorities and investments. HOW DID WE GET HERE? - ^ -- This plan results from a year-long public engagement effort by the City of South Bend to create a vision for Downtown 20 years from today.In addition to engaging with the community and =."'R -..�„thi ., .14-- _ _s stakeholders,the City and design team analyzed and recorded existing physical and market Z. ' -— • , • conditions to ensure that any proposed idea remained grounded in what is physically and �. i.. . ?-;,. economicallyviable.The plan also built on the foundation of the surroundingneighborhood _ �`".�► M` plans.weaving in the neighborhood initiatives to create a fabric that would more easily connect �.. , •" k`u.., r • - to Downtown amenities. WHAT WILL THE PLAN DO? v .- r — 4;-, This plan will guide and shape downtown's built environment and public realm.It outlines the _ needs and goals of Downtown,illustrates successful project Implementation,and serves as a _ z road map for future development and public initiatives.It is intended to be used by residents, BENTON developers and builders,public officials,community leaders,and city staff This document is HARBOR& organized into six sections:Overview,Analysis,The Vision,Built Form and Design Standards, ST.JOSEPH KALAMAZOO Historic Preservation,and Implementation. -4,'� h J,.i w •lllx tj �•-t.of`. T {� �,, 5 -., H CHICf;GO MICHIGAN SOUTH 1 --.r F. e ,- : 1••1 ,...s, 2 j __4.. CITY BEND ,, `i :-- 73'� ` �e. 6 ,.{rry I )}_.Ir I � j#� HAMMOND `,:f Ill i0' • mil'- r. • ,j.,7„ "77- . ,i, . . ,4.y1s,, /e �.,�,_. ''.y ,J .(� y EAST CHICAGO ELKI TART } :Ala., ' .�•�- +y: �,.:�; .oi10' _yf--'4!t GARY v 1`.,*' 1 , .,. '` — 4 - .'. FORT . .. v— ra: _ WAYNE 11 ^- I ry _ t . F -.:�rH, �p '- � .d' .� -� - � rR - Downtown South Bend is the largest urban environment between Fort Wayne.Kalamazoo.and the metropolitan Chicago area.With strategic F,za: - R could thedestination ie that lab) thesuburbs andsmall townsNorth NorthwestIndiana - - - - - - investments. reemerge as for experiences aren'tavailable in s u s ofwes . DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND 2045 PLAN I SOUTH BEND.INDiANA I MAi• . Executive Summary a OVERVIEW & ANALYSIS THE VISION The project team Listened to the community and stakeholders to understand the needs and The vision for Downtown South Bend in 20 years is a regional destination where visitors can challenges of Downtown while also analyzing its physical form.Community engagement spend a day walking,eating,shopping,and enjoying cultural experiences.Four priorities will took place through a series of surveys,workshops,and open houses,from which thousands guide the transformation: of comments were collected.The project team analyzed patterns through mapping and diagramming,a parking study,and a market analysis.. • Reinvigorate the Heart of Downtown • Attract jobs and people to Downtown The engagement and analysis steps were conducted simultaneously,with the findings • Add house:.,., ,and infill i ,3iiborhoods within and around Downtown supporting one another.The community expressed a desire for increased activation,improved • Create a world-class connected riverfront open space system destinations,and better access to the riverfront.In parallel,the analyses identified the lack of connections between Downtown and the river and the fragmented nature of retail in the area. The vision plan outlines a series of projects divided into four sections:The Heart of Downtown, These themes and insights from the analysis and stakeholder engagement form the foundation Innovation&Institutional Catalysts,Neighborhood Nodes,and Public Realm Enhancements. for a 20-year vision for Downtown. Each project includes a description and an illustration depicting the site's potential in support of accomplishing the four priorities. • I rai Arin • # f te ; ' _- • c WOO I t�_ W Mt ---..,!iiiirri4:-.-,,, tip% I�<<+%s,i ref A. , �t ��, J ( ' 1 l - +11 if/i/ �' X 1i'I .a `$ >r .1,,,, .,,, ;►d,;!i --• tt /l p • tt•. .,, I + , •`` ,` 'F 'I I .- Via.. 1,, . s - ' - , "- e `;-.j \_,4 71 8 w- - r.._ 4t 1it, y 1n 1� i, / '�.. • . . .• o� tirl�' The analysis drawing of existing parks and trails Downtown Existing retail in Downtown is spread out and not concentrated in The Downtown of 2045 will function as a true center of the region.with new world-class illustrates the lack of a connected open space network any one location destinations.neighborhoods,jobs.and unique cultural experiences. Executive Summary 3 VISION PROJECTS The projects included in the plan emerged from stakeholders.the community,and the City. 1 ' i A building on current initiatives and identified opportunities.The goal is for each project to strategically build on existing assets and past successes and engage both public and private o 7 wg „^ t partners. flp"9 rlir t .• The Heart of Downtown projects focus on reinvigorating Michigan Street and surrounding 4" 1; `. i �OcaP blocks,building on current initiatives,and responding to the community's desire for a central wayw aj—F a gathering space with active uses connected to the riverfront.The Innovation&Institutional wrienst i = '<'•�' y P. Catalysts projects focus on attracting jobs and people,building upon the efforts of Beacon r F� Health System,the University of Notre Dame,the Renaissance District,and others to enhance r"""'�.�'" y i r �' _ employment opportunities Downtown. / '� �:, I. a i The Neighborhood Nodes category offers recommendations to expand housing close to jobs „ a. LaSalle Ave F and support downtown retail.Finally,the Public Realm Enhancement projects build on the City's ; ,Iht efforts to create a safe,comfortable and connected downtown for people on foot,on bicycles, � -�� . .-..rimin=t Colfa.Ave N using public transit,or driving. I �r1s Zil +•/..A The Heart of Downtown Innovation&Institutional Catalysts '; o • Retail Core at Michigan Street • Tech&Talent Innovation District �''`.¢. , - Y i I' -= - �effersnn Blvd an h = • Jon Hunt Plaza • Beacon Health District " i I , IK_G t ', 0` , • The Town Square • Sports&Entertainment District r I,1e �� r:gym. ti,! i • Howard • The Century Center&Jefferson • Renaissance District iI asp...) " m ; 4°,- ' ~, A Blvd Realignment '`� 4 �•-t 1 • ' A' Public Realm Enhancements .e i ' s ;SSA ,, onroe • A Big Idea for the Future- • Gateways to Downtown { "'t, iit ['"r c4 Signature Riverfront Park Li E i ; 4. • Riverfront&Open Spaces T , ' • t�••� s..�; LL i� Neighborhood Nodes • Streetscapes for People l :r __�___ $ t t h. • Riverfront West •i 4.,-,,,,. ris Hi�lo..:� • Downtown North • Transit 4-`�RI j f Neighborhoods ''1 -- • Downtown Central i j•[ • Western AvenueSample St Transformation Executive Summary 4 BUILT FORM & DESIGN STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES Downtown districts present specific design challenges unique to the character of Downtown. Nine principles emerged from the public engagement process.Every The Built Form&Design standards offer guidance and best practices for these unique initiative and project should measure success against how well it Downtown design challenges.They include standards and guidance for retail and residential accomplishes these principles. frontage,screening for back-of-house functions,preservation of visual focal points,and improvements to mid-block connectivity. '4 ,e 1' , .. . .2_ ,.. Inuit -,:- '\•,,‘NC',.:'* 11,,' t' 1/4'4, ,. . . .. t, ir 1 N ' ,. .,.., -.. . :::-..- Activate the Expand Housing Anchor Downtown • :' : Riverfront Options with Jobs&People ,, ` e Illr S ' e- , ' . . ' 1 41. jai }-r_ . , Create a Safe&Inclusive Create Vibrant Building Comfortable& ' ' ' I I."! r '}, . a ,` Place for Everyone Public Places Accessible Connections i, { ■ / ,.pi -;. .r • ,n 0 . Grow&Support Embrace Sustainable Support&Leverage Local Businesses Practices Arts&Culture Executive summary 5 HISTORIC PRESERVATION IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES Historic preservation offers a chance to revitalize the heart of Downtown.Historic properties From the outset of the Downtown South Bend 2045 Example Funding Stack for a Public Project narrate the tale of South Bends growth,from its industrial beginnings to its changing urban initiative,the City has prioritized impLementability. landscape.Revitalizing these properties will enhance the cultural vibrancy and economic This approach guided the selection criteria for PhniUat mnNropicveretl Funtry other tlirplor Gapsrrs_> - sour sustainability of Downtown.Successfully rehabilitating a historic building stimulates further interventions,the vetting and development of action Leveraged Furore Investmem—> investment in the surrounding area.Amidst renewed interest in urban living,historic architecture steps,and the active involvement of partners from the enhances walkable downtowns.This document highlights downtown's historic buildings and beginning,The plan is grounded in market projections Total Local match and/or tax—) >Project provides recommendations for several at-risk properties. that reflect what is realistic and achievable within Cost the 20-year timeframe.The implementation strategy outlined in this chapter details responsibilities and State&Federal grants&bonds—+ roles,partnerships,and specific timeframes for execution. a N ';+lr�_.. 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( tiP t� asil�j� 1, r 4 f� .., t F. 1-- -.:- ! , .4 di--\ k i , r++ r r /: What is a Plan? A neighborhood plan is a shared statement about the desired WHO IS A PLAN FOR? F� ! long-term future for that area and a strategy to reach those �•*•►,. - goals.Developed through a public engagement process,a Neighborhood Residents �� plan is a guide for: can use the plan to understand proposed initiatives in the . T ...4%10..._ short,medium,and long terms. I .-4�i!►? �. v • Making decisions about what kind of development and '=11111 11 services are appropriate. Developers,Builders,and Other Individuals .�'- ,•��:�" • - ` j S will use the plan to help determine the type,scale,intensity, 'asV�' -01 - ��„ • How resources should be allocated,and and location for new development. • How issues residents,business and property owners,and Public Officials and Community Leaders �i 9� j ��` �. others in the neighborhood are concerned about could be will use the plan to direct funding and to make decisions on 0 '1'.> addressed. zoning and development issues. =�' ;ig '- Created in the context of the needs and priorities of the Larger City Staff i ` ' ' region,a neighborhood plan focuses on assets and challenges will use the plan to understand key neighborhood issues and Z • unique to that specific area.Neighborhood plans seek to " "�' create a more livable urban place that is attractive,healthy, as a guide to implementing priority projects and initiatives. g U// equitable,and sustainable for current and future %gig 0 Once adopted,a neighborhood plan becomes official City /� HOW IS A PLAN USED? 44 policy as an amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan. /o % - 1.. A neighborhood plan provides a broad framework for future .il�; �!r ���' initiatives,and it serves as a starting point for more detailed A�111 i®"'" 4� co WHAT DOES A PLAN INCLUDE? planning and public engagement as individual projects are `�S ' pursued. A plan will continually evolve to meet the changing '' t Neighborhood plans typically identify strategies to be needs of the community. if e 0 4 r-' implemented over the next 20*years within the following The maps,diagrams,photographs.and other graphics iA `� categories: presented within a neighborhood plan are for illustrative f \ i , • Public Facilities&Infrastructure:Improving streets, purples only.The images are not intended to represent the � jyr N' sidewalks,Lighting,parks.bike paths,and essential utilities exact results expected from the implementation of the plan, e;;'+ to create accessible and safe spaces. but they provide a general representation of development . s principles,desired building types,land use.infrastructure,and T` it • Housing:Addressing housing stock,condition,diversity,and r `�. other elements that the plan establishes. affordability to ensure options for all economic levels 4 � The specific scope,final form,and timing of neighborhood y • Zoning&Land Use:Guiding development by specifying � T �, plan initiatives will depend on market demand,the interest of . building types,design standards,density,and appropriate t r ` ' ,c.. ,, private organizations and individuals,available resources,and ~' locations for residential,commercial,and mixed-use areas. direction from further public engagement. IR • Other Matters:Incorporating community-specific needs, 4 .' such as environmental sustainability,historic preservation, . *Pt economic development,and public safety. n [ .i TOWN.'i1)TH p.t(I ..1,I,L-fJ ..CTH HI I f ,I';i.z NA ' MAP.i,i .,.. History of Downtown South Bend OVERVIEW The storyof Downtown South Bend is a history -" '°" - ra ` i inextricably ' a a<cr„r, tied to the ups and downs of industrial development across - � 4 `. •.:� �' "' % S }}- i1�� I the country.South Bends downtown,bounded to the east 1 • •Ski _fit„I I by the southwesternmost bend of the St.Joseph River,was v t _ the economic powerhouse of the region throughout the igth a f; `.�, -' 7 .ten ¢ ' `a\ ° century,but it experienced the same decline in the mid-loth .�n r. .e y� a Rile; 4: g. century suffered by many Rust Belt cities.But the last few y t`'K ` ft, i z Irk =l� ,, decades have seen major improvements,with a growing }". ,---• f -' population and renewed interest in urban living.From a culture �,,r „,MNcuc. centered on the river and the railroad to the education,tech, '`- / _-g., and healthcare driven economy of today.Downtown South "`i m., ,• 1��.. Bend has experienced an incredible amount of change � lt��_ �o � throughout its history-a history that will continue to define the r" z a ,y-7 / to ' _. . . r 4 TRANSPORTATION 41!e future story of Down wn, r - ' EARLY SETTLEMENTS & INDUSTRIES Map of South Bend,1866 1922Pamphtet A River-Based Economy Institutions&Education Geographically located at the southwesternmost bend of the In 1842,Father Edward Sorin accepted 524 acres of land just local economy rooted in production,South Bend experienced St.Joseph River,this region was occupied for centuries by the to the north of Downtown South Bend with the intent to found a huge influx of Polish,Hungarian,Irish,German,Italian,and Miami and Potawatomi tribes and used as a portage,or an a Catholic college amongst the small local population,which Swedish immigrants looking for steady,well-paid work in overland route between waterways,between Lake Michigan was majority Protestant.Sorin was successful,receiving the factories in the latter half of the century. and the Kankakee River which flows into the Illinois River and official college charter in 1844 for the University of Notre Dame eventuallythe Mississippi River.French explorers and fur traders South Bend was incorporated as a city in 1865,and the PP P du Lac.Buildings began to spring up to form a campus within industrial economy flourished following the end of the were the first European settlers of South Bend.building cabins the century.The economic influence and renown of Notre American Civil War.Downtowns were thriving economic hubs and trading posts along known trails and routes,including Dame continues to shape the City of South Bend today by at this time,with factories mostly occupying riverfronts and Michigan Road,Indiana's first"super highway.° attracting young talent and respected faculty to the region. small commercial storefronts lining busy,gridded streets Two of the first fur trader settlers,Alexis Coquillard and Railroad Connections&Industrialization filled with vendors,early automobiles,horses,streetcars,and Lathrop M.Taylor,plotted the town of South Bend.home to The first steam locomotive entered South Bend in 1851,shifting people.With a population of more than 30.00o in 1880,South approximately 128 inhabitants in 1831.Within the next two commerce from the river to the railroad.This shift spurred Bend boasted a local newspaper,an opera house,a Large city decades,businesses and industries began to spring up in the establishment of some of South Bend's most famous park(Howard Park),hotels(including the original Oliver Hotel at Downtown South Bend,particularly around the two man-made industrial titans,including Henry Studebaker's first wagon Main&Washington Street and the Grand View Hotel where the canals,the East Race and West Race.The waterpower was shop in 1852.the Singer Sewing Company in the 186os,and Century Center stands today),a public library,courthouse,and necessary for production before the development of electric the Oliver Chilled Plow Company in the 187os.With a booming more. power. Overview y CtrW N rGd:w 5,Jo T,,BEND zoa P'._3,N . Si,IH FEND INC ii,ii= , r4APCh,et 25 ' , Downtown South Bend continued to thrive well into the Urban Renewal , 9 _�" ' + ,'-4 early part of the loth century.By 1goo,the population of The ig6os and 1g7os saw a trend in urban renewal across the 4 ,_ft South Bend reached 35,ggg.Other industrial giants including country.In Iwo,the South Bend Redevelopment Commission --, Bendix Corporation later,following mergers South Bend Toy was formed and called for removal of blighted areas and Company,South Bend Watch Company,O'Brien Paint Corp, buildings.Many of the building demolitions were carried out /d 'i •3 and many more made South Bend their home.South Bend throughout Downtown South Bend,including the 10o block i ..., A ;, - was also connected to Chicago by the South Shore interurban of North Michigan Street that became known as The Hole" 1 ;i - • „, ..ilia_� I i established in 1g25 and regional,electric rail transportation. because it sat empty for almost a decade.First Source Center ,� r ., A track elevation program was completed in ig2g,creating opened on this site in 1g80. bridges over Michigan,Bronson.Main,Lafayette.Prairie,Scott, The Century Center was conceptualized as a convention and Chapin Streets for the New York Central railroad tracks to center,sited between Downtown and the river,where the ' d! reach South Bend's Union Station which also opened that year. Oliver Chilled Plow Company once stood.Intemationally- �I 1 �_ S A✓ recognized architect Philip Johnson was commissioned to ' design the facility which opened in 1g77 and is an example of o DEINDUSTRIALIZATION & DECLINE (r, _ I•1 e_} !Pt late-postmodernist architecture. "- ., tt ' ;, I Post-War Downturn v r ,n,�M _ Paired with the First Source Center and Century Center N -ss „ �" By ig5o.more than half of all employment in South Bend was r k ><�� 1 redevelopments was a street realignment project.Dr.Martin o rit �' ,1, �. ,•� ''- )i .0 1# ' . in the manufacturing sector.But this prosperity did not last. Luther King Jr.Boulevard(then St.Joseph Street)was + � r, I-._ The post-WWII decline in manufacturing as well as the US r -ir ^� b constructed as a bypass of Michigan Street.from LaSalle �.�, ?�`� 1:, _ - - Federal Reserves economic restructuring lowered the cost ,.. �- Avenue to Monroe Street.This bypass was intended to help ; A w� A of imported manufactured goods,decimating industrial-and j� , _•i -� manufacturing-based economies across the country. Michigan Street become a pedestrian mall lined with retail r-,� shops.Although a trendy concept at the time,this traffic As factories closed,residents abandoned the Downtown- shift allowed vehicles to easily pass through the downtown South Bend's population began to decline dramatically after without any incentive to stop,walk,and shop.Many retailers on 1 3 - peaking at 132.445 in 1.960.The suburbs began to expand and Michigan Street closed in the following decades. _ many downtown buildings fell into disrepair. -.-- r ' C b IP wi ■ --11 Historic photos of Downtown South Bend.circa t9zos .. ... .. .i_..... -. Overview io REVITALIZING DOWNTOWN Bringing People buck A variety of revitalization strategies have been implemented in Downtown South Bend in the last few decades.In ig86, - , Stanley Coveleski Regional Stadium,now Four Winds Field, _ was constructed to host a minor league affiliate team of the c ". - . ;, . ". Chicago White Sox.In 2008,the i4o-acre former site of the .. --�- i a `- .�.... .,.-a...._ %__.,p8'2., .�--- r Studebaker manufacturing complex just south of Downtown ' •, , -- . , x - .,. �"d= was proposed as a technology park called Ignition Park. -y"" 2 t� -- v' Paired with Innovation Sark,built in nog at the Universityof ,. . emu' �` •3 , ! III -= iW. Notre Dame campus,Ignition Park is intended to cluster"high- - I` .1 .,, "� -- a =- ',,, potential technologies and ventures"and attract technology " 4• e; start-ups and workers. 'FI ''''\ !` .-w ^ " ig'i- ''�" The Largest employer in South Bend is Beacon Health _ 4-; - — ; i:, °' -- �:;• -•"e't _ .- ``,-- System,which employs over 7,00o workers in the City and is r _ _ it. - — ��':.. _ " headquartered in Downtown South Bend at Memorial Hospital = -to, - ` ' " q; ' Healthcare systems often generate huge economic benefits , and help attract healthcare professionals to the region. ., ,, `� ° �' • a_ 3' . In 2013 the Smart Street Initiative,a Complete Streets plan to make the City safer for pedestrians,bicyclists,and motorists, f i,p,� '' • 't :=1.-"`` " .f,,. u was created by the City.Many of the one-way streets that wereAbil established in the era of urban renewal were converted into '`' two-way streets,including Main Street and Michigan Street.In y' ------� 4 rn `"�' the 2010.s the Cit 's populationbegan growing . �r• -+� i►� y p p g owi g steadily again. �, �, -" • � Moving Forward . *' :;�'�` '' r �. - :, � ..4444, � ✓ Today,Downtown South Bend continues to grow,with thriving - - - `, institutions,beautiful parks,beloved restaurants and retailers, Downtown South Bend Today historic architecture,and remarkable riverfront views.A renewed interest in urban living sets the context for this plan, charting the way forward to a future that builds on the rich, illustrious history of Downtown South Bend. Overview 11 Downtown Today +�. 4, :e >r.._ • _ 'R.+� Y� � 1.M -®®1�r • •i V f I J Hey, Downtown....are you surviving `y, ac''�' ,' *-, - y or thriving. - .,�,: • ;Y: . _ �p During the early visioning workshops and survey,residents K it described Downtown South Bend's unique character as .....-•i°'+t�' 1 , s' AEI "''+��" , v. "friendly and welcoming',"big enough but small enough",and ` 7 a .: 'r.•F�—Al..,., i l r3hF � .. Poi._ , ri iiiW�3 r ii .c...>, aplace for"rust belt innovators".While Downtown surviving, .,; � Pi •,• 9� '.:tir. �►�•.1Y t`���r �_•...no,:ir ;'�!l�l�i�i most people quicklyidentified that it is not thriving.Man ! places Downtown feet disconnected and Less walkable due '' r--� - v to a Lack of density retail,housing and an overabundance of15r surface parking Lots Residents and visitors see the potential ` -r•. of the St.Joseph River,but realize that Downtown South Bend 4- K 4 c W isn't making the most of the opportunity to connect to and ~' ,'.- �••. experience the river i. z 1LLr••++�..777bbb—u--ii.__, - lo .,. . ...... . .. , -. _. . ,i-2, ► k 1 a f. �.. - - South Bend C �, - - --� . ..s- - _ - - --1- _•�'..: ,."` 1 - -- C -- f: _ r 1 rs 1.;,l� i .7 • tt Location of Downtown South Bend within the broader city and region Downtown South Bend's rtverfront is one of its most valuable assets Overview 12 y , T1 1 ri(' I 8 \' C .S 1 7/�, ': B ►mot - co 1 f g t n k'!_ �-` p . m t T. I a • iS - 1 g ,...1..; . t, ay.. :. ,,, , M "• .i 'arc }- _. ,- I . tl I i f ' ilk' '11 '4 ° I,IV g rn ' a rof w t t , E •—— , ' \ 3 m li: ' , :4.. . -1 1 1 i i C 1 !CN C 3C r 21 I I- I , '• m TI I 1 E . ` rl 7, b r It 4% I P -• J I Or 3 ` r E 4 s- g a t. 7/ P , v I Y i 2 - �' • F cro sr a t 'trx., 4,t of `. s ht � , iive 4 .' � - �c? . g. t, � •M blork �3 'a M i . � M y - lmb _ IT • �,lr Li " 1• -- - _ - It, 414 ..^ 1 i Vacant and poorly maintained lots downtown can make walking: :dJna:ns ?•,t ;� It1 v _ feel uncomfortable Y. . f ■� ' w The Downtown riverfront trail is currently fragmented.with several reckons along the Wesl — • - — _._ Bank closed for necessary maintenance •� 1�u - _ t vr cr -,,,..- Studebaker Building is a historic landmark Downtown that could see new life with the Renaissance District '+-_ c Many of the storefronts along the 200 block of Michigan Street are in disrepair.hare opaque Y q yLazing,and storefronts In need of active tenants / ►,f• - 1111 e: . • I 1 1 1 1�alrw14F 6P � , �t ,,t , ,, , , 11 a , +t" M < 14 _.1 :ems ✓ f '!. i l , t a 1 r.';r l The Gridiron IS a key location in Downtown.but with the inactive former College Football -' -- Hall of Fame,adjacent parking and challenged grade,lacks the draw of a town square Four Winds Field is a destination that brings visitors Downtown Beacon Health brings people and workers Downtown Downtown Tomorrow 1 he Vision for Downtown = • t-�� �,�, � "F,� �,, �4 ' : South Bend is a River City With � Y r �- @� s� �� t� _ erg) :€ • Y —dA °. s 7— cie¢Vera;,". ]u� a�f�r e:vi lt, 'J "something surprising and `. 1s�r ; , a � ®,t?A•j iC•4,44Z^,CPcafl�si _4,-+ 4 •.0 Wonderful around everycorner. , ,i uir� .,p_ -- . '1r- •• ' '�, �� ,-� `� - �� n' L f1 �a , .c. � `r�''rV�l�.�,. ^ ri`2 Y i /E' ..# :" !) . 'xp v" . ir' South Bend residents and partner organizations yearn fora ..40r �I . , � • ' • ra-, 'f * ,1• 4 vibrant.green downtown with riverfront restaurants.parks,and w,w . T�C•�,. " ' w".1�'��? -i . ' , t r. J i; walkable trails.Residents dream about new housing,spaces - f, !qi.� \, ,0• 1' ,-.. ,, Il [ 1, < • for small businesses,new art and music experiences,and -r3'',O.-. - �4 , f- •. ' 1° r, b, more third places that invite people to stay.Over the coming zo ••. " ','` - i ° _ I�.' „: le `� - J7� 4.•46, , ur years,Downtown must focus on adding activities and amenities 1,If_ « ..�Q ° zg, a f'• �--•� 4 that appeal to children and families,which will in turn attract all *i ?!' S . ages and abilities.The Downtown of tomorrow will build on the --,, r. % p- . , "'-' ,�L. + L • S history and culture of South Bend and offer an experience that +:° " YV r` _ ; S :+ isn't available elsewhere in the region. G1, 4, _� '�- f f' , v;mow ; . rx _ ,, _- „�,'�` •�' 1, 4 Y' ' �j,( i t • tu -- ;. f .h •*9T.•.d* F 1 4 jc •1,i� f3, i i N4'., �@Y "'"J1` •►,� ��`* � �a+j'4Y , t. r�.�., �,r a: ; �z" (! • ➢e.„_ .,. .'ii J _, j 'tom, - o — `i .P 4----- ,,.....„: f /fa. _ ems,...,‘,_:: f 1 T i a overview 15 Planning Context Creating a unified vision plan for 1,____ Downtown n - Near Downtown is surrounded by neighborhoods that have Northwest Side `r it,' undergone extensive community engagement and planning Neighborhood ""'=` / processes led by the City of South Bend's Planning and Plan :�, _'► Northeast Community Resources team.Each neighborhood touches .I ` ,.««.= # Neighborhood Downtown,and their plans include thoughts and ideas on / 1 n t�� gPlan Lincoln Park - improvements to the perimeter of Downtown.While there are a'r., ■ J many great ideas,none of the plans have taken a coordinated Neighborhood �,� approach to considering the entirety of the Downtown.In Plan - . !,..0 i > N addition,there has not been a coordinated vision for Downtown f 2 I " ` ' _ u, since the lg6os urban renewal plan created under Mayor Lloyd I .�.. 9 , c Allen. ell MI al NIIV ii.- jig'ati1. III This Vision Plan took into consideration the foundational work a..V se '� N done in the surrounding neighborhood plans and then asked t 1 d, .C s�� Howard Park Near West Side i B East Bank the community and stakeholders to focus their ideas and input ` m on a vision that centers on the heart of the City `Neighborhood Plan ~~ ''��7 Neighborhood r... .-is III Plan ' i ~ ■ IIr,t, i;..,. ; • 4,� . r , 1,' = Monroe Park . 1 r_' . ,' � �_ Edgewater ,,y- ;1_)17�s✓� Airi • ` . p. _ Neighborhood Op-tj in I r • .,t- • dUVTH HESJ;I -fall. Mill . k i 45 TOMORROV..' ` �' ', �L � ��`�,p - - —-4 ,_� Neighborhood Adjacencies to Downtown Boundary - Overvi,=-, Engagement & Design Process The best way to create a ,. +� : r successful, implementable vision '4' - for Downtown is to listen to the -,, ; - , .. community and let their priorities ' ' ---: 1 shape the plan. , , ' PM . .• _., . _ , ,:: , , it: ' ,..,: - L.' The City of South Bend developed this plan through a process - . :; f ! e j P' -_::,.::: _ .,:- i that engaged residents,businesses,institutions,governmentjr. - agencies,and other neighborhood stakeholders.The planning F. ,* v process included online surveys,key stakeholder interviews. and workshops that gathered critical information about the1444016... '' Downtown South Bend planning area's existing conditions. / / •ik k '• needs,and opportunities.This engagement provided the basis for this plan. Casey Steinbacher speaks to a packed auditorium about Durham's transforiruhun Hundreds of ideas were generated through the visioning Workshops in early en24 January 2024 February - March 2024 MI Stakeholder Meetings Online Engagement Casey Steinbacher Visioning Workshops The City's planning staff conducted 23 virtual The Downtown South Bend 2045 survey The City of South Bend,in partnership with DTSB. On February 22 and March 5,the City of South Bend and in-person meetings with neighborhood was available online and on the City's online invited the public to attend kick-off events for the offered visioning workshops.formal presentations stakeholders.Stakeholders included neighborhood engagement platform:Together South Bend.This Downtown South Bend 2045 Plan process.On and open house periods.Workshop exercises asked associations,community and nonprofit survey was available February through May and February 20 at 6pm at the Leighton Auditorium in a series of questions to help guide constructive organizations,faith-based institutions,and would be used to inform the design process during the St.Joseph County Public Library's Community dialogue among residents about Downtown's businesses,City departments,and City Council Design Week.Over 170 surveys were submitted and Learning Center.guest speaker Casey Steinbacher future.Following are some of the major themes that representatives.These conversations began to more than 2,400 ideas were generated. presented"Hey Downtown...Are You Surviving or emerged as result of that dialogue. outline general themes and potential focus areas Thriving?"Steinbacher,Founder of Finding Next,is for the Downtown plan. a national expert in urban innovation strategies and told the story of Durham,North Carolina's place- based Downtown revival.A question-and-answer period followed the presentation. Overview i, « ICE SKATING • y r ;,_:, 1. "Ili f w litr rcv. , w i `''. _ ` 1 • r . All ligt A. '• ,yr_ b a - 4 o Residents helped make decisions about the location and type of retail in Downtown A mid-week Open House alloweu participants to give input while Ideas were in-progress Design Week cu lrnmalea v.rth a presentation of the ideas explored during the week 0 z rt June Fall 2024 Spring - Fall 2025 March 2026 ] . Design Week Draft Plan Open House&Plan Review Adoption Community members were invited to take part in During Fall 2024.the City and consultant team After a draft plan document was created,the Following public hearings.the Plan Design Week to review preliminary design concepts refined the ideas from Design Week,incorporating City hosted a series of public open houses and Commission and Common Council and offer their ideas.Design Week included a series the public's input.Additional illustrations and invited the public and stakeholders to share their will consider the Downtown Plan as an of open houses and presentations open to the drawings helped to further explain the visions and thoughts about the final vision. amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. public.The week began with an overview Overview ideas. This Plan now serves as the City's official of the week's activities,review of input received during the February/March visioning workshops Feedback from the open houses led to more policy for the area. and through the online survey,opportunity to detailed discussions,clarifications and additional comment on key themes that will help form the content to strengthen and align the plan with downtown plan.An open House followed to allow broader stakeholder and regional objectives. for comment on preliminary designs and offer direction.The week concluded with a presentation of the work completed during the week as well as a look at next steps moving forward.Over 25o people participated in Design Week. DOvvNTOUiN`_•VVTH BEND 2o-0S PLAN I SOUTH l9P.Nti iNoiANs I MAtiCi-i n.cb Overview 18 Vision Workshops 151 Workshop Participants On February zltl and March 5'^,the City of South Bend offered a visioning workshop with formal presentations and an open 1,250+ house.Workshop exercises presented a series of questions Ideas Generated to help guide constructive dialogue among residents about downtown's future.Following are some of the major themes that emerged as result of that presented sessions. i � li3 . . ! �, IL '•",.. . . libist_____ 1 Characteristics of Your Describe Downtown's Unique Vibe What Would Make Downtown Successful Amenities Needed in Downtown Favorite Cities or Towns Activated river Sports Town Train Station Downtown Open Spaces and Parks Lively commercial and retail areas Artists and Entrepreneurs More Residents(•10,000)Downtown Connectivity Connectivity for pedestrians and bicyclists Green City Farmers Market Downtown Business Green open spaces and plazas Friendly-Welcoming City Formal Green Gathering Space Livability Art and cultural elements Non-Traditional Innovator Connected and Activated Alleyways Green Principles Quality architecture and historic buildings Foodie City Things for Children and Youth Downtown(Activities Activated Riverfront and Places) Entertainment A lot of people River City Night Life/More Third'Places Built Environment Crossroads of Collisions for Entrepreneurs 'Something WONDERFUL Around Every Corner" More Public Art! Big Enough.Small Enough Rust Belt Innovators Trees.Green Spaces.Green Infrastructure University City New(Affordable)Housing Renovate Existing Historic Buildings and Get Small Businesses in Them Use River as an Asset Restaurants.Parks,and Walkable Trails Overview 19 Development Principles i I1ese key priorities emerged from the community input and Ati ©�� feedback. After compiling all the feedback provided by community Activate the Expand Housing Anchor Downtown members during the Visioning Workshop and the online Riverfront Options with Jobs& People survey.nine common themes emerged,which were formed into development principles.These Principles guided the work of the Master Plan,acting as the criteria that interventions must meet to advance the future of Downtown. 10( ,,,lly !IFC011 t2 M. - — 13 Create a Safe & Inclusive Create Vibrant Building Comfortable & Place for Everyone Public Places Accessible Connections ' eli lOr Ilk VISf Grow& Support Embrace Sustainable Support& Leverage Local Businesses Practices Arts&Culture Design Week Held in the first week of June.Design Week provided another `" opportunity for the community to weigh in on the direction � - _ -• _ of the Vision plan.The three top priorities that emerged from ._ .trams_•_,-`: • - _ : -_• • - the workshop were to Activate the Riverfront,Expand Housing , ' - Options and Create a Vibrant Public Places for Everyone. -- —, .'. _,Y", - Highlights from the community comments are below: y - I / ` '`,- Y. 0 At the end of design i '< Y ,li a, • � week there was _ - .•• : overwhelmin •g •�d 'Mr 9` �!!.� ! ; support for any of t. t: — 4. ,,E_ "-` •— ,,, ..� the ideas presented •Ty - If .: 4 - r • _ T.F. t - as indicated by the s II' ••' �. green dots `J 76 73 131 Jkt �i. -.M, participants Participants participants 4, . �Wi `�",,.` • Recap Presentation Midweek Pinup Final Presentation ®ACTIVATE THE RIVERFRONT EXPAND HOUSING OPTIONS e CREATE VIBRANT PUBLIC PLACES • Provide opportunities for riverfront dining • Ensure affordability for all residents • Build more,better green spaces around downtown in a connected network • Design a gathering space at the riverfront Incorporate green,private spaces for housing Improve the • Build a public outdoor venue/gathering space for • p pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure Build urban housing with ground-floor retail and socializing,events,flexible use along the river-wider,connected,more amenities amenity spaces • Pedestrianize streets • Keep the riverfront feeling natural and green Consider active-adult neighborhoods,with single- Improve the lighting and feeling of safety floor living for aging populations Incorporate public art,murals,lighting,beautiful • landscaping,into public places Refurbish vacant buildings for housing I • Build in more shade Preserve greenery&build in more shade • Connect closer to the water Preserve historic character where possible • Bring residences closer to the riverfront Don't block the views of the river Provide public space for use during the winter • Include a dog park • Don't block views of the river i, DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND 2045 PLAN I SOUTH BF^ii, I,::^.',h: ,.,e.c-,+.•.. February & March 2025 Open Houses The City held presentations and open houses in February and March 2025 to give the public a final chance to contribute to THE HEART OF PUBLIC REALM the development of the Vision plan.Feedback from these DOWNTOWN ENHANCEMENTS meetings then informed the four themes of the plan:Public Realm Improvements.The Heart of Downtown.Neighborhood Town Square • Maintain and repair existing streets when possible, Nodes.and Innovation&Institutional Catalysts.Community rather than rebuilding streets • Create a public Town Square input was essential in shaping the Downtown South Bend 2045 • Improve the East Race area • plan,influencing every stage from the initial meeting to the Incorporate new destinations and museums that final round of engagement. could focus on South Bend history,such as the • Provide cold-weather building connections,such as South Bend Blue Sox and the Pokagon Band of skyways and tunnels Potawatomi • Improve wayfinding for cyclists and motorcyclists NEIGHBORHOOD • Offer free experiences in public spaces ii • Use materials with distinct colors and designs for NODES Michigan Street spaces that are intended for pedestrians General Housing Comments • Develop continuous stretches of retail • Design buildings with large windows to connect `- Develop affordable housing and mixed use across from Hunt Plaza/Morris Theater the outdoors to activities on the ground floor and possibly explore reflective glass near the river a the former Hall of Fame • Provide dedicated spaces and electrical hookups for • Enhance street lighting and incorporate vibrant Provide more low-income housing food trucks along former Michigan Street alignment. colors to brighten Downtown at night c z Do not upzone residential neighborhoods • Connect Morris Theater and Jon Hunt Memorial Plaza to Colfax Avenue Provide a range of new housing options (affordable housing,high-density housing.etc.) Riverfront Park Downtown/River West Neighborhoods • Eliminate the dam MISCELLANEOUS COMMENTS • Redevelop the Karl King tower • Increase the focus on the riverfront • • Integrate the housing along the riverfront into • Connect to other riverfront parks.including Leeper . Make Downtown feet safe and comfortable for all Downtown Park.Seitz Park,and Howard Park • Support people experiencing homelessness Century Center • Encourage changes to landlord teasing periods • Renovate the building,but don't alter it • Use environmentally-friendly materials and practices INNOVATION & • Don't relocate the South Bend Museum of Art • Connect with all colleges and universities INSTITUTIONAL CATALYSTS • Relocate the South Bend Museum of Art to another • Engage the Westside community • Extend the South Shore into downtown South Bend existing or purpose built building • Ensure parking is convenient for residents, • Attract more arts uses to the Renaissance District employees and visitors • ".,,•,,, ',. .., • — ''' '.. ''''' 'a' FYL,4eNr:- -,,.' : A-- .. 1.),,* ' /s -• • 7.4.—..i: '•',' ' : A . „...1.4, . 17,31,4,_ 4. ...,-,:. \ , 1 41 .• •ikl...,dad:.,:o.::'.‘ I ... I t .84 6 . .,,,,,...;•-, - . .. . ' Li. 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' , -.,_ imak, 'TIP (1111) •1MM (in >111 wima IrCS E IICIC Physical Form & Patterns i he physical torn-) of south Bend � fr'.i �v s.'qii • t:- _ .. has changed dramatically in its ---- ---�_ r. -,„...` i % - .. 160-year history. \_, -- \ �t. :- .r*,; I.9- -1Y ,. r s 'i ' , ...ja 'i.4 { _" 1s • !:"; 1_a I' .. .i.ti:.-1:.1 a 1' *1_'' b s d South Bend has undergone periods of dramatic growth. ' 1 t'I' S t t 1.1 .. n F S-. L periods of urban renewal,and more recently periods of infilL r pi, ;•;; r•, .�' I ' a •:r x ._- • lii,- "' 7 ## 4. i::t-.:.i!..i..r gl, ..a ..n - 1 i 7i .� �� -rti i��%� Period-specific planning ideologies through the decades pp F,g .,, . • ,r } • have left their mark on Downtown's urban form.Mid-century, i�i€E.4 c.;: !..• . 1 r,t-i T::':.,., .�� I f,y ,. • - monolithic and single use projects consolidates multiple 'ZIP i„G�'_ ; ''` � • t t • �1 .;••• '� • J - -4., chi . .� 111 . - �.r city blocks at a time,while street-facing buildings were 4714 rn C Apr rt ' ,.. .,t• ` — `I y•, demolished.Many of these vacant lots were converted �� -1 t G3 T :. • d...,,,•,,,, ,.•' wi ! �.i-'.i 1..F t• J f:"iI I.r• ♦ : E•,"i. .. . ...«••1-Y"tw. .w lV N! P...a w into surface parking or remain as vacant lots.These gaps -IN— .i11 1■to. • . ' .`4 ' i-.,„.,' ,...,..; . .•it �R ? i Pa g g P i. u-n i.3: r a were identified by residents as a hindrance to walkability in ;• ; . 1-1�. 1 1 - o ! ..li . �llMEr.l:r. .',i uw L' iri,..1 it L-•;a11.-Am �I Downtown.but also as opportunities for future infill and growth. - r�C -' - 1.1; . ! '� .i .�.:. ..t»!ram i►:. :r.r-�. -.. '}a�:AA ii:1:.':o-_ WEI IN °r 1.____„.___.I1. iM P n' r t a - a tici c i ; `" .}.: a.1 = - Nu-s s. i 4.1 f f i 71F3,t ;. �` r� 1 • - .( 1? •• N. . �-A :l.i..iv-i 1 r l la . tt i. ` •��..y.,AiL -.I Kt; L 4' _ •�:' s -i iin� b. 'E19:-. 'Liu, f - 1.4 -• ip'�'�MB• �+ r e d Oil :4 j i:i•...... 7 il,*a' a l4 r a 1.. 1 ' VEIL Mil ,. • rt!!Tsh''v `" r • . st .ill 13 114$11.1 1917 Building Footprints 2023 Building Footprints Early in the zoth century,Downtown South Bend had a Urban Renewal in the 1g6os and 1g7os eroded the building legible and clear street and block network.The center was pattern Downtown.Buildings were demolished,large clear,with continuous mixed-use and retail frontage along interventions such as the First Source Center and Century Michigan Street.Buildings ranged in scale from residential Center were built,and streets were removed.rerouted,and neighborhoods at the periphery.to the heart of Downtown with converted to one-ways. more commercial building types. Analysis 24 S.'... ram-Mt 5 =,. z II A ti ■ : 19 a ..;_ .., . .. .__ 11-. . .. . ; , . ..• r.L.- s . s .. t . ,ir s,„ Nbilk, n..lc.:1.II lit - , _ r lr E ■■ r t -. I yam: Existing Residential Uses Existing Parking Existing Open Space and Trails Downtown today has a limited number of housing units. A large portion of the land area in Downtown is occupied by Recent City investments have greatly enhanced the quality of which results in fewer people activating streets.shops.and surface parking lots and garages.These parking resources parks and the connectivity to and through Downtown from the restaurants around the clock and throughout the week represent a surplus of parking,which can be allocated as neighborhoods.Dedicated pedestrians and bicycle paths make Existing housing tends to be multi-family,but there are incentive for future housing and commercial development. walking and biking comfortable and welcoming and reduce pockets of single-family houses that exist within the Downtown Surface parking lots offer opportunities for infill development. the need for vehicle parking.Howard Park and Seitz Park are boundary.The River Bend Historic District,founded in iggz. world-class urban parks that have activated the east side of exemplifies architecture from just after World War I.Attracting the river.However,gaps still exist in the open space and trail more housing and more diverse options is an essential step in network along the river,adjacent to Downtown. bolstering the economic vitality of downtown. Analysis 25 .'. r r',.LNL::::.•✓L t•N ii,51 ii fit ND 541-.5,1,55A t 55_ _. Retail Concentration t'� The existing retail in I _ 1—1 South Bend is dispersed, I { and there is only a single, I ,�.,: �. ,% half-block two-sided of l . tr 1 retail in allot Downtown. H + k 't Two-sided retail streets I I are positive feedback . - 1? ` loops creating active I ---b-.i ' r retail districts Downtown J 1 Durham,NC.is a good I I rl I example of a city with I many two-sided retail r—J • iI i i conditions I trt. • . . , . , ,i, II rilliron. yr .,N. r/ % / a P I 1 t I $� N , tP wd4 1 I I_. i ` a z I .-. I / ✓, 1 1 L_7 a 1 a W C 5 minuCe walk I m III : ___ % / �� r i. ' � �% / S.6. VI / 1 `` / I i I •••S. 60 I 60 I 1 t. J Retail locations,in red,show the tack of two-sided retail within South Bend's Downtown in the Retail locations,in Downtown Durham,North Carolina show clusters of two-sided retail in the Downtown boundary of South Bend Downtown boundary of Durham.North Carolina Market & Economic Analysis i here is strong demand for growth on multiple fronts in .a•r ANL,) . , .: Downtown South Bend. ',. E ' ,yjy : r n,,y Downtown South Bend stands at a critical turning point,with '�'A •1 _� strong demand for mixed-use environments that cater to • , ;, •,. l f diverse audiences.However,the existing built environment !• I — faces challenges in fully meeting this demand in its current •I110 ,,_ , i - _- 7--``w'_,, c 4T� form.As a result.the City of South Bend has a rare opportunity "` ,' 4, J} 3 1 }._. '-, to activate interest in the downtown market and shape its - ` o•• • •;g , , I', ' 'I'`"`'.:,,. ---s-° �_ . f.� • future growth. , y e i �`i NL. .1- 44. _ f 3 The area already benefits from key differentiators that drive � ,i ,,, ' � jl r ,F;,� visitation and activity.Downtown South Bend serves as a j �^ •.l • V. \ hub for entertainment,arts,and culture.with venues like ".. Four Winds Field and Morris Performing Arts Center drawing '.404 -y c : -.4.0111"- steady foot traffic that supports retail spending.Additionally, R1 qe t-- the presence of parks and public spaces enhances the appeal -•. Oat 1f of the area.Downtown South Bend is also home to major _ c= „;,, employers,including Beacon Health,that contribute to a stable - - • -t � ji ` r' r employment base.The challenge now is integrating these � � � � Fou � � ,- -Winds Field drives visitation to downtown assets into a cohesive,compelling experience that attracts 'Jo • residents,employees,and visitors from across the region and '_• " . k beyond. •_ • °, The Challenge Several obstacles hinder this goal.Downtown South Bend ' r' - »► . lacks sufficient housing variety to sustain activity throughout , 'i� R W ,q M. -r Integrating South Bend's assets into a the day.Retail spaces are misaligned with demand in terms - cohesive, compelling experience that of size and affordability,resulting in vacant storefronts even ,, r in prime locations.Moreover,entertainment,arts,and culture �;•+. attracts residents, employees, and visitors anchors attract visitors,but there is no seamless connection from across the region and beyond between experiences:for instance,families attending baseball Baseline demand shows support for rental and for- g y sale housing,institutional office,limited-service hotel. games have limited nearby options to extend their outings. neighborhood-serving retail.including a grocery store Analysis 27 Market & Economic Analysis Progress is already underway.with Downtown South Bend DEMAND FOR NEW PRODUCT BY 2045 poised to see an uptick in new housing development in the coming years.As part of a market analysis looking at the Baseline Scenario Upside Scenario future growth trajectory of Downtown South Bend,RCLCO thus determined a favorable outlook of"baseline"demand, Rental Apartments :,4s0 units 2 960 un ts, defined as the demand the area is likely to see if it continues For-Sale Townhomes 400 units - 470 unit, on its current trajectory.In this outlook,Downtown South "Missing Middle'Stacked Flats 40 unit: 160 una,. Bend is likely to see support for new real estate in a variety of segments,including rental housing,institutional office High-End Condominiums 7o unlr go Units space,limited-service hotel,and neighborhood-serving retail, Grocery 45,000 SF 48.000 SF including a grocery store. Restaurant 22.000 SF OMMEMINI. W However,with strategic improvements and targeted Entertainment&Fitness 8.00o SF ,8 000 SF N investments,the City of South Bend has the potential to unlock 0 Services g.000 SF - ia000 SF a even greater opportunities.In the same market analysis, Hard&Soft Goods t 000 SF 7 o0o Sf RCLCO also developed a forecast of"upside"demand, which reflects the additional gains that could be realized in Limited-Service Hotel aoo ice 670 KEyS Downtown South Bend through thoughtful planning,enhanced Full-Service Hotel 400 ice s 670 Ke 5 Pe Gpnnectivity.and curated development efforts.In this scenario, Corporate Office i• .000 SF 503 o0o SF there is likely to be even greater support for new development, Institutional/Medical Office 1e5.000 SF 503 00o SF especially for commercial uses that would benefit from greater - - -- visitation and foot traffic across the urban core. The analysis highlights the potential benefits that can be Baseline Scenario Market Opportunity realized through improvements to the downtown built Opportunities Downtown South Bend is likely to see if it continues on its current trajectorySTRONG environment.Through these improvements,Downtown South Bend can bridge the gap between its current assets and future MODERATE STRONG Upside Scenario MODERATE potential,ensuring the area becomes a vibrant.cohesive Opportunities Downtown South Bend is likely to see through destination for residents,businesses,and visitors alike. MODERATE/WEAK improved planning,increased connectivity,and strategic public investment MESIIIP 'Pa l.ivN ,,i,f,t NI)--,.15.-L E ,Oui,ElE NIA Itai; l: 1 r..r Analysis 28 Parking Analysis . Downtown South Bend has an - untapped resource in its available R,p, - parking. -P*, �• / c1 a- • At the peak at io a.m.,downtown parking is only 46% T occupied on average. ,x t A T'it r "- l N r • Downtown has an asset of unused parking that can help 1. drive development. ir.5 . 4. . 4 ti v • Current city parking resources are well located to support !tn.!.,�-' s 'i •'f►` ?► -,It'' r future developments and activity downtown. • r•— @ y — • Existing structured parking is clearly marked from the Ra 'f • - exterior.but improvements need to be made on the interior !�;��'' ',;:j • for ease of parking. a 1,�y< r ..litM • Small adjustments to parking systems downtown can help ' � t) two , L �"' r. l , F to utilize the existing resources more efficiently. • �: s _.: is 1rr PARKING OVERVIEW Overall,15,o48 spaces.including public,private,and on-street spaces,were inventoried in Downtown South Bend.Weekday - parking occupancy was observed with an overall peak Al peak demand at to a.m.on a weekday much of the parking City owned parking decks are located at the blue stars which are Downtown is available(shown in green). in good proximity to activity and services downtown.Green rings occupancy of 44 percent at io:oo a.m.,gradually dropping illustrate ideal walking distances for services and visitors,yellow throughout the day into the early evening observation period. rings illustrate good walking distances and are more acceptable for employees. The City is the primary provider of public parking,with 14%of FUTURE CONDITIONS the parking supply classified on-street,ig%public off-street, and 67%as private parking or parking reserved for a particular Several future developments were considered for their impact business and not public parking. on the parking system.The potential plans add structured parking,eliminate existing surface parking.and take advantage Overall,parking provided by the City is user-friendly and readily of underutilized parking.As planned,downtown parking will available with many free or low-cost offerings. remain adequate as these developments come to fruition. Analysis 29 0 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK O Z Q analysts 30 Pf -. •. r •, v o..•::1-"-1P4k. 7.14:-....J. {4M---244,r•...7;17 I-) -....- • \if4„:;11" -.L'. \ ' ' i g S a 1 D I ItRil .--_- ,,z a ------" ' , 9 .0 .-.-- ..„,„,„.,.,„,,,,,,f.,,,.. . .. •„\,__ _____,, _ .._ ,,b• . ....._ ._,.._ ...ii„.,h, 14... liglillf,7 f. °fa II 4/.." - I A. - Z *. 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SS r '''..''1'' 1 1 ift e t '' 1. ''''" ..,6i 4 -,-, '\''' ' ' 'I: ''," ,•4111 a'nkala -,N At*. 4,* ',. '„,'- 1 - '" r '^, . - --'' " „ - The Vision for Downtown Let's make Downtown South Bend 1, Reinvigorate the heart of Downtown 2.Attract jobs&people to Downtown a delightfully "wanderabl )b 1 lir Ir e" place . 1 . . •.' iiii ' _ ,,,,.,ii,}...../.- - somewhere visitors can spend a - .117717. ..'"- i 1 - .44- = iiiiill ' A... 1-'... r IA( .. • ti .,, II- •= - •., 4, , .- --- lawror--7 day walking, eating, shopping, and r.t ./7.- Aimike%.-•,---A111r - ' .-- .,_.,ie . • .4011, alit.t. 4- --..WA441 /41e 't. '111 k --.7): .4,=.l' ArtA enjoying cultural experiences. N.:- dr* f PVT."' \ \s\'''--.-- 7\ -1-- - ' $ -''' ' .' '. 4.1:- ". 111', 0• *0 ,s ____ _- _ ''' .b ; I! .* 74 „.., i .;•:0-1,...,...,,-;- _1...,1,„.,,I,,-,, ,••,1....,2,....: -*....., „... ., 11,1!., TJ 1, . 4,*.iiii...: . — '' IT]-'-'''l'Al fl The vision for the next ao years recognizes that people value ,; Ai•••:cr--* .--• ial..... -ii•-,••••••• , -",,,y,'A 4 ,\ r.,4,' .,.... . 7' rift11111 rii. itilL'- 1.4....;C:A•49 El _ ...;- experiences—they are voting with their feet and dollars. 111' 4 27:-. gi 0,-4'i A' 4-"),,,.A 7' 0.•LI-,04 • . 4 'r if'f,.....e,._, .., . J__,..60 tamii,„ i - -, _ ..: ..- . Downtown South Bend is the largest urban environment r ,7 m"ir r.. . Pi.r,.,, / __,,,,e__.I.,,, i ..-,.. 4,... ,., . . I.... ' -- . . ..._ 13ft il,,ier , eV I I I I•* ' ''... \- o between Fort Wayne,Kalamazoo,and the metropolitan r .. ii,„ :, ..,- ......_---- !:-11.-, ,..... , • .-,..-p•-• •Air -_ Chicago area.With strategic investments,it could reemerge ,- _- ,. a.. 0-. (.- <411.2 w/np," :47-4 • ..a 0.....1 4 6 •.'.'r.,,.'..'.:..''','''-'. 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'..-2-'4'J — . z this long-term vision for Downtown will require catalytic _ , _ --. , investments and cross-sector cooperation.The vision will tz . 4 be executed by focusing on four priorities:reinvigorating the 't 3 Add housing diversity and i _ core,attracting jobs and people,adding housing diversity,and nfill neighborhoods 4.Create a world-class connected riverfront St creating a world-class riverfront open space system. within and around Downtown open space system -7 -*--tkaat.r•ii, JE---......... mitiiiii Ity...___ 1 zn,..„..,,.. _ ., .1- .-- - SHTA RJOBSOERP&H _ I 4-.__, 11,,4,.,i.,-,,.,,1.,,,-.1.':ft.,_'‘J41.4-: :,,_-.4P;.,4i.ii..-,i..7.ir.i,i.,4.i-;,,,".-,•....l-.,'.,,.,i- ,f-.. _..-.-.-•:r.,.,n,,.,,...A:4.F,Q.i.-ie:;t,' --„;4, '. • :._ I i..,-,-. 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'''''"w•—•• ' AfP•.-4'' 4-z • " A.- , The Vision for Downtown ' f _ _........ a ./.: y The Big Picture `, -^_. c-. 1. _-� The Do+wntpvvn South Bend of 204�will '- p•,:: ¢ K '..Y.';''.:;. +F 's e r''� ' i ;'r function es the true center of the region,with w a 41 tea i r' . .... _,,.N�qi new work!class destinations,neighborhoods, 9A�i- ,M/ l.. F f c : ,�, ' S Or � ^ '- -- -4' :•;;;`{���--�s= JQbS,and unique cultural experiences. •ir • •• • ''sif ,ri: Ij��1G'. '�' • ,ram o`-., 'lair '{�_ • , 7r • Sty 4' • r �1al . {A;'" , '.I B $ p• :. t '�/ '. .y�r r1�, . �. •I• .r ;, f ♦ 'd .' � ��- r r 09 i _ • "^a i+ �IL�rys ri► tt,�,s.;, � .�• t -' "C..I �. _ -s � af�£ 4?�'�� 1s. � • � '` v -te�[r + T r,/- ,� a rfi �. : ',..14 r� .t p J - ,^ '���L 11 +irtu- • ~uFof e, •, -_-g p Zc�+•{ �.:"5j • �`r ^,� r'I�'" € ,,�r-�� R r. ' .4 'q B n,, •' ' s 4 ; oi+ ^'' y ,:03a ''4 'y. .. T isi 3 e 7 •ice ` } ti•1 AL Mr ' Y j ,�•r,A � �r E� �m <i� ` i r •r,�$`. l,r 1 �n '+#i$ ,.'* i �' '' 4 y�i r ' �Yis y.. , M. ,R fir' pt? 3 'v r s y • M 010, ..rjy.y(i. -•,vr�.�, �,,{a'i g 1,:. d '7 r.C� -;,;. `� - ' i� .6+_ ' t ,, 9 = g6'; wan 4- ` :. t�S �`,• 11001# �: •i'0/r fi' 4.1 r{e`-1 ',-4, / ' • t�h /. '� �tr iyjit��}4 �'rl� _ f� <,- �1 iy -.. .. �-_ s: ' ~ F ••� I. _ r A� ",'w'Y wt fit * - ,. v. `- - 71...t, AA _ et. ..c-mom. s • q� R +�.„, mac ! ° �, 5; i, N r• 9 � .�+M, — yr 1 } B `ice s: 413 'G Vision Projects ` 41:.i , ` VA.� .0 ' t' The four priorities for Downtown 0 '$0-7, c2 1, i will be accomplished through a e Navarre 1 y series of projects that will attract `"`°,,tta D2 more people to live, work, dine ""s` - � and shop in Downtown. r " fl Id,-an5t °" a in Each project strategically builds on existing assets,past 2 successes,and engagespublic and private partnerspoised LaSalle Ave LuS,ilte Ave. to implement.For example,the creation of a signature urban waterfront continues the City's legacy of world-class riverfront " Cl parks.which has already begun with Howard Park and Seitz Park. Colfax Ave �° °� co,,,f Ave ,. The projects are identified on the map to the right and described in more detail on subsequent pages. e* Washington St The Heart of Downtown Innovation&Institutional ® RetaiL Core at Michigan Street Catalysts ESI m o ,� w Q Jefferson Blvd ® Tech&Talent Innovation District g ®Jon Hunt Memorial Plaza - Ntil m 1 ® The Town Square ® Beacon Health District Wayne St Howard ® Sports&Entertainment District CD Howard® The Century Center&Jefferson Blvd Realignment ® Renaissance District �, = Western Ave * A Big Idea for the Future— Public Realm Enhancements - - - - -- Signature Riverfront Park ® Gateways to Downtown ;' a• _ gnow 41.110 r Ne, ® Riverfront&Open Spaces nn st ® Downtown North C3 �� CD ® Streetscapes for People 'c Neighborhoods °e,� ® Downtown Central ® Transit F... Di D4 eL i AI. _; v� Bronson St in au. ® Riverfront West ;;,;.., . —h. �. ® Western Avenue Z' u p C4 p pd»4 _ LL Transformation t •! 4-- i 1- -. - - 4s. ' ii Sample St 4.6 Irtsa) = c so 11-1- G The Heart of Downtown Great Downtowns have Jon Hunt Plaza places that feel a iii .. public living room-where e„. liell 41100 ' residents and visitors can work,live,play,relax, entertain,and more. The historic main street of South Bend, Michigan Street, and the _- adjacent blocks, form the retail and s'0.`\ cultural heart of Downtown. The Town Qh�`P\Squ \ Anchored by the Morris Performing Arts Center in the north and I Signature \ r' T the St.Joe County Public Library to the south,Michigan Street I \ a h is home to restaurants,hotels,entertainment.destinations,and — I •1 Riverfront Park \ • t iconic historic buildings like the State Theater.Gridiron Plaza in t I a . ` ' * j o Wdshingto t . t"-s,.tr" ., I front of the former College Football Hall of Fame acts as South a 'i I Bend's de facto town square,serving as the home for festivals 7 " a .I..,..,. I -- - and gatherings.The plans on the following pages illustrate visions im mgiq, <�I. I tlr o for the Downtown core that build on these beloved places to m - _ .. — activate the riverfront,enhance the public spaces,and grow local _ �� k' \ i ° ��. \ businesses. ` .t \ ON Projects in the _ -_ — d \ Heart of Downtown: I .r V •' -�•-4. • Retail Core along I' ' 1 Michigan Street I_ I - . �� Jqn Hunt Memorial Plaza — _ — —_ — _ — w • The Town Square ` ill r' • The Century Center& The Century ": Jefferson Blvd Realignment Retail Core at Center& �� �, Michigan Street '• A Big-Idea for the Future — g Jefferson Blvd i� i Signature Riverfront Park �'=— - — Reinvigorating the Heart of Downtown will require concentrating retail on Michigan Street and around the Square.restoring landmark buildings.and creating a connected open space experience around the St Joseph River The Heart of Downtown 36 y�r •,r :Ez. r oz '>~`'�"tT4`�- ... :. :.7 �.:_ 'rr�, -t ,>:s 1` [ _ ''Or:? �g��F .4. �r,x• _ .5' �.]k The Heart of Downtown • Retail Core along Michigan Street -- -1-15t j i.Sidewalk&Storefront , L. ' Since its earliest days,Michigan Street has been Downtown _ '' Improvements 'B ,4 ' South Bend's historic main retail street.anchored by retailersEmma IT" t. �Y , and storefronts,particularly between Lasalle Avenue andwit ' ;1 k- "i sL Western Avenue.Adding St.Joseph Street(now Dr.MLK Jr. Chocolatet Iuk, "" Boulevard)in the ig6os allowed traffic to bypass Michigan PEGas Cafe Air 11, i I'l Street.Urban Renewal also led to the demolition of key :+• ' � pieces of the urban fabric,leading to discontinuous retail Chicory frontage.Much of the historic building stock has already Bruno's Cafe When storefronts lack signage. landscaping,benches,or even the ability been demolished,and many of the remaining buildings need x -' — to see nside of a shop.pedestrians cou d _ __. _ - ,. easily pass by without noticing-that's wiry repair.Some of the newer buildings on Michigan Street have Jeff_ •n , Outdoor seating and landscaping shouldn't a important to create reasons for people storefronts with tinted windows,repetitive design,and a lack ---- -. .- compromise sidewalk accessibility to wander.linger and stop in of engaging signage and building elements.The streetscaping -' n along Michigan Street is inconsistent.In some areas,such as Studebaker' i s ii, the leo block,the streetscape has been upgraded with street __ Gaza _ ' �3.State Theater trees.pedestrian-scaled streetlights,and street furniture. , r i However,there are locations and times when the space for 1'' � j- . pedestrians is constrained.such as when restaurants locate r, I f, a �� r outdoor dining patios within the right-of-way. 2.City Center _ rY ,el `� ; 11II, i I i' Place 7 ,:,F_ � , :� Improving the overall experience of a walkable retail f.t4 -. YD _ -- ■ environment on Michigan Street is a critical step to making — Downtown South Bend a destination for dining,entertainment, l 1 and culture.Attracting pedestrians—and getting people out balmy Maid Food- _ _ I' of their cars to walk and wander around Downtown—will Hall&Fvenf .... !I— CJ's Pub I Both newer and historic buildings line Michigan Street,providing plenty of opportunity to help grow and support local businesses,create vibrant public , , insert both small tweaks and big ideas to create a vibrant.lively retail environment places,and create a safe,inclusive environment for all. Wa ne St St.Joseph County ' Pubic Library / ,. -'' ' Study Area Retail Core at Michigan Street The Heart of Downtown 37 -,.-0- :=r - sew[ _ 7.'"'. ' •i ' I. ,1�` QI ..n!. )��'.:,` Fd,•;s; ...T. �'�Y A.. r,_`� . r n f. a t, io . r �•r., -.:gyp l T 1. ,.._u . , Y: r tC . - ._ The Heart of Downtown • Retail Core aLong Michigan Street 1. SIDEWALK & STOREFRONT Ir '/ / "L1 J - �� IMPROVEMENTS ( / T r i Improvements to storefronts could include: I (� le,-(: 14 T ' ^: �'' Improved signage for businesses that is colorful,clear,and a'y `� 4 pit, ..0 ...... engaging for pedestrians(includi identitywall signs, r C canopy signs,awning signs.and projecting blade signs). •��i i' �� `, it• r r". , • Diversity in storefront design,awnings,and shade devices. Today "`"'~ jj r- Transparent windows with active uses on the interior.•`:` • 4 —i it 4J• • Outdoor dining,benches,and planters to activate the in, ;f 9 �. ,�I1 �r „i C space immediately outside of storefronts,r a n I��� �1 . t I /), ' 11:4 . A . , ,' ,4 , c am! Improvements to the pedestrian zone could include: o iI11/1 . itx� y— a fi t Q� • •�'f,� R�. +�" Moving street trees and plantings into curb bump-outs to z t k��, +�1© � _ �,.Lty ; /' f, prevent obstructions within the walking path. a ? . 0 . n� ,M Ilia m III 1 , l • r .. f _� I 7,/! r'�. Imo, �- i` Til / , e 1111 / li How To:Grow&Support '� i1 ff�_{� �.°�L 1jra , ,\' rt, �1/ ,►_------- `t, ~•,7 ' r --. Local Businesses :: " �L��1- �, • �� /: 1� ! l � IIeuN^^' ll�- "� I >�i�l1i +'.� ••Storefront activation grants 4 -. , .�. ��,� l YW{ ..1 3t_ a"� . !�_.. •Grants to Incentivize 4_ _ `1 • ,.'` l fly t jt AI .�"[ 0 �.ter/ i'•�! �•ybusinesses to work together_. J i \'/.- /{ 7; tt •Small three-season spaces - • v�i�- for local businesses and .44 j ' y UA 'E shops R1r ' fii 1 � ��ey' (/I •BreakEEEt° Id _irt j 1• •_ •'' Q • Power and infrastructure in 3 -y public spaces to support Potential Improvements may include eddaanal signage added diversity in storefront/awning design.open outdoor dining,transparent windows.and tree wells in curb bump-outs to clear events the walking areas on sidewalks ••,-- The Heart of Downtown • Retail Core along Michigan Street 2. CENTER CITY PLACE BUILDING & �. , FACADE IMPROVEMENTS The Center City Place Building was originally built in the - r"'' �� 18gos as the Grand Leader.The original facade was made of I '�-', limestone,with large windows.In the ig6os,the building was I - 1 E 0 renovated as a women's clothing store.The original facade was �r 111 ' . .17 • covered by a metal panel facade,obscuring the upper floor i . l ��� mkt17 ram" windows and creating a concrete canopy at the street.Indiana Today _ _. � Landmarks analyzed the structure and determined that it is -^ fit, } `}% irpossible to remove the exterior metal facade to reveal and �}. ,v�/•►" ' l� ,d r, restore the original facade.The Center City Place Building was v ,�.f-t , ;` E' " recently purchased with the intent to create more active uses r a,o.0 V 1� , I a. on this key block of Michigan Street.such as retail.restaurants, I r ' II and a boutique hotel. o�`it 1 .. 'rt iII , F�_ _--1"_. This restored Center City Place facade would: �- ��� _� I,�r,4 —f t �—y ., il'i • Expose multiple levels of windows and uses that front Wes* t r _ Michigan Street. t 09,. ,aDve U: i`„ I� in.AR I f f _ 5� 1 _ • Create active ground floor retail that engages pedestrians 1 �: If 1.j. '7n irr '(l f _ [lei. . ._ ! IL_ with larger storefronts and updated signage. " it IiiI�/ , `3.;rs t_ 11 ,,,.____. ,. - t- •. I 4 i 4,k4.-_,..:,i0r...ar _ .....,.......,' ;• .;'-_,.?._._ -- ;,,,,,_....1....-___.;-,-,.... -----1 7 Irk ire ,t ;', Ircliirl•;'' i''''.-P.Frfr,,,,,,,..,._.,,,4,fr.77,4,,,,•• .,...i.:' ,'i,r' - .. 41411W- - r - - -....7.-N 4 , , ..., 7, A e il 1, , ' ' i -' -..------- .7,-2-._--4--_:41- Lf-l: -..i.r. •\*FelL'e--* illiik w i-.gym., +.� I . Tomorrow -- Potential Improvements mayInclude a restoration of the original facade beneath the existing facade.improved signage.trans transparent ground ---- r,«-= P 5 9PrP ^ e' ttPI i. floor storefronts,an awning at the hotel entry.and additional signage 4 ( 'o --- ,1"• A \ _r The original building facade can be seen on the right side of this historic photo The Heart of Downtown 39 The Heart of Downtown • Retail Core along Michigan Street R Sea& diaiLe., ,genii ttt \�` `� ^� Today r ` - AI S ► 1t r - - r❑ +i, 7 4 00' r III N moo ?; �., f '� Est `'• f 1{T-=l,t,t,4�•.+,, it. 41 ' '1'4** --—l' 'I* , r. :.-- , . - 4 . 'A 110 0 N This postcard from the 196os shows a bright.illuminated State Theater amongst a lively 1 -�a,:� ) c j „� ".�tL Michigan Street-bringing back the energy of this historic destination could help activate "' l-•._: • i it 7 ! =�-, Q nearby restaurants and storefronts before or after performances and events _'� -���--�, �' ✓! ' . _ i 71 3. STATE THEATER �` ` ` �i �..', �f ' ' .�. _ The Blackstone Theater opened in South in ig2i as a venue for silent motion pictures and vaudeville shows.Designed by s -t, t t""I t •.-it. Henry L.Newhouse,the building has a Neoclassical exterior * -t „ »�� .1 f;; ( l..�ll ', AM al t C�1 �r_,, and a Beaux-Arts interior.Reopened in lgzg as the State =`'�� 'r a _` • ' f r it Theater,it has been home to a range of uses—burlesque , '~ i i � I A shows,graduations,telecasts,beauty pageants,second-run �" l _ , t . i f r t ',, movies,live music events,dance clubs,and a brief reuse as aIfp :a 1' t 1+ ! f i performing arts and cultural center. + �I�r �} �� ��e , rlt4 ,3 t . .... a Renovation costs and complexity present a challenge to r 6 ,�, } in, ., An ` " `° I reusing • the space.However,the State Theater is one of the most significant historic buildings Downtown.A public-private1 — s = s partnership will be needed with adequate incentives to gain — ' Tomorrow site control,stabilize,and eventually renovate the building. -�. Through the Downtown South Bend Master Plan process, Potential improvements may include a restoration of the facade,additional lighting and signage,added street furniture.and Improved sidewalk plantings citizens suggested potential future uses for the building:an art. music,and event venue,or reuse as a comedy or dance club. D]k'NTOebN ti„TN ht N .4, PI ,1 :..J1 H BEN,'I'.1 L,,N3 - MAP' -_L::(. The Heart of Downtown • Jon Hunt Plaza Lasalle Ave - A CULTURAL GATEWAY AS THE FRONT DOOR TO DOWNTOWN N An expansion [ V., • LL Selectively clear some of the plant Jon Hunt Memorial Plaza serves as a gateway into Downtown.It r of the Morris 4 j and tree growth along Dr.MLK Jr. is one of the few places Downtown that offers views of the river. •'- Performing ! i Blvd.to create views of the river The Morris Performing Arts Center anchors the northern end of .• N Arts Center II o,M • Michigan Street.and the plaza acts as a forecourt to the theater, _, A •, providing space for people to gather before and after cultural -=t x 4.'! ! • ✓'<�a • A - 1 . events.A new zo,000 square foot expansion of the Moms will Close Michigan St. ` r l improve the use and functionality of the space,adding event between Lasalle `. space,restrooms,circulation,and pre-function space. i l• . Ave.and Colfax Ave. �} , There are a number of challenges with the current design of - sum,�Trl ✓ • • •• F _•, - the plaza that prevent it from being a truly successful public r — space.With a few minor interventions,the park could better Colfax. -Ave 4 activate Downtown.Potential improvements include: •r Addition of restaurant pavilion - - Level the lawn area ilii i alongColfax Ave.to activate to make space more • Closing Michigan Street between Lasalle and Colfax o,,, usable,safer,and Avenues. the plaza on a regular basis E N f have views of the river • Raising the grade and adding a stair at the corner of Colfax Ave.and Dr.MLK Jr.Boulevard to create a grade- separated green that is safer for families,more usable. Tomorrow and has views of the river. . • Add a small restaurant pavilion to along Colfax Avenue to .ate „man „, TH- 1 "' activate the plaza on a regular basis. ` `= ` ' r • Selectively clear some of the plant and tree growth along .ng.r' l I li `¢"t' Dr.MLK Jr.Boulevard to create views of the river. •; n ::, ilk I nib i '1ii 0 i a . t �r„`v . a it • atrrt , i Ir •,.r • Create a clear visual access from the new Jon Hunt stair ,� — - -• rt +-Ysp• �' !g ! to the updated river access to the southeast corner of the ,. 1�" i", t N_ plaza. „k. -.t r -• Today _ ? � W,) The Heart of Downtown 41 The Heart of Downtown • The Town Square yam. -„'�, y •r- —�� ;-'° ' # I DID c R r n A GATHERING SPACE TOI+ °1�' • " '"' 6 a ANCHOR DOWNTOWN ,1•414Triiii "c I ; -- �/ i s o 4 j Great Downtowns often have a signature gathering space, vp t �� :47 „ W �" Y �`. o`�N regularly programmed with events that activate and attract " 4:I • , J• i0''� is -�`� v I,r b �s�,,. 1 ifs visitors and residents.Gridiron Plaza serves as the de facto , r 3 tti. 4" y'- , 1.I .g "��i�'; i II�\`� gathering space Downtown,but it is surrounded by inactive 1, i � ,; lK , •,, � •�r� o • . +: i1cYt s�uses,parking Lots,and vacant buildings.The existing space is /....,, t� cd- - ;_ r 04,• V ti further challenged by the underground level of the College •-_" •*4ti i•.jaw-' �'�" %" q 'dg,r, ' '' ,,,` t•"'-'`_' '.. Football Hall of Fame building,limited over supply.and `�11 a ' `'^'----A `4` v_�''ii o -"! �� '• - a g' P P • Y t a deterioration of the existing turf field. f'f _"'� ✓ .'��y _ `" N W The Gridiron is ideally located to act as South Bend's Town `� 4 - 7 ':,0 4, 4_=, : �r �•,, + ' Square,but it requires a major redesign to transform the space "y- • 1r I • �--"'fi ;` Veas _` $ � Q including the following elements: , 4,- _.., _ .. ,_, . �•' + ,;�; �, _ . _ ~ Tomorrow i. • Benches and places to sit and gather. - I ,4.Y o • A combination of flexible hardscape,landscaped.and MI' grass areas that support a variety of programming and i.ist Source Center Ground '�' _1 informal gathering. Level Improvements L. - k • Water feature—including water will draw families andOUIF , create an active area and tie into the proximity to the A _ , riverfront. �. _ -- • Art and sculpture—work with South Bend Museum of Art — - G t - t and other agencies to locate or commission local public I *Ii • ;jrf'; art for the space. - •' ,.•_ - -�" s • Shaded areas with plantings—create an oasis in • _ / T.` " AllY Downtown with trees and gardens. — — l 1� - *"' • • - 3.Addition of • Pop-up retail and three-season kiosks that offer small High-Density • 2. Improvements to m -AN the Former College business opportunities and create a unique destination Housing , ' that draws visitors to Downtown. f —� Football Halt of Fame t �' , i� Today I OP,N IU.rt;UVTH GE ND_n:;S Pt AN 1 ").:1H13;.N,iril,lAN tv1,4,,;c._c The Heart of Downtown 42 The Heart of Downtown • The Town Square There are already many programs and events that occur at ir. _ , I I -- .ti the Gridiron today.The proposed redesign would build on that �, .,. f momentum,improving the space to be a multi-use,multi- y season public space that would draw for locals and visitors -i 1 sr I, from the regiondir . fa �! _ /� 111 '� I ij - .ice-. -'4 • , ., . 4'P.-'--,_ ... ..,, --_---r---1 ..., ...._, IEI fi /1.' 14)— - j-13 --,,,I,T Examples of recently completed successful town squares ��,� . �t . . _ __ �-'^� �_'. i . 4,.. , 4, with a varietyof programmatic elements that create nodes for f f "' ', !' ! fir„,,-,.. '■ r. . f: 'Q,:x- o activity and gathering 0 _ _1�'' i + 1 . r ��'•rtam I ,z 1�,. r..:+_ i i ;�1¢`�- ���yam+. i ( ili . , t ,f;:-,,,,,,,,,,, -,..„ -,I- ,,,,,, , ir 1: ,1 6+l . ., �,, t �. . ,,,.-_t{t.Ta t.' } / [� It j _' .'rim _. •' ,,r , i_ 1(�1/�„! , _. ,� _ , iik���, ` dIN• ''7 '" ; i r. IS , .....-:".,'.c.°.c.;‘,7-3°,7.,:z-1.1:.- 74-0-;----- iv' ...'I lit ,,,, _--- ill. i _. ,, , .— ..._„. I- .,.. ck _ _:-.7.--;,• it ti...... ohowi . N ii. 44. _ •... • (Pi 1= - i ( . . •• r • -s:c - ,.. - -.,� `. ,„_.++ _ - ,�••tk ..w 4 a ":4 The Heart of Downtown The Heart of Downtown ' The Town Square 1. ADAPTIVELY REUSE OR REPLACE THE FORMER COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME The College Football Hall of Fame has sat vacant in Downtown South Bend for over to years.It currently looms over Gridiron Plaza without activating the space.The portion of the building underneath the Gridiron limits the future design and flexibility of the Town Square.There are two approaches to the existing building.It could be repurposed with active uses,or it could be demolished and replaced with a new building with active ground-floor uses.Below are three potential concepts for the College Football Hall of Fame Site. ��� a`r� .:I n uy.N--I', X., o.�••r t_���/-� ! --' lT-1q 11.;!,!, t o�•=�_"Ei m '! c .l 1• L J � : ' : t. t. towL, E om tf ., 0r• � i;.GU •• t l j .� -�/. ,;� f J-UN� , 3 y .- - 'i ,� 1J �i,.y►..•.i-� a • Y ` . ''-ids Vi 4k. trail �`l 7" ,cimats ft. i• .r Air.^.— $�i..x A,ri'k 4e th. V r x `#�r 1\\\\\\\\\\\\ tv, 4,4,, . 4. . °'i y gT f •i=\\\\��' 1! z siv ,.r1tiyi�- C } 49 P \\ 1��- ..� t s fi • e _ .}. .\\,\ � �\\� R P Z Option is Adaptive Reuse of the existing building Option 2:Replace the existing building with a Option 3:Replace the existing building with a mixed- • Locate an active,family-friendly retail use in the ground market hall use building floor of the Hall of Fame that engages with the Town • Demolish the current building and replace it with a multi- • Demolish the current building and replace it with a Square,such as a restaurant,brew pub,or interactive tenant market building that allows for better connectivity boutique hotel with a ground floor mix of uses.The museum with a cafe. between Michigan Street and Dr.MLK Jr.Blvd.This ground floor uses should offer multi-tenant food, • Add a two-story porch to the building to create a shaded building should encourage indoor-outdoor use and offer beverage,and entertainment. outdoor dining area on the square. opportunities for food,beverage,and family-friendly • Enhance the pedestrian connection along Washington • Replace dark tinted glazing at ground level with clear, entertainment. Street to encourage movement between the Town Square transparent glass. • Enhance the pedestrian connection along Washington and Riverfront. • Transform the brick egress stairs into transparent Street to encourage movement between the Town Square • Completely remove the above-ground portions of the pavilions.The structures could be enlarged to add and Riverfront. building and redesign the Town Square to be an activated program elements. • Completely remove the above-ground portions of the gathering space—South Bend's living room. • On the Dr.MLK Jr.Blvd.side of the building,improve building,and redesign the Town Square to be an activated building access,signage,paving,and landscaping. gathering space—South Bend's living room. •P,�V.F r-1 SOUr1i P.F C zJ�-Fi.r, ' '], i'*I i,T 'i• •per„ "tc The Heart of Downtown 44 The Heart of Downtown • The Town Square 2. 1ST SOURCE & WASHINGTON �r/� IL i �`' �'�` % STREET IMPROVEMENTS 'f��, �' i It is important for the buildings fronting the new Town Square Z4f i d -;t a- . `4 < 1/ • `, • } , to have active ground floor uses that engage the public realm. �� - '• A>'t . i, d � ((•�J,y' The 1st Source Center sits to the north of the Town Square, _—� • > s�' . i V .•• 'I with an uninviting split-level sidewalk and dark glazing. m rJ/N '1, ;/� -IT'i / /� f '� + I d '� i Currently,the uses in the ist Source Center must be accessed lI • ,n� • ligi�,� .,; '�� 1 N. i`�-__ through the interior atrium. r I ct\T 'n , ' ' .f * r"-Apr, --The ground floor space west of the entry on E Washington ,) w r• s1.o- T r - I , , , !' Street could be reconfigured to open directlyto the exterior 1 j ' r, • nix s'. . ,, 1,: i►i (� • of the building.If a restaurant or similar use was located in this 1 •(Ii'l • , ;j r' r: 41," f�`r ` y, space,outdoor dining could be located on the existing terrace, r v! i fr"/ 1 , r , d1 I P 9 9 �I , 4 ,1� �� /. a, {, •I �_- t' f 11V b ' I ��1�i1 'l • I ►:.e; '//''' /" �it ,'tee i!with additional steps and access to the street instead of the �- 4 (!� �. L !; „ �"_�f" f, .Y 1 Et """J S., 111 i t t retaining wall.In partnership with the South Bend Museum j --�_-� t 1 •' 'rr •�t " .1_f�t It !`� `!')N� ,I ' `'�:u''�`Cgi� . - of Art,the 1st Source Center incorporate an art theme,which _ f __� - l t!�t,�. �� ' nit �t��/ �'1 / �+�— would add to the unique character of the Town Square. -. '� `I — - - 'I �, ; .e " 1 10'J u! —! '- How To:Make •Public spaces should feet - •• Places Safe& welcoming to all ages,races. �- Tomorrow and abilities.Lighting design. air Comfortable g g - i amenities,and programming �, M ' ram_ �' ,ems z l for ALL should encourage diverse 9 •Well-activated.well used groups to use public spaces. # I11I�'�� i hi _ —_ / J I Downtowns feel safe. 'I r �� I / •Spaces should be accessible 0 _ • : �a� , to people of all abilities,lined by active uses,and well-lit. n,..f i •Include year-round activation i and �" and programming that is -- ]! ♦ Alt.t • family-friendly. le ( -' ..r 1�- if ; Q 4 �_ l_^__•Design and program for the �'"1�,,` y _ t • 1p youngest and oldest citizens. Y v, Today - - F1` The existing retaining wall is a barrier to an active ground floor use in the Century Center There existing building is in an opportune The upper Level sidewalk on the western location to have ground level uses that side of the block across from Gridiron relate to the new Gridiron Square Square is a dead wall without entrances The Heart of Downtown 45 The Heart of Downtown • The Town Square 3. BUILD HIGH-DENSITY HOUSING TO CREATE A MIX OF USES ED .> tfir, . ,� Increasing the number of Downtown residents will ensure �'1 Downtown feels occupied and active around the clock and How To:Create Vibrant "' ' Public GatheringPlaces %?1, ' 14 • `^ throughout the week.People living Downtown patronize restaurants,pharmacies.and grocery stores.They walk their • Program year-round events Ya-"i 3_ ' Vi pets and spend time in open spaces.The parking lot across that appeal to diverse audiences ryc • m Michigan Street from the Town Square should be developed •Create a series of outdoor with a high-density mixed-use building with ground floor rooms with different uses that community uses ar retail and residential above. draw people of different ages to Downtown • Utilize small seasonal retail to f '0�� activate the space ,f_ti t- , Z f _ 2 ti 00'--s��r • Locate active uses on ail sides �.4._ , �� - : *-..j;r q; + -. °.• bPa of the space with restaurant "V' 1'.' o R=d uses and outdoor dining that --�..�. II1 it I ?+�`"�' --: .`:r - b� spills into the public.realm 1 �� 11 T -- •14� 4tir tu D 1 Mae•s f1 _ i + er. p Ii_��ii'AII il II M Pe. r. -i- - I! +2♦w • « .# iiI _ 11f liigl it, 'ri to. t 1.. - pp g r • 1 ` l_ tl Iiiiiiitid11i R i tr 1 I d 10.1 r. o , -4 i--3 1 i_j i .P.♦ I 15, -alio • ��44 11 11 :r1 4i To a-r- s i-— I a �! 1 . A 1�� II , •.a`� lit , r IA . . III/0 B,f Ill q,n IA , 1 'ru nu ' ;` ii oils :WO. ,,� .v' 4. 4 II +ps°rro` 444 Sri �,1' €ei !!1! 6t11 lI - r — HAlit 1Q Vr4 r . Ttorr i S + . . ,. � A new mid-nse residential building,built on the parking lot across from the Gridiron.would bnng more residents to activate Downtown The Heart of Downtown • The Century Center & Jefferson Blvd. *i r:---'i.,:.., -rli iu ui I I 1 III. 1 - CENTURY CENTER INTERVENTION ,� P ire ',r j " "`� The Century Center has served as South Bend's convention —MI i and civic center anchor since the late ig70s.However,the ` I, ! Addition of space facility has aged and it struggles to compete with newer. Entry foyer gives the along realigned larger,less constrained regional convention centers.The City _ 'it building a face lift 4 Jefferson Blvd. commissioned a study to explore alternatives to improve the 10.I and additional usable gathering&gallery space Century Center and make it more regionally competitive.The ::.. h I -. - - •-mow ` I j study recommends an addition along Jefferson and Dr.MLK x-E '� 4, Jr.Blvd.with a new exhibition hall and prefunction space.The . }Wr- "-it{ u` t _m"_. t` T r 7 T y T addition would provide much needed space for events as well `"`� y �+� A redesign would allow • as a new,more transparent facade that would welcome visitors , for more compact, into the building from the street. I s- =Zj t 1 _ 4 screened loading {� r along Jefferson Blvd. l I � t..� m 1 �,/ , t f , . __. _ _ - .74111 New parking deck, 4.f A'� hotel&ballroom to the south of Jefferson ‘ZI i�r; j�vsElt R�IE. fi Blvd.supports H • .y s + - I 1 Century Center uses �I► r - • d — I r err /� A rendering of a potential addition to the Century Center located at the corner ci Dr tau r.n Blvd.and Jefferson Blvd The Heart of Downtown 47 The Heart of Downtown • The Century Center & Jefferson Blvd. Straightening Jefferson Boulevard Reconnecting Jefferson Street into Downtown would create Tomorrow new development blocks across from the improved Century ott. Center.This location would be ideal for complementary uses, such as a hotel,ballroom,conference space,restaurants,and retail.The existing surface parking would be replaced in a _- - %14=- parking deck and additional parking would be added to serve =it the new development.The Jefferson streetscape would be uua■■� =r tit iii:L�aii:;li chi '— designed to be pedestrian friendly,ensuring visitors can easily _ • move between the Century Center and the new development. — J• 1� �' fr Q� The newly realigned Jefferson Blvd.would tie together the east .� _ ��- i tittl 1-■' L t ,i; P" ''�' t o and west sides of the City,creating a more direct connection L +r .-. r k" :: d k yet" .. w 'ss ` v f t>d ly ? h from Howard Park and the east side's retail and housing to vtd= . *=•n `', d, h ' ' a Downtown's retail core. i 1 /'"yam i .7'i i . -• --�'p .1.' N'`• 0 _ !" ar 5 • . � tt A ir� y ii le. i i�Jyw�� -- ' -t : i It-.. 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The proposed Jefferson Blvd.realignment would reconnect the Downtown street grid to Potential the east side of the river making a shorter more direct connection between the two Realignment of tl Jefferson Blvd. Today r .�' , l Jefferson Blvd is a wide road with a large sweeping curve green median and adjacency to parking that feels very suburban today The Heart of Downtown • A Big Idea for the Future Colfax Ave ' 1 , it - - - — i tilt RE RIVERFRONT PARK IN �,./ DOWNTOWNAll .4 , IV South Bend's existence is a result of its relationship to the St. �' Joseph River.Early industries chose to locate on the East and 2.Signature Downtown West Races because they retied on the water to power their _ Riverfront Park . machinery.Polluted and industrial in nature,the river was not a •quality-of-life resource.As a result,Downtown today has very • . // little connection to the riverfront.When asked to rank the most 4 1 ' sf important needs for Downtown's future,residents prioritized �, % access and celebration of the riverfront. 1 I` h�F The Century Center.in particular,disconnects Michigan Street. _ ill - — _ 4 . the future Town Square.and the rest of Downtown from the .d � river.The building was designed to privatize views and access Washir+yto V 1 to the river—the Grand Hall has beautiful views of the river, ;,,. \ . • ,'R, .. but the building disrupts the riverfront trail and river views t � r a o � rr ��;, ' down Washington Street.In the future,making modifications to ✓ i b` +�• f -the byconneury cting Center le to theriveorm rfront. experience Downtown YE : + �� �y 'ii ectin gPeo P • IIIIIIUIIIII►.,s ;• ii Fy s'h :.ti n in -- .fir `cyj� ,'Ps. --' le.-... ENo !� -: ,, �• 1.Century Center Intervention E 1. ;. 1 C +144 4 ' 'roe 'e S. •.l e'current enturyCenter co ,u...•'•oti5'.. From Dr.MLI<Jr Blvd ft is difficult to see the raver _ . - ^ allow for visual connection to Downtown - gi. _ PAL.Heart cf.Downtown 49 DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND.045 PLAN I SOUTH BEND 1NDIANA i MARCH zi.16 1. CENTURY CENTER ,,, \ \\\''\\\.\7 , . , / i �R SIGNIFICANT INTERVENTION { i In the short-term,additions should be made to the Century r. mount! " +7 i., , . i' ,--- �.:: Center along Dr.MLK Jr Blvd.and Jefferson Blvd.to improve p .1la.l '1 il�. _ .... .. , a __. circulation and functionality,Lona term there is an opportunityrpm • �: '� A ' �,` to make larger interventions to the Century Center to _,„„, _:._„ _ ;'plllWd i� reconnect Downtown to the river and create a destination ���\ ,... riverfront park.The portion of the building that is the most �� \ ` X0,1problematic barrier is the northern wing of the building,which +�I��\ \�` f 11 • houses the Bendix Theater and the South Bend Museum of Art. d, `k. . Itiol ? ,^-I:' n, ,. The Bendix Theater has largely can replaced b tp Leighton 1 + �� I " • _ - I N © y f ) g �4 _ f��+111 I Auditorium at the St.Joe Count Public Libra s ex andedMain Library.The South Bend Museum of Art would maintain z — �a � I., tg �., its gallery and classroom spaces but would be relocated to �tir ��r : T 3 - ,xr� `'s'•' 3a more visible location Downtown.With this approach.the �• „1 .I t ! "'!� iCentury Center would function as a smaller,riverfront civic / "1_.! r, .r -t. ° '• center,supported by new conference facilities across Jefferson !!' �f� ° l" L �`irk z t_. Blvd.The facility could continue to host much of its existing 1 i t programming,and its new setting,directly connected to a I / _ �� Tomorrow destination riverfront park,may increase its desirability and - ability to attract events. • f Decision Making Process: This idea would require a significant amount of coordination 4 • between the City,the Art Museum and the Century Center to t --- achieve an outcome that addresses the needs of all parties. y ri NI High level steps that would need to be resolved before major • '' : '• - 'changes could take place include: °J Ld, , , :kt -, Confirming the future Century Center programming. -.t- itetin • o i Working with the South Bend Museum of Art to consider r `*` +i alternative downtown museum locations. - I• ' - Finalize appropriate level of intervention based on Today the view down Washington Street Is terminated by the blank wall of the Century The northern portion of the building has the biggest impact Center Removing the Bendix Theater and relocating the South Bend Museum of Art would on disconnecting Downtown from the river available funding and resources. create an opportunity to physically and visually connect to the St.Joseph River • • CENTURY CENTER ALTERNATIVES FOR CONNECTING TO THE RIVER During the planning process,the team considered various options to improve the connection between Downtown and the riverfront.While each alternative affects the physical Layout of the , Cent_r _pe,•iff en l.-lof them are complex an._r.gl interventiorti that would si.nificantly change the relationship between Downtown and the waterfront. -. . • M1i`\� --- 0 'IC.r 44_ \.._ \ ; , .. •r ,; i I' l Ir.A.r.::• . __. ___ —,i 1' ',r1\, ., ,,q '. I 6,,* 'I°. 111* ,"f4-4s-- df - iikA. 4,1 , 6h P .: .. l s 1 `�l u - f 'c ; J 4 "Ci s t•g "A • N. his • • _ r . _ 1-i rt entury Center , T+_ ' ,century Center .? t • _ Century Center IS to remain '„' - h to remain .�,, ', M, -i ;` } _v ' 1 ' 1 , — " % , e to remain s . • OPTION is' ..= OPTION 2: OPTION 3: MINOR INTERVENTION MEDIUM INTERVENTION SIGNIFICANT INTERVENTION Remove the bridge connection to the First Source Center Remove the loading dock and a portion of the South Bend Relocate the South Bend Museum of Art and remove the and relocate the northernmost Century Center loading Museum of Art Bendix Theater 1 dock Create a stepped and ramped access down to the Create a stepped and ramped access down to the Create an art plaza with seating and a riverfront overlook Century Center island Century Center Island i Upgrade the pedestrian access to the riverfront and Bring restaurant and retail amenities to the east side of Dr. Bring restaurant and retail amenities to the east side of Dr. • create additional circulation around and to the island MLK Jr.Blvd.to create active uses along the riverfront MLK Jr.Blvd.to create active uses along the riverfront Bring a restaurant amenity to the east side of Dr.MLK Jr. Open up a visual connection from Downtown to the Open up a visual connection from Downtown to the Blvd.to create active uses along the riverfront riverfront riverfront The Heart of Downtowf,, OPTION 1: MINOR INTERVENTION Although this intervention has a minimal effect on the Century - - �� -- -- -r'-_- —r .-6.. Center,it would moderately enhance the connection between ""' „,, ., -,_'el.:. wy, �, .,9 ,y� ` • Downtown and the riverfront.The proposal includes an _, � 4, - t , .'„ o .6 • . at-grade park along MLK Blvd.,featuring active areas that s� „` '' -'•"--� ,-,.:._ `112 i'v -- '3l@ pit .. iwi 7 e" r� `°Y' overlook the riverfront Additionally,it improves pedestrian _•(��� tt _, u01 " n r• R ,.o access and circulation to the Island and riverfront. ns -. ° 1 .� w -�--' - 1 •E ��= , i,„ .. .„„l . , • _xf...,.' •.{ r P .- f r4f r>>- �tu�. .eS'; @._�_.e _ v 1 i'„ a __ f- --_ . �0 1 r 1 t ? �,r "��• c - >r r 4 r�'�'�.`IIrs�II'�'i`1i$ 'gyp'_ P, r- t.� rE IL n r W >irszi ar-a-v--rr7C 1u f AIL- , with - ." ° £e fl,o➢'. �� J" i w l X m n &m ' R QI al 1 f r ra rY ,L a aLJJt BC7C. :IOU \\� 1 outdoor dining , r . o•o a e a tU +� x,c Tr a ., a a w ; n iYUCtlm�_ r ..�- . Looking over the river c y�1 �e�• h.` r ` ..1� '� x� 2 " Y L a a w c a n s�� 2 a �q`���� t r�tl: i. «`. ►- c: L c F n o'., ar-->r7-rn y-m-� Removal of I 6 . `sue '' 'ram,- -.,t __ y`y4 ;c, a U , r bridge to First Improved ►.• At : ,- V � �� .-�..� nip or s Source Center ,1 • connectivity to w - '�.►-� ` .1111, r to open up the Island `" �_ r �"�� 4 1 - c views to the 11 z • sr �tC ` �r gi, ' c river .i a 't - .�' \ "...:I)r,!rttl.••• i 7.`� .`Fi/E7rr z um 11.1 .,t...,,c. iiiiti ... w>.t lcu / � ° T ,4 t D t m' t :A xe 44r..1 1415/1 '1.k-.5, t i •• , 1: { P11: F" fir 4. Improved �i,` h"� �1 1�^'f '- ---. =� "s l~f - I ,^ : 1 F front door _ yF� " y^ f. and access Century Center ,t':, ,i ',1--- t, q r : " �. to the art to remain - c .. museum "� h, t 3. ° ''� =* '� �Ip�' ,a ,.� lrF.� C Q y 'l , c. 4 1] •/y; � - „s' 0 , ,�, .�: �/ i , r �/'_( : Tomorrow . _ . • • . , . , ., ._ . . . ...... OPTION 2: • . ... MEDIUM INTERVENTION . -.• • . . ,, • . -- ' ' •4 Alit .'T7--In the second option,the Bendix Theater would be preserved ,.4* and the northern portion of Century Center would be l' 111:t- II ••' / demolished to connect Washington Street to the river In ;. 'IR ,1 -'-:„,j 1 this alternative the public plaza would need to mediate a / ---',: iiiiik 1 ...„,..10. . ,.., ; . ..2t.'. '• --4--; 1=--,g-ikikilti.- , significant amount of grade between the street level of IvILK : - ,... ....c . ., . . Blvd.and the terrace level at the river in a relatively small 11._ ..i.siik4, - ellit_at,.:. . ... area This would result in most of the new public space being iv- 4" '7-2144.,ii .. 4 . _ ' . '_. ' occupied by steps and accessible ramps. _ •: ...... r ' . ,., . P',.. -.. • ., , •0'...'.'4-1::,0-...1:•-.5-lie dere;Leaky Mail at. •theOmaha Plverfront%corps. sates stices'and play areas . ...74411t, ft: .,J.,, • , - children into the grade : .:t,•.: \ A \., .';,-''. r.„,, ._ ' ' Of •s,•,„,.. ._... . .. .., ..„. .,•. .,,, - ' i .'').. --.-. • • , .. •... ,.., .71. 1 '4116k. . I . ...„i ...„ .. . 1 . :,....„...i . . ,., , .4 ._ r ',.., Ator • k 0- •::-,-,- . - : .,-,1f, ,...- : • ..;,;. °ATI ''' :i 14' -''' ' ..,' ' - . . . .•• ., '11 ...g , . i., ...-..,A . S' ! •- ... 14-777.111, 4 Lower Sproul Plaza combine, • rr id ramps to connect two levels of . ••.,1;:`' 1 '' '''';‘,,l'- .,, .. ._ .' $001600141,4i ,...,....,„pr. i.t,. ., 4.ir...Nk 0, 0 : / . . ! ') . i). • 1'iix 'IN ' .,,.. ,,,,f,;',„-, , . • i rir fr.110 r;7.1 .„ . . s l .- . —1•1 W •:.4... q.ii ,,tp' .•'' 4 '*Al` icAit, 1 . / 24,17111°1'm...1r-:-.*mil t- -- -. ••7-1*. 441' vii as i ,, ...4 ::. t -, .. ., .. • i ... _ •: . ......T„„i„. . ...,,,,,,,„111 141 M111/ .i , ..,,,,..,iiirmir/MEd '' =111110- 711 Century Center °47Iii:j rdll"'"I' 1.. ' *3*- 1t, 415 0' to remain 4.1.1 - 0........ ...„ : RIMII .4.'"IN•;4141,414--i-ivhi;-'.1.------ - --- h......a_• ....i......... .. ..i. ' 4s:40'011111* . ..ts: t.• • tf., - :_rir,i,u.: , _ The Oar,.bet,e,n E Stetson Street and tire Anton a C,rir.a rn rsrl,r,re rtunes public art A stepped water park features terraces down to the Missouri River in Omaha Riverfront Park ' - and a water feature as it mediates grade . . _ •.. . -' • - .-- . - • .' - . .•• • . OPTION 3. SIGNATURE DOWNTOWN RIVERFRONT PARK Pursuing Option 3.a significant intervention.and removing �;_ R' ,�� ��� =_ the northern part of the Century Center would open an ,''p!� opportunity to create a signature Downtown riverfront park on t' + _` the west side of the river.The new space would complement • •- ' the City's catalytic investments in Howard Park and Seitz 4; Park and complete an interconnected trail network around i y ` .0-:it the river.Connecting Michigan Street to the river through a �- r igtO h.. .. y'" � : series of multi-level public spaces would activate the heart • r - 111011 -,' ' R of Downtown,bringing programmable space,public art.and • • � p I=rl _I: 1 Indoor and outdoor dining that would attract residents and ' ;`�� �+ V. a Ike i ! •♦ N visitors of all ages , ' • -,- �� lr., °+ , t-i ' R 6 ;r Lei f_ ' 7,... .T - - :,,,..„5--..i,„- - i.4, P..,„ _11,U-_-.1 WI,il _ e * .,..,.„.„..1,... :.. ,!..4..:.7.F_,_.:2-11 ,:_ . ,,P7-: il „v 1 r) \ '-',r-4""f,)h ..-4.1 . - rci[-,‘:) /*- .ij-j7-7.1---------r- ‘:1411.11." How To:Activate the i _ - ; Riverfront 1�: :. �� R ilrq __" w •nr -w.r •Add restaurants and active �i �� 141.111. t_L- .`t 4_l .-- -5t i ' OW" ( _�. l tg s �5 ,�. uses with outdoor dining with • w .,t rti - 1 fi • „ -— 1i r� J.,� • +�,•t- �` ` - views out over the water _ •Include creative seating Mew� ;ate ► 4 Tj opportunities adjacent to - ) tat r� f w — the water.For example,the �' al. L'— ` swings at the Wharf in DC or • ` • ;^ `fir ~ 3 0- - � I __ -- i + � ' - water in Spruce Street Harbor Park In Philadelphia. s• * I � . Alli 1 i I I I if •Have multiple routes and rt �� ( , access points to get to the _ s'' . . ; �1 •fir_ nverfront 41 �s .� ' •Include interactive water o ` -` M '-- features that help people feel i - r - _ = connected to the river "� r .— , Tomorrow DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND 2045 PLAN I SOUTH BEND,INDIANA I MARCH 20_, - _ = - - - --_ - .-..., -_ -- _ .. - The Heart of Downtown 5,4 Step is Remove the portion of the Century Center Step 2: Connect the courthouse building, Town that houses the Bendix Theater and South Bend Square, and the signature riverfront park with the Museum of Art. river. i) • ; ._ —_ : • I i Z I 1%!4*- -I ..- -:::-... ‘ '' 'f .1 ie4 /____ __,...„,„ „,...... , •. :,. •\ _ �� .414 . . . . • : i, Pedestrian connectivity is currently poor along the west side of the river.between E Colt. Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard.interrupted Largely by the Century Center • Step 3:Build higher-density mixed-use housing on Step 4: Design the signature riverfront park as an the vacant parking lot across from the Town Square. integral part of the larger open space network / ..hr w ringing the river. • _• - t i,, ILA.1.0 -' __. 7 ': :, it% • - 1 r sfti ir • izz, -- -.t -.!--- - . Mem br,,,,,\,,„1fai4, n y 74. .� , s ........,...... ..,..,,,,440,____.. ., i, _ , • r--'--\-.----7" —�..—.---- Today.the riverfront trail system is well The signature nverfront park would connected on the East Bank,but there is a connect the heart of Downtown to the river. .- gap Downtown at the Century Center completing the network of trails 4r_ ,v Signature Downtown Riverfront Park(Continued) ,�; �, � 1 � �� '"�- _ ��. „--� "„f<-,,;�- ' vvf Today,the Island Park at Century Center is occasionally , .`.'t. y _ � N i -- ,'3 2 w�..t' used for events and gatherings,but due to the challenging s >, " _„ tom,+ 0, o+rvi:� access and outdated utilities,it is not a successful amenity for ` �,a� {"' Ky'Syy ' � ii � ' *-r Downtown.In the future Island Park could become an integral ,�' •' ^ • S ^' -_,ate �'� �*+t' destination in the signature riverfront park,serving as an anchor �, e- ° . 1t ,. yT "�' ` P for riverfront activation.Catalytic improvements would include: �.,1 - et;" i ;• '� a- :- ° `� j.� sad _ � Acce�:;to Island Part.is challenging and uri nv 1.nc7!Odd) 1` - � Building a new,wide public bridge that directly aligns with �, Washington Street. t ° 1� �_ Improving the current bridge connection to Pier Park• d� i ' t n,-,. ,e r„ tp / Building a cantilevered boardwalk outside of the Century II i^i a • > }� Grand — _ Center Hall to connect the from the southeast mr'a ��ii W Activating the island with a small seasonal pop-up retail +'. �; • Ir „/r y - :�r -�✓_- ``y' o as rs �� f' - j P ; ,I � v Incorporatinglocal murals and art to activate the space ••. 4 . _ = Improving utility capabilities on Island Park to allow for Dili larger events _ y s z g #.r•.r -. .• d. % a ' _ =it • , Interconnected trails systems with activated spaces attract visitors to Downtowns Island Park would be the final destination at the bottom of the signature riverfront park 1 . 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Y I• f • �7 .)1 ,-' a 4 3 flit 9 m �'� i.; J r a 9 B 9 i JiiEr \±, A ; sz L. t79 i ili e u n t / q1 1 1 m -.,- = - -, ,,,, / ,, ,\\_____:_______ .., ‘I- -7- _ Cry ,—_ .ti ' 7LL7���.11111111111 '11, T p3 D � c b ' v p❑II�D fi C ',rh a J � — q g DP tl,„ .- ,', lik' .Ft-.I, a il 0 Sen 6 1 —f an4I❑ 1 ^, I 0 0 H e 3 a+ 3 U 06 N a+ L Q Arts & Culture Vision:Enhance Downtown as a hub for Arts&Culture 4' ail et Enhance public Over the next 20 years, downtown South Bend art integration with a focus on t' will serve as the region's civic and cultural heart placemaking ? u — where arts and culture anchor identity, foster --. connection, and drive vitality. Downtown boasts the " ' �`"- largest concentration of cultural institutions, public © Establish comprehensive spaces, riverfront access, and arts and educational arts hubs and W . r venues g partners in the region. . . r, o 111 i 0)(V.12 a Downtown's role will be both catalytic and connective.Advancing arts and culture is a critical 1 t 1 ' component of the Downtown South Bend 2045 Plan,and investments should be made to expand the -— landscape and leverage the existing assets and partnerships.Downtown South Bend wilt © Cultivate and - `• support local •.` ___sir • Continue to serve as the region's cultural hub,concentrating signature institutions,events, artists and l' ,_-- and public spaces that sustain the impact of investments in the arts. creative spaces s E= • Act as a physical and programmatic connector,linking neighborhoods,the riverfront,and - .' *IR411''6 ` - Nr., t- regional destinations with walkable streets,trails,bridges.public gathering spaces,and mill cultural corridors. • Support artists and creative enterprises by providing spaces for creating,performing, ., entrepreneurship,and collaboration to support the creative economy. © Support .,4 planning for arts ?, ,^„ti A. • Lead inclusive placemaking and access through low-cost programming and opportunities and culture at - .. ,. .J - +, r`� i to experience arts and culture in everyday the Local Level iN p y y public spaces that reflect community diversity ,� ., • Serve as a testing ground for innovation,piloting new partnerships and public-realm �, r - � ir 1 activation that can be a model for other downtowns in the region. + A+r/R By embedding arts and culture into public space and life,Downtown South Bend will model how - ,.' long-term cultural investment strengthens quality of life and sustains a vibrant,inclusive core. DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND ARTS&CULTURE ASSETS Downtown South Bend offers world-class arts and culture Arts Supporting Organizations Performing Arts experiences that can act as a 0 The Community Foundation of Merrimans'Playhouse,Inc. beacon for artistic expression St.Joseph County and a place that inspires. Cultural Amenities ® Morris Performing Arts Center Civil Rights Heritage Center 0 South Bend Civic Theater Navarre St 0 Century Center' ® South Bend Symphony Orchestra 0 Colfax Cultural Center' CI State Theater Marion St o�n C East Race Waterway 0 Stockroom East far�esr r Madison St Four Winds Field' 0 The Drop Comedy Club '3 Howard Park and Ice Skating Visual Arts LaSalle Ave O r'b't Ribbon ® Circa Arts N 4.2' Colfax Ave 0 Michigan&Monroe Arts District :"k © Fire Arts rn r O St.Joseph County Public Library • p \moo n Washington St —Main Branch Cs' Higher Education Institutions i ' 3 '.. o Jefferson Blvd m Colfax Corner-University of Notre JCS 0 0 +�W Dame Museums Western St © South Bend Museum of Art may' N: ® The History Museum Monroe St ® Studebaker National Museum South St Investment in technology and education often helps spur development by bringing more people to live.work.and play in and around these centers of employment Arts 6 Cuttuic of - ...... ... .. i,. - Placemaking SOUTH BEND-ELKHART REGIONAL Enhance public art integration with a focus on placemaking to Reclaim public spaces and enhance pedestrian areas. ARTS & CULTURE PLAN amplify community identity • Use existing infrastructure as a canvas for public art Self-identify Local arts or creative districts. (such as the retaining walls near the Century Center). The Arts and Culture Plan lays out a collective vision for regional growth through arts and culture experiences and economic activi- • Apply for an official Cultural District designation through Assess appropriate locations that could be repurposed ty.The plan expresses four objectives the State of Indiana to increase opportunity for funding and activated as public spaces or pedestrian connections, including underutilized road space,rail underpasses,and Objectives from the Arts&Culture Plan: sources. alleys.Use lighting,public art,and landscape the re-active •Foster nimble and well-equipped arts and culture facilities that • Formalize the Michigan and Monroe Arts Districts, the spaces. meet community needs integrating gathering spaces,signage,and destinations •Amplify community identity through celebration of historic into Downtown. Celebrate historic places and invest in community spaces. places and investment in community spaces •Encourage and implement arts and culture programming that is Develop arts and cultural trails and corridors. • Collaborate with existing historic preservation partners inviting and enriching to all to explore the long-term benefits of commissioning local •Cultivate livability and community for creative professionals • Create a public art experience along the new 1.8-mile historic preservation surveys. and artists walking loop around the riverfront.Connect that loop •to regional trails that connect to other arts and culture Conduct a historic preservation survey to support the W amenities, understanding of local historic places. r ,lull, } N IF '�Ii.J7."' "a` o„a • Create a cultural trail connecting the East Bank to Support mural programs. Q * =-4 - f Downtown to the MLK Dream Center through the Near • Explore matching mural grant programs through regional West Side historic neighborhood. and community foundations. o « .« a, au �rr•� South Bend-Elkhart z �. '^ ` tjfk * "•.a o u att—�= -- T T _ �..'" pp,t ...t ,a. � igoi t- ��� —f V ,�• ...ti . '. 7� ..�r,iitriA �:t ytt tilit.-:::"0.-$: ' It ' . . ..� i •c dett SIatuaIi i ninli *) tt1. . r ..,... ..•..,, ' ` ` ` �1 7�•P. 'i, •tea.''.+'��ra 1b/ira r.L r J ., e .is IF `` • 4y `�' a.•.�.'' \. a fir ' •SOUTK%NO ELKKART (I ��T, `�;• 1,,, • ��% f Art Venues and Facilities ` Support and expand the existing art spaces and venues and '" + explore the creation of new spaces. Foster different sized venues in Downtown to promote more r performing arts. v" �F ., , 4/1,,...:v-:'; i :•''''' ,. 4,, ..' 6 l;, • Develop an mid-sized theater(600-1,0oo seats). "", i F • Explore scenarios to revitalize historic buildings for t l 14 in,� `74 performance spaces. + " , V -tdj l "!! a Develop intentional civic open spaces. t l • ...„. ..,, , , • Ensure that Downtown has a full range of spaces that , •s . M rt • i `_ . •dttt • support programing and events,includingplazas,parks, - A — - 'tit l y ` •- , + 47 fi 'IV r • outdoor amphitheaters,and band shells. , •� �I • • * b i • • Incorporate seating,public art,utilities(water and A electrical connections),shade,and Landscaping. i�Y ���' • a a ,_ • lit e,.. -.-• !//11 .,„_: -_-_----- .--..-.-''..7. '''-' ''''' -b yo„,....41111.111F- :V+ II - I•.; .�.• • �'• r R4'J'� ,a. �. ' r f t11 Arts&Culture 63 Artists Cultivate and support local artists and creative spaces. 4 , '.` , "• — Expand the definition of affordable housing to include artist housing in Downtown and creative hubs. `� �. , • Support the creation of artist housing in Downtown by \\ \ . ' permitting and encouraging live-work and other building `�, � ,.. and unit types that include creative work space. �`` ��`\= - - - • Consider incentives to create affordable artist housing. ,'aortal F 41144 '-'.' '- 'Enhance visual art spaces that can act as education spaces, A _A' •_= 'l r f' d — f studios,galleries,and community art spaces. • y� • Prioritize the rehabilitation of historic buildings for housing, x r :• �11� ¢ artist studios,and collaborative spaces. } :v_ ,ti ' ;'A "� r r, IIIPlanning for Art&Culture ` i .- Support planning for arts and culture at the local level. o Q • Create a South Bend Arts Commission to help promote ,,,`-,, public art throughout the City. 11, a Encourage a thoughtful and individualized arts and culture !MOM T planning process for Downtown South Bend • Ensure that public art designed and built in Downtown • authentically reflects its surroundings and the diversity of 1 the South Bend community. - _ e � � 4 , ��� t t j • Seek consulting services to develop a community art plansi - ' �•r,b0._ . [/I/ C. ' for Downtown. t - ., oiS 76 c c O0fl + Zaw ni 3 A --' O � 2 C CA C C U Innovation & Institutional Catalysts (^ - Attracting young Beacon professionals and © Health liv work and and livee in in exciting. Navarre St innovative places Unique jobs, education experiences, and viill brant owwa q p �,..as.�*•^ 4•�Marron St— vibrant Downtown. entertainment destinations attract people °;_do- 1 who live in other parts of the region to spend r.' ` ,tt, MadrsonSt ' t y time Downtown on a regular basis, enlivening i LaSaUeAve �--�-- restaurants and public spaces. I I -..1 . I Colfax . • I With its roots in industrial production,South Bend knows the value of anchoring Downtown with 1 i s- innovation,jobs,and people.South Bend is fortunate to have trailblazing institutions located — — Q:0t . ,,... Washington St Downtown—Beacon Health System and Memorial Hospital,the South Bend Cubs,and a future Tech and Talent District that is envisioned to include innovative companies in the technology Tech&Talent sector partnering with the University of Notre Dame,and the Renaissance District at the S District m Jefferson Blvd ` - renovated Studebaker factory.Each of these institutions is investing in new facilities and amenities ° 2 IA } that will draw people and capital to Downtown South Bend and catalyze growth. o y. _„, E s4. , Innovation&Institutional ;41 Catalyst Projects: '�'w,: w,_,te,,,St,' j Sports& • Tech&Talent Innovation District - I Entertainment District I Beacon Health ° - I Monroe St 01 h • Sports&Entertainment District _-- 3 4t ;.- ' • Renaissance District ( sous st. Ali w� i Renaissance / fr7 i District Investment in technology and education often helps spur development by bringing more people to live.work.and play in and around these centers of employment Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Tech & Talent District BRINGING THE TECH WORKFORCE TO , i � � _ rr I ; r F DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND 4 '�oieor ,� f�Y f s_ The University of Notre Dame is partnering with developers a Ale --Ai �. and leaders in advanced technologysectorsto define � �� wen • r * "� — - � s � , , i 7-4 the opportunity to establish a new district for talent and i i J ye , id IP technology in Downtown South Bend.The presence of ` ' -�_ I innovative employers.university researchers,and students will I.I < / I 4h., gI t �/ 2. Lafayette Boulevard 4 act as a catalyst.attracting related buslnesse and people to �e? LI. Y Downtown.The resultingincrease in the daytime population c '" Y PP 1i I aI �, will support existing restaurants and services and increase the 1 - 0 'F : 1 R demand for new retail,dining and housing choices. • (7,_ �,. ti ?.�r. .o _el South Lafayette Boulevard and Lasalle Avenue,west of 1 - ' Lafayette,will likely experience infill development The City should invest in transforming the public rights-of-way from -' T• - _� I t;� car-oriented streets to pedestrian-friendly streets and I ] -1 �`— .�gathering spaces.This transformation will create comfortable. I • - 1 Tin , L I±'� walkable connections to the heart of Downtown and illbt I .-I`r :, 7 surrounding neighborhoods. m OM I P1.Renovation y iiii iGi of the Tribune I t- - Budding Mil Milla.r.: I ----1 I- I:: �� _- `p :.T:. J 1 , , /1L _._ I_ f` „ 1 Innovation&Institutional Catalysts 67 Innovation & Institutional Catal'ists • Tech & Talent District i,-,.• , ,: Slit, , 1. RENOVATION OF THE TRIBUNE BUILDING & BRINGING A UNIVERSITY 5. PRESENCE TO DOWNTOWN I 1 ' I ..t: T The renovation of the historic South Bend Tribune building i will anchor the first phase of the proposed district.The oldest f i portion of the building dates to the 1920s,and the property has ` been vacant since 2019.Phase One wilt introduce active uses :1 , I ,i p on the building's ground floor that feature science,technology. B� lA • and innovation.These uses will be visible from the sidewalk, N creating an engaging street-level environment at the corner of - t� '�r.r`- �� F III V Colfax and Lafayette Blvd.In addition to attracting advanced Ill + l '' i . ° t• g c jobs,university researchers,and students,the former Tribune - l building is envisioned to host a variety of community facing , t i l o programs with Notre Dame,Holy Cross College.and the South — .. ct Bend City Church. The Tribune Building today looking south on Lafayette .7 _ ` 11 Durham as Case Studyarr. q Lessons from Casey Steinbacher ''f ,¶r --..;,,,•,, - .-,. „v r='"`'"g` i >r. . „ - .0..a7 •Attracting talent is important for a community to succeed and thrive ,a •`• ; rs' . .."�':.. - ", •When talent has choices of where to go for jobs.the draw is people and places k` '* r, _ — •Downtown needs to have places that inspire collisions,where people • ��' r can engage with one another and the place ` l• li•Downtown must act as the City's Living Room—A Place to Learn Work Live&Play ., 7 r �•The Universities need to play a big role in catalyzing Downtown's growth = � � 1••11: Y•Be intentional with priorities and values.Make sure to define what - "�". ^s . . 0 1 ill J .1- success looks like ,-.• -' '� +,,,, ' .t •t •Never lose site of local -. `•=•. •Plan for Success -4 - - i -e f Innovation&Institutional Catalysts 68 Innovation & Institutional. Catalysts • Tech & Talent District it f I . , j 6, --..��`__ Tomorrow 2. LAFAYETTE BOULEVARD INTO A ., ) '� ,14:t.d ,o, cy_ —1—�_ �4 1 al ,,t F SHARED—USE STREET j� _. _I ,o Today.Lafayette Boulevard lacks character—it moves •��r traffic parallel to Main Street,but it doesn't invite people to r` ! i - / '+_-- �` ', I j` N ; ,'f` . ` ` stay and spend time.In the future.Lafayette will become an \ ��� ^_ -�� I } important connector between the Tech and Talent Innovation I -P VV ,, r{ _ t District and the Sports and Entertainment District around - �'`�,�_ �� t•�-t��{� 1 Four Winds Field.On the block between Colfax and Lasalle, F 111, i : art. •►.4..+1 Lafayette should be transformed into a street that prioritize + rirti y I/ '� • Mi l - pedestrians and bicyclists.Additional parking and turn lanes __ 1, • 1� �' I ‘,-- ' jai +,� �Il }I ,are:- ___-1Icould be reallocated for wide sidewalks for outdoor dining and 11;•" ri � o. ,�„ ` 111� "_ _' � F ; : S. ^II _; tt� I�i '1,�=�y gathering.This block could be closed temporarily for festivals 1• .j _� , ,' 4 ;< - .,=t y! a t,, .p R - 1. 1F-. 4 ", . �... , _, -. - -� I. - '.1.` , i I ..IA ..t and events. /0"' �1 ' _ `� l# .. . . r __,.....,. ri.._____ _____._„ . . - - — 41131riit \ • • • 1;n� ,i i t tt r _ _ „ J'4. _ 4:$ Today innovation&Institutional Catalysts 69 Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Tech & Talent District What does Success Look Like? -- '. a ', , THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME'S American Tobacco Campus(ATC),Durham,NC - ya+: Lea L.�� eaaa PRESENCE WILL HAVE A CATALYTIC The development of the ATC innovation if;" IMPACT ON DOWNTOWN district has revitalized Downtown Durham. >,z attracted visitors,increased demand for h t h.=mod: .r. housing,and created new community v _ gathering spaces. ^ a y " I, .. Madison still. «' Al-. TT e* �0 ti 111E11a as — 2 N ,• '4-'4 -•,,,.- " . # Olt itri: LaSalle Aves. r ,`e ill—i Y -)• 1 i, ti: ans .'' x�, i1 I.sj 0 * `.,4. 1 . ,icy ,`ll. •n ...H '. I Cortex Innovation District,St.Louis,MO 4 J In partnership with Washington University,the i6 Cotfax Ave district has generated over Si billion in direct i - economic impact,created 1.3,000 technology jobs.and revitalized the surrounding area. Washington St ,... I I 1i... _ rl' ,i �•y4 i kki n .5 la Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Beacon Health -,,,,is .. r .';yam -�.: "_.._. __ _—__ ® � • 1: I „ HEALTH DISTRICTS BRING PEOPLE ..,. , ; ' ', AND JOBS TO DOWNTOWN t = �.- I l Beacon Health System is investing over$23o million in a i -° r,'' new tower at Memorial Hospital in Downtown.The io-story tower will add seven floors dedicated to patient care with 5o a► , r new patient beds,a renovated and expanded Intensive Care ; 1 • _� , 1_>, ,4 -4 - ' iiiiiiir i g Unit,and renovated department facilities.The project will •, • _ 3 bring hundreds of new jobs to Downtown South Bend.While -' - '•' r WI hospitals of the past tended to be insular and contained,over r J°' ' "-'- ' 1►1.7, „ , NI the past decade,health districts have been growing around ,, r �' 'x :+.w - r 1•"'ti'' _ 'y hospital anchors,attracting housing,services for employees - t id r 4 andpatients,and destinations for visitors and families. , -' i_ Cook Children s hospdal campus in Ft Worth Texas pdwd¢es outdoor .,_ > r j. community spaces throughout the campus district .� I 4. Hospitals around the U.S.are also facing recruiting challenges n F_ � __—_ � - due to the difficulty that entry-and mid-level employees experience finding housing they can afford.While South " Atfr ` Bend fares better than other cities on housingaffordability . • : — Y ,i planning for success will require more diverse mixed income +�" �;�°i• �+ •� E b J s _ and mixed use housing.New housing types should offer both 1. rental and home ownership options in Downtown. �I Ulm ii PS. - 6C."�G. ::: ' Iii ..iil 6 FF++ II 1 m ;--,— i yad II ;;'�d� Ir1__, ODIN L. eik, 4' _. � t 4 _ i "" tt� 1 Y ■ 11 Innovation&Institutional Catalysts 71 Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Health District Walkable,mixed-use health districts are becoming increasingly I ,1 Alit,., popular.Across the country,medical institutions are exploring how to design their campuses to promote healthy habits and i j lifestyles.Many of these districts integrate healthy design �" ,. x � " ";"'�+tn principles,including biophilic design practices.community °` gathering spaces,and a combination of services and housing y_ .. - A near medical facilities that encourage walking. • "'® tip.: , i t, 0 Medstar Georgetown University Hospital created a walkable quad connecting the hospital to the neighborhood with a comfortable.inviting streetscape it also includes outdoor seating and cafe use adjacent to the main hospital center a yf 'J• r.'F i 6 ` m i i4l it -` '^• _ s- S The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus transformed an uncomfortable.pavement-heavy streetscape to create a comfortable.shaded corridor that connects medical facilities within the campus. -- .- -- ,- Innovation&Institutional.Catalysts 72 Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Sports & Entertainment District 14,, . to .i'-T9 ,-i. ACTIVATING & ENHANCING A ' '■ frI �' `T REGIONAL DESTINATION I t' �• -3 - I Four Winds Field I �.,�.e. ,£ -� r ' IF Stadium districts are regional destinations that drive activity Enhancements 1-�� � �.� . ,"— 7 t and the economy of Downtowns.With Four Winds Field •Home plate =s- ' investing in a major stadium renovation.it is positioned as improvements f til- 1 a catalytic engine for the southern end of Downtown.The •New seating and F&B i` f ; Western Avenue Transformation district to the west and the •Improved Pepsi Club Y _� y 1' r a •Party decks e ' i Stadium Flats and Diamond View projects to the east will 1. - substantially increase the housing offerings immediately •New suites i_�C;� l_i - s ice- •New entrance and plaza "` v -t_ adjacent to the stadium.Four Winds Field is poised to become —� `' ° c • to new office,event ■■■■ 'j an even bigger draw and more active destination in Downtown. space,and club building ■■„o ` J •Relocated splash zone " --'t ► ° LI LI Ifi.. m and children's play area I Sni I ■■ F_ •Restrooms id r uu ■■a if-. ' r ...,. 1 . i,. .. _ . 04 • "Q• �. - 7 IL ij't. _ d 7�. , • t r. ,. t _ - - ' }. '�- 1 The plan illustrates the future potential of the district wkh the Stadium Flats and Diamond District housing to the east.the Western Ave • -s___ - \ ■ l 1 Transformation District to the north and west.Bringing the Amtrak train back to Downtown across from the ballpark activates another side of "('jr the stadium. Looking south on William Street toward Four Wind Field shows A curbless environment with residential and retail uses at the the opportunity available to create a true sports destination entrance to Nashville's First Horizon field creates an active. district in Downtown that could have a mix of uses attractive destination Downtown. i-i.10-.iltUll 6 In,:1t..ta,n..,,i wri.:, i,, . 531VI)OSSV N91S3C1 NVBan li, ,4 '4"-, Q n a;o�ag . +�yi \ W 5. 0er7 ' '' - i I,iA ems �. / i' � /:A "'� I1.r t- . _ \ \ / di , � , \1 a L n. 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'... /. - n ,, r • ' ., .,, p O Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Renaissance District • _ _ Southern Gateways into _ t —� '•'e'•. ♦.4 Downtown enhanced The Renaissance District is a mixed-used technology campus , - ' with landscape, that repurposes 1 million square feet of the historic Studebaker �� -_�------_ _ lighting and art plant and anchors the southern end of Downtown.The district : '-� --�- ' blends preservation with cutting-edge technology.offering • .---1, . .� . ��j space for high-tech manufacturing,digital infrastructure,retail, •• �'�"�__��ii�: � f^ logistics,and education.The top floor of Building 84 could be •/_A '• MIEIMI *'+'r;' '' transformed into loft apartments overlooking Downtown. " :�.u' ;,u 1� � '� ,p.. „„ ,,,, 11! .,, # • ' • • . , .... _ F• • T w ' oL._ : ,---- L t1 —L- t 1 i :ads �,` _ _ • - l i x • �-..; s..� yr v 2 - y St- .r:' s „ te ` s n tI may. �� .r*i ' sw.wmrYlr• . ,Yrr•—.0 _-^fI11M . wsu�re�,�-; is ...:1111q' -- -,..• mg ..... . / ,� - i An historic image of the Studebaker campus where cars were manufactured from the early igoos through the mid-60s The Studebaker campus today.looking north toward Downtown Innovation 8 Institutional Catalysts 75 - - Innovation & Institutional Catalysts • Renaissance District vier, iriprik The Renaissance District is designed as a real-world testing ground where technological advancements can meet practical -, 'may" — vii ` F �� ` application.It serves as a bridge between institutions.industry - / — - j'• - and community,allowing innovations to be implemented, /� �� tested,and refined in a live environment.This allows -$ ' ' �` businesses,educators,and residents to see what works,adapt �j = ...- what fits,and shape their own future. - - The district applies principles where resources,energy,and �- ~� ' • ..•` _ data flow seamlesslyacross industries to reduce waste t .. / "i -•-• - T-'- "-r t`. and maximize efficiency.A key driver of this model is the \ z '�t �y � ✓" l integration of circular energy systems,where thermal and � ii� "' N,. electrical energy are continuously captured,repurposed. - N and optimized—reducing reliance on traditional grids and _ _, a pioneering next-generation energy solutions. creation of a new campus district with a green boulevard spaces to gather.and state-of- New streetcrapes and public spaces will be places where workers can have informal the-art office and collaborative tech spaces collaboration Yi vi This convergence of historic infrastructure and emerging a technology transforms the district into an institutional catalyst, \ ' -• - bringing together Purdue's advanced programs,Notre Dame's _ - , - _ _ research initiatives,enFocus'postgraduate talent,and private- r sector innovation.By embedding these assets into ashared, — '� ,_,; ^ vl low-cost innovation platform,the district lowers barriers for entrepreneurs,researchers,and industries to collaborate,test, ( _I and deploy cutting-edge solutions. ` { a - -- • r. t im C If Energy Innovation Innovative reuse of historic structures Innovation&Institutional Catalysts 76 tuiet %Val tl N, c' 1J 4 *moo aN; _...;ci r 'I:: Wit. - i :it • 1 t. .I \ .- _ .! g_ N 1 03 Id . - \ ---4 0 I I f I 4 ,*, „. -F_ i ,111,. a st_.- , ........4r, Vtgo , ill i "'MK:. tW p, gr ...; .... 1 , It li 1,k dii..t iiiime iii; t-4 12 •Iljii P .14 :\-f* a„ A:' 1 N'i II "° f -_ _ � lilt Pi ‘1.4 er 44- 1,°41 - V ... ... . . 2:, g-- 4 a r i. 1 —t' Ii4 ',f; J. 1 y tti ., alum z A 1 .25%1 :kill 9 -l_rkei? 1.- ••••ti , 61 ,., ii /b . 1-"K-,_ 2.4 'Tv ul-lir. ;.,ii.:,,\, \\\\4v- Q44., ‘ ri .. 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Neighborhoods ages, incomes, and stages of life \: LaSalle Ave South Bend has a population of over ioo,000;however, I just over 3,00o people live in Downtown.It is important that m (�.. Colfax Ave people live Downtown to create an activated,dynamic place. cii P. cii Residents walking and using public spaces on nights and42 t weekends make Downtown feel safer and more comfortable 3 3 F f m for everyone.Increasing the population will support and Washington St sustain retail and new destinations.New housing should Downtown Central Riverfront West expand choices.offering building types that appeal to different Lri o household types,home ownership and rental options,and ro /- 'w^`rr•="\ o a..' Jefferson Blvd housing near growing employment centers that provide u tii 1 * 1 ; _ f Y Xi easy,walkable commutes.The following pages highlight ° 1 ti �. • several areas where it is possible to expand or create new ~ s� r °•�� 1. neighborhoods.Filling in vacant lots throughout Downtown Western Avenue a—'�1 1.. " ' 4.1 Wayne St /_' 'y with appropriate housing types should remain a parallel priority. Transformation I 1 i ; �' '�: \/�\\�}� ti x 5,1 11 :�.. ; ti. , Neighborhoods J 1 I it '\, ., \ y‘ Projects: I I ,�. , '" ,>i• ;` Downtown North I / --� ' ' Neighborhoods ( i ' ,. .. I ! P. u;l Iv4.,'. I 1 Monk' 5, 1 ids, • Downtown Central • Riverfront West I I $ I `" • Western Avenue ♦. _• Transformation Creating great neighborhoods with a vanety of housing options brings more people Downtown,which can help support more local retailers.restaurants,and other businesses Neighborhoods • Downtown North Neighborhoods ✓ r 1 i L INFILL AND HOUSING STABILIZATION _.a -0: n ,]`i j- Additional and diverse housing offerings are needed to • ;L- ,L 1. support the existing and new health and tech jobs Downtown. a7 " y �. a __ - By moving surface parking into central garage locations:as t in proposed in the Madison Lifestyle District,existing surface , l J _fie b lots can be redeveloped to provide higher density,walkable • housing for health and tech employees.increasing the d —— — number of people walkingto work and supporting * . °�" " -- _ t - 7 p p pportin Downtown L businesses. _ `� i„)G�:, I aI •.9 L7 �r III r: Vacant and auto-oriented uses east of Michigan Street ► ;; •; • • »Dj• ;;, J between Lasalle Avenue and East Marion Street could be t m i' "`"• • / ' ; redeveloped as infill housing adjacent to the river.Townhouses 'e,;;; •. , J `""� '4�. s • /` +� ice, i• and lower-to moderate-density housing would be compatible r i ; 0 !_;_ W ;*4 ��� @ i�t 4z-- • :S:S with the adjacent River Bend Historic District neighborhood. .' The riverfront trait system should be extended along the bluff (041 • f yti�° ,? t ' to connect to the new pedestrian bridge at Marion Street. I ® '°ITli ' { - I ill II -? av , A.\ 111- L. 11 i - I ..- . _ ,y-. i _ f A I i I - -,. p t L a,. I I "t �. I !_ ♦ -Q( `a0I I _ - °' it, City Halt Ct - I v�',r., �__ - q r.n.l • oi I El ••tr 3 J I I F --r ..� Colfax Ave a. ..e.--e....«.,.•.>.ran.,,:,c�..r r.-,- �. I View looking north on Michigan Street today toward existing dnve-thru retail and surface There are a series of opportunity sites north of Downtown.including the Madison Lifestyle District and various parking lots and Inn II site, parking lots adjacent to Memorial Hospital. These could be developed with a wide range of housing options,from for-sale townhouses to walk-up or elevator apartment buildings isle ignboinuon. _,V.,N1 1/t•S, 'I '.cNL 2v-,1LA,. SAJI I+.FtrJ1) IIIDIANc 1 r+1,..P H2u26 Neighborhoods • Downtown North Neighborhoods Tomorrow / BRINGING MIXED-USE HIGH = �Q DENSITY HOUSING TO KEY NORTH � ' DOWNTOWN CORRIDORS \ Bringing new residents Downtown will also necessitate additional services.These services should be located along �� �� 1 visible corridors and in close proximity to residents and visitors. ` li° l i�f� `' .l The market study has indicated a demand for a grocery store I l .l ', i and a pharmacy in the Downtown area.The Downtown North r tVP Neighborhood,with its growing population of residents and �p S/1I !/ _ I i'i I Ir i workers,could be an ideal location for these services. sue" yt l r j IP( nio ( • . I//� 1 N -,r.T' /'— 0-,'-i Di.: f.7.1 ,Is li : -I r., w�, - A. a The LaSalle Avenue corridor,which connects visitors from the f N;! �1 11 1 r0 , '"" l�. - . t : 0} II!I-!! of L�, / N airport to Downtown via Lincoln Way,serves as a key entry r 4L' °4 L.:1 �/ point.Therefore,it is crucial to prioritize development on vacant �� �. t tr I !f 11 1I � i! m I` r ! and underutilized lots alongthis route.as well as improve ! i'` . ► - b:L _• -Il I O.� ""�••.:l I i01 t 'E'L 0 l I g� �'�- o the streetscape to create a welcoming first impression of I irw- /!—� 11 4 "� t�' > ;k111111:104.°; Th.' 2ii' iialt.icagiriv..-Ii.tot,„ l iil --� f Downtown South Bend. -- - 1,,, ,4...fit ,elot '- f �-ii ------ ,._- r 7. ''#. 1 1 AC7 1 Jai ` r �' . `.<<_ Today " 1 _ ���A n�� :s o '. A proposed mired-use building on the corner of Main Street and Lasalle Ave with a large ill/ ' '.� r,.- 4�j south facing amenity blo courtyard above the street Parking and c g for retail is located in 0 I 0 l ug= fit.' p. '� the center of the block and screened from the Improved public sidewalks along Lasalle - 0i Q ' 110111,, � . Neighborhoods • Downtown Central ,,, tio..44._14:0- , 4 jevi pilimir: ::...16.. ,.. . totptevwfr .. . ' - HOUSING & ADAPTIVE REUSE MMlN!« rtr• OPPORTUNITIES ► 6 �_, _ Ai 0 Downtown Central has an outsized amount of vacant and - # -" 1 ' iI n f ♦ I if underutilized land,along with a collection of valuable buildings ^r : :: u I __ _ i -- lei r .in a I I: __ properties._- a g .. f _ �s� n1n1, I ( i rf and historic Thoughtful renovations of keybuildings in this neighborhood could pave the way for reinvestment inIll other properties and the development of new residential.retail. _J + i • `-, cultural.and office spaces, '� 't rr Development parcels should be assembled and offered as • is PM i shovel-ready sites.The varied sizes of the available land H :: as "" 1a IN Es - P.- ��) „ • ' provide developers the chance to experiment with new f r :::::: � l � _ —_ _, housing and building types.Incorporating paseos and mid- * e 1_�� , J' _ fir .. m block connections can enhance walkabitity and break up the L_-- L LVI jLl . -R_ i, ti► f 1 scale of the street grid. i G II ::Cg :o , The historic properties in Downtown Central present a unique - opportunity:investingin their rehabilitation could catalyze �- r ,. _ ::.' Emiromel Pp Y Y ( — �� ' tofuture develo ment in this area.Creative reuse of these historic 3''. i . _-. - i ,buildings will help preserve the neighborhood's character I Itmu —for future generations.Embracing the quirky nature of the ■. , fII r r i u existing architecture can establish this area as a vibrant part of :`� r • a .•II Downtown,rather than the underutilized space it is today �(� y� f 'i �- t. , , • 111111 -• fir.=r. r '°" !ro•. , ITI 1 _ M1 - r t r TI WI 0 - Cr- �IM •• ',vii•r .4,.. • �� II - $ Ili ago. mm dbakdhaidia111.111 ra rr-- The site plan for Downtown central Includes a mix of housing types.For sale townhomes are shown in yellow and rental apartments in orange. Neighborhoods 81. Neighborhoods • Downtown Central 4;..4 IP CASE STUDY: ` How To:Leverage adaptive reuse projects to catalyze . `future growth The Box Factory for the Arts i —. r St Joseph,Michigan 0111111 +(,Li � ., ^�{ X In 1995.the Berrien Artist Guild purchased the former Williams Oil! A\' I III i l .i f• �� "°` 13 ��Uri a.r Brothers Paper Box Manufacturing building to create a dedicatedsi y��. j. i� space for their work after 33 years of displaying it in coffee shopsII° �$04 ' �� I til ��' l' iy� ,I• .,,i _., , and small art galleries.The existing structure,which spans 55,000 Mrtn - I� jjjJ����� a' ooIII ti w square feet.has been preserved and repurposed for multiple uses. t3. ��� ,,�� i �y J~ A�-- i� _ � ell tr s t r e r— o Condominiums occupy a tower at the rear of the facility,while i, ' _,+ f, ; '_ Yl+� ii. �'► _ a townhouses were added to the east wing of the complex.The main IJ building on the western edge houses artist studios for qo artists. II ��hill 4 'ram l t t. i ' � office spaces,event venues for live performances.and a large. '1 A ..,,,� l y • I e '" high-quality art exhibition space that is free to the public.The Box e • - # 0: � .. �� IIII � _ ...,. _ • ... Factory for the Arts was originally inspired by the Torpedo Factory i si f I 1 ` ' a co in Alexandria.Virginia. ° "� 1 e� )- st -2., ,:rdi . ir ,....._, re it � � e} t ,tr ' 4, . .-,. - , '•• ... „ -,, liffitlipW'Ff'ir i t. ,. a „ ... .. �- ‘ .,,,,, , _ ,,.___. %Z. is?' _ , A t,,,, • .,... :ir : 1 ' avower . F1Al . = a - 4 --- This illustration depicts a proposed mixed-use building located In the block bounded by Lafayette Boulevard.Jefferson Boulevard.Main Street.and Wayne Street.The design features a ..—.. Y [V west-facing amenity courtyard at street level which opens onto a new parklet at the southwest corner of the block Walkways meander through the center of the block,fronted by units in r(l the apartment building Parking is situated in the center of the block and is screened from view by the building itself - - - N.-iunl ,hcR ds i3z Neighborhoods • Riverfront West u ,. uuuuun„ uumuuun,. ,�,�g1p_ 1 CREATE NEW RESIDENTIAL rr ' 1. • (T- �`' , NEIGHBORHOODS DOWNTOWN • ; Y ' 9 r p _ . �y . ,IlLek . The new Riverfront West neighborhood will be developed Jefferson Blvd loillighilr foil_ between Jefferson Boulevard and Monroe Street on a series t J ) ---��gib- of underutilized buildings and parking Lots.The realignment ( �r r, •� �+ 't • of Jefferson Boulevard opens up an additional opportunity t �( V to create a location for mixed-use development with , " % housing,a hotel,office space,and a shared parking deck that I`1 '��j�1 ti' complements the Century Center and creates a series of �� �,� � . ' active uses from the river to Downtown.With the potential to I ! 11 4* '. ‘rr .s ;�. - create almost t000 units of new housing with a connected l,_ ` i�+� %3 network of streets and open spaces that tie into the riverfront, - j / IC,.,-: , • . irr r va ` '' Riverfront West will redefine Downtown living in South Bend. i /. �� - .` • - `. iw . 4 il r-v--*- •,- -•;.• . :,:qta44 IV- '... 10E-"t • ''',.----_,--2-- --,---' *.••••-•45.1 •-4, A The Future of �'; _-_ ' Housing in ..CC: -• i ic 1 - .:mo, z'\,, Downtown _ , is A 1 . ,-,,,ir Oil—''--- .''' rI * file _Muu It ; m I J ❑o oo J no Do �'I; n. qi nn n,. y� III • ' o no tgoo .� o a� +3r000 units '11' -"� I::114"1.�u.ri. 'fir 1 .V.5:1.1,..,...;re.+.r- t . m units by 2045 ss�i� t---rtiT.,; - - �M-oin - e_-_ ' ieemmo tt -._ in r7t • A.. iiif:/iit01 3,200 Cite t +5'oo°people d o E _ .. �. }T*1,� People T'��I• by 2045 f r N The site plan for Riverfront West includes a mix of housing types.For sale townhomes are shown in yellow and rental apartments in orange. Neighborhoods 83 . ...:; Neighborhoods • Riverfront West Currently,parking Lots and underutilized office buildings • dominate this part of Downtown,creating an inactive barrier -t to the riverfront.After 5 PM,the area becomes deserted, contributing to a sense of insecurity along a significant �" _ stretch of Downtown's riverfront.The proposed plan aims p"� ,:', °�'" .i, j1j to build housing along the riverfront,fostering a 24-hour • ,'- �f ,` presence on the pedestrian walkway.Additionally,it includes ' e' • i ti a . 111.1W multiple pedestrian connections to the river from the new .*i'` ° �; a neighborhood.The Largest of these connections features ' I _ 1 • '' I I a park at the end of Western Avenue.which will serve as a 1 y, "'tf , .. •Q''`r' ,- ivi ate I .4'4* community gathering space for the new residential community. lior- .,AMMOw f W pfdJ!1 'C'�;. 9f A ,-71iY�11 I[rM ;,! t � rI�-$%"S SPj � �' • �� {�1�� • .a !.,,,,eW !(.I,U�� ! 9 : Illl r. ! ( 1ri h.s 1 cuii ' `u7f b, 11 *'[ Q . ,,,,>.� "��ti 'r.�,�' �°b' Fs�! it(lay�w _ _ i - -- ,, ., • .1_,,:,... .... •• -":-ir — ._ .yr -- A., ' Jok t.) , Ii•(-401, -,..,._ .. 2, .,,,, ,,, ..,.iotis. , t 4E0( 1.,-±---,' �y1 Z How To:Embrace ` 1� fit" iir wr„K Sustainable Practices 1, •Riverfront West has been w designed as a Walkable. - - � ! bikeable mixed-use ' ` " development that follows i' '4. A view along the river looking south with the new River View Square between two four-story,esidenb:it buitdorgs the principles of LEED + Neighborhood Development. �• •Proximity to jobs,services. .. and amenities will reduce 2 pr1 SS a , vehicle trips. i s r• +Building designs should t• incorporate passive design � '•i 'tA and renewable energy .c strategies where possible f i^ - • _ T > •Sustainable stormwater s management will be / J _, . -- incorporated into parks and % / J.11 - neighborhood streets to - - — - - manage stormwater oh-site. Mir Large parking fields dominate the Riverfront West site today Today you can walk along the riverfront but it is buried behind a series of underutilized office buildings. . - Neighborhoods 84 Neighborhoods • Riverfront West Tomorrow . nix-air ,,,,,,-,.-7-j----,--,----.Z::77- 77,...--0-4 -' --A4.,. :,,,,t,--..00...-4kulu;••-. -,4.4k.. 7'-.7"i',7tov 6 .- --. .,:.‘4,6-.--,---.;:',-:i;:.-11 6• - .-, ----•- ' -.'• -.- --,,;.. -' • ..'. .f ,,,'--.6," : 60 --• " •-..-2 ---;--'' .-"-f,"" a....;4,41,., .._.:6,&ttos !iiri. ,,,••-•,1 ,6_....w.;-.6.64a., - -..----... -- -•"--.- ' ••', '-.."'''f'••::'lq••:• .,-....;•,•-• ..: • -- ''•-.-• -c,••: ''---- ''.' " - --""'---•:-_'---' -._- —..---. ,c. ....m.1••••, .- -,f,4rif 7:4 -....' 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I I I till determined to be beyond their useful life.The ninety ,-,-; i N townhouses at Monroe Circle were demolished and the g - ^ 11i,� .;• Rabbi Shulman Plaza Apartment Building currently sits vacant on Western Ave.The plan will demolish the building and replace it with a range of housing types Rabbi Shulman Building will be demolished in the future. iido- jr Western Avenue is an important gateway into Downtown 4{1,, ■■ o from the west,and vacant land offers the opportunityT T ♦ —,�a to . „' , a &Minnv rebuild mixed-use housing with ground floor space for - • > re. ° o community-serving uses. .iw' _ 2 1-1 The proposed plan for the Housing Authority property i ❑ f V �. —i o aims to reintroduce affordable units at a variety of income ❑ Q t ,, �� L oz levels,creating a new neighborhood with amenities within .4 .$ �--- -- , i r - Walking distance of Downtown.Furthermore,the HousingEl -• Authority will continue to explore options for improving the a --- i •�— existing affordable units near the proposed mixed income , '■ Fouleli r The vacant block south of the Rabbi Shulman apartments is owned by the Housing _._-- ` '� ► �i Winds ` Authority.The former Monroe Circle townhouses were demolished because they were old neighborhood. ' u: ::�: ::' , Field �' - T and had fallen into disrepair e. - — ,1 40 - _'...--..r... ._ '4'44. ------, -.40, ' 4, , t_ ..1 1 00= 4 - __ Proposed Site Plan with a variety of housing types.Buildings in yellow represent Adjacent retail and institutional buildings to the site.A number of the storefronts are either townhouses and buildings orange represent walk-up and elevator apartment buildings vacant or under-utilized. - - Neighborhoods 86 Neighborhoods • Western Avenue Transformation If Still �1z�.,1 -,- .. Tomorrow The design of the site was guided by the below principles: `__ •_ � r� J. . ,_J, • Re-establish the street grid with smaller blocks allowing •�:_ 2 � _ •! 'vs- y� �, ��� - � +� �y vt� -. for additional east-west connections through the new •_ •Y;ti•�,� , I. y. MAI:11M M. it �� i o o y neighborhood y ��- G- • : ' - 4. ; III_. I'1`,�• - a i o ,n o•f"ai • Create pedestrians walking paths along streets and , ,„i ;- , `,�,1111 •wilitir- � �* r. t I through green spaces and pocket parks a r i`- `' �'� Ids ' h�� ' �'�'t�+(d�r� i - :., _ Ili +ems ..r • Build a new community green at the heart of the new „Atli_A}.�d.. - 'T t � 0, 4 ` yi - development to provide a space for gathering and i t rotrN y3 Zr 'PP 41 41 --,I III iDi n t -"`e ' , ' rtoiler► ,, .. programming pir 51P :0-! -idilk„ 1 ..,Igy ,.�, /,0 • Line Western Ave with taller,denser housing and locate 1&c0•04.a: t:"0.� •p i;,� 111 'i - ,% ' t: II I '' YW 1 the smaller housing types fronting Scott and Taylor Street • �* $•A�C��i.1; (tap_ liror internal community spaces r. �-y t 1 • 1�t1'``�+ ➢ ='�; �T'�� �Ii + ✓itgf -�t is fit In • Build a mix of housing types that cater to different stages •-_''�^, it t / 11 ism .ram !' i+. of life and family sizes i r J ‘� t '� 1 ` ��.n� ��_,� � < tom, • � / i Pt • Build housing types that have street facing primary entries - a` A �• • Include porches and balconies so most units have private lk J1'��� tt;• `''� i outdoor space available / .....•� + . •p � 4 i t ,,, -,..... •, om'/ '0 ri.. ,, ', 1�0. r.., . ,j ... . _ ri _ „, , ; , , - -- .,„ -„_, , 7.?; %4111&- *-:-.- trir- ,-_,,- ' ar - Today Netgnbornoods 87 .,,,,t., 0,1,S•-:Vr Lit-t U, J•_Ft•-. KITH BE INr++iAr4A I r-14kc'4,_,t Neighborhoods • Western Avenue Transformation „; . - - _ _ ->;;N:..•.,E ,,per Tomorrow Omot.3.;- /, �.' i „ How To:Expand Housing Options 1 rlr $ .. •Engage with development . t + teams who have experience = building mixed-income '� housing and a range of ' housingtypologies _ - Y. P .• i41yj'i •Explore innovative financing if ' ;�~ / 1 options that facilitate mixed- d `P •""- V I_—it �u Ip 1! 11 I q a income development - i -. 1t • � Yr_.'� i, . 1 1 t!,+ }� !t l ._i i, o •Create pre-approved building �t. s�' r • ,i�hiit i,; l' ✓ ONNY�f11' II��j plan sets for high-density •'r_ J " ` 1pljpl�f;1 1 '1'1 .1 a townhouse designs •_ ty s-I .•j, ,F,l1', li M � _ t �iiF 1 3 'h'��-� \\4�7 - ij� ç � r ITt.'' i�;; sf�311 bG• B �t �{_ - m .. - ,.�, f — + 1 P, P t' tia /•' s' ?s '`r; .!"' - :/' .f1l k I f ' � � i 1141'1 ` r ' �s!a w ,i� t d� IOWA ! 1I l .. k 3 , i�r It Jail'�:�r �A � �, ` 4� r ry7 , _ _ ........ ., -, �. r11Lt 7� N! ai "I��Iy fu.7 `n NTU. 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PublicRealm An improved,cohesive _-r wo»° `".''."=5,, public realm will draw .rt new residents and visitors and ',_: Q and make Downtown t `" . e°aP South Bend a destination t °. 1 e°' for the region. y " . � Downtown's public realm will 0 t act as the thread, tying together ��� r , the districts, amenities, and — t destinations into an accessible, ; ��` _ , �' tLtL��;yy��11,'',, 11rr., ird•4' Multi-modal Connectivity walkable, and wanderable place. ;%'°",1 -, -IgR ,.y.G�.«.... .4,. LaSalle Ave Streetscapes ; '" "' 4 ffi._, Today in Downtown.there is a sense that everything is far apart, l for People , ® t1 `a nothing is connected,and it's not comfortable to walk for any I -» -' ,.,.- r' tr, • a.4n.�=t-..,.L .......,, :-.' ._ Colfax Aveave distance.The river is right there,but it's difficult to get close f' f; o f 7g I a enough to enjoy this incredible asset,especially on the western , x t - s°' Riverfront& bank.The City has already begun investing in connecting N _ .4, in m �,�_ A -' Gathering Downtown with walking and biking trails.Residents and a s E a a ` m alva Spaces stakeholders enthusiastically support continuing that effort to Li g �.,,._ ' , `. , realize the vision of exceptional connectivity,livability,open space, "1,, and parks in Downtown. __Y , '. ' x ,.HPWkd ,� Public Realm '- •" `04 Western Ave '4 w. Improvement Projects: w : �;�� -. lf.... '1 .{ - � ' �fdonroe•5l� ���� .� t N •. Gateways to Downtown .. �, , _ !1 a '- it , Riverfront&Gathering i ; w'. c0i� ,, Spaces y 1. • Streetscapes for People pi../ ",``y NW Gateways to . 1 i Transit Downtown • Multi-modal Connectivit a v 4 ! ;i I • Transit ei 4 11 ‘' ' ' --an- °"-j',n Sample St Public Realm • Gateways to Downtown Tomorrow Most visitors enter Downtown through a limited number -" ip of routes from each direction.These entry points provide wr Alt _ opportunities to welcome visitors and make a positive first wT impression.Signage,lighting,streetscape improvements, *.; +il r and public art are all tools that can be used to improve that , i ' r �, �" E experience.Dark railroad overpasses should be refurbished / A � with artistic LED lighting and mural art to create a more r.• ,, t " r_ l‘ ��(I • N comfortable gateway from the south.Additionally,targeting - < 4, A i �4.• 9Nr ��� �y,��''� °_ — —N— r �4' 1 vacant lots for short-term streetscapeand landscape - •= _ ix-!"•A c s'•=�'= '— "7 • 'I , improvements at these key gateway locations can help �i l,ijll i�• Il I - _ z P" transform visitors'initial impressions of Downtown. _"fit - �� - .II 1 . !. 1 - ___ --------------- 4., :,::-- it' .,`-.. , ., - \,1 ,. .110:' ''' • . .- l 7 -.•,.. • •Ma '' • 0 z"ji 1* 0 \ ....iiiiti ::::', to . 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XE _ i Concept for what an e I1 I •mo' `•may' tits' improved railroad underpass ' "` r I~ -_ next to Union Station could �T' iiin �; �� ; i �J .[ �'1 be with better station 1,ril, ' ,®E'� r ' �� _ signage,city banners, a � i����s '4 ARKET 1 - improved street lighting, -- ;—T -1 .� ,., I®I �� 1 .4 _• - �� - •i__ and an LED and mural art r•- "�i NE ey r i • installation below the railroad Au ;'"/ ,__ -t ;al' trestle. i r l IL } Vertical Art Pieces,banners,signage and landscaping can also be used to mark the Key entry gateways to Downtown gateways into Downtown Public Realm • Riverfront & Gathering Spaces r _-__ o.7 MILE LOOP � r The success of Downtown depends on attracting people 1.8 MILE LOOP 4. r - r to live,work,learn.and play Downtown.The riverfront is a '`' - - r ft crucial asset for achieving this success.Currently,while there f u 1� i are some wonderful spots along the waterfront,they are s -,N....: \ ,i poorly connected,with most investments concentrated on 'O ,r. '~ ' the east bank.Visitors coming to the west side of the river, < _alril .' whether for an event at the Morris or a game at Four Winds Field,may not even realize that South Bend has a riverfront. t a �—'. -- , An interconnected and active park experience on the west m �° side of the river connecting Downtown and the East Bank Navarre St o j, yo�.r5' ;, would attract visitors and residents to Downtown,supporting F • Trees along MLK Blvd.block views to the Washed out and blocked pathways are • • river.Today,the east side of Downtown barriers to a connected riverfront system i restaurants,businesses.and cultural venues. Manon St > ♦ does not engage with the riverfront - . Q rir O Madison St Z ra r n -` Lasalle Ave . _ Lasalle Ave ' T4''� A' �� ', 7, 0 Colfax Ave «Vit‘itscf‘ Colfax Ave ' _ ""#, � Washington St Washington St 9 �• `+ r.lr IF` r ,_.. al 9 Jefferson Blvd vitA > _. '�`h' "g. C;;_ .1 r4 •� dtii tic A m ` ., T N Par III,. I / Western Ave - s. _ •„�` Build off of the great success of Howard Park.and connect it into a larger system of trails Future Riverfront trails and Downtown riverfront walking loops connecting a network of Seitz Park improvements are under construction along the East Race and parks public open space Pito,,c k. ", y: f J -q :, .5 Public Realm • Riverfront & Gathering Spaces Lasalle Ave The City's major investments in Seitz and Howard parks illustrate a commitment to reclaiming Gwen Silver the riverfront for the public.To date,these efforts have focused on the east side of the river. Memorial Parkvw ,� ;With the creation of a signature riverfront park adjacent to the Century Center,the upgrade q tt\ dto Jon Hunt Plaza and adjacent Gwen Stiver Memorial Park.and the residential green spaces ° ' zLn throughout Riverfront West,Downtown could have a continuous network of riverfront trails that \ `r '�4provide activity and engagement for people of all ages. tii CoLIAve Jon Hunt 'v t ' FT Plaza ' N.., ' t .. .I •�i mr-'--i I u- Signatur: 4, • Riverfront ,` Vi The Town Park q.•� - ..t'' 1nil i Square �4 «It .,, \ _> Jefferagn Bkci �:. C' I _ t` A N m 5 // • ; • A\ t 4 • �i 1 Wayne St ./ ,.._,.'.•!'''2-'.� \t ~ -ill' il • .s"v• ".. .4. �. -- �!71 River View /I 1 t:,,,,,:ly•.:..e.,•• \ ' ..Y., , ti Square \ _ M f . - ,, - The fully connected St Joe riverfront public space network Public Realm 93 Public Realm • Public Art The community identified arts and cultural events as one of a ;, , the most essential needs for Downtown.Adding art throughout { the public realm will further enhance Downtown's role as - the cultural center of South Bend.This improvement goes ''�.4i�i; 't r ; ° ' �} _ _ _ - beyond murals and encompasses lighting,sound,sculpture. ',r" r�y� �`-- 1Ill ( 11 and interactive cultural experiences.These additions will . ., � r attract visitors and create moments of discovery throughout .i ,,�i�,_ Downtown. "' - -'_ • ', . , .,,• - ;it ..• •', a 0 < w. z N • - - - . '''—` --—- -..-- - lib 'lib,' i i It I/ z _.._ . . __ gig, ., . ..., ,A4:ri _1/- P. . , . PPIII , , Ili ...k, / `_ s `� "• , 6 Ail _ liklikk ' 4.:- '1.- T>:` r. ., am..- -:• _ : AT � _ Public Realm • Lighting of Downtown Riverfront -Jk LaSalle Ave Today's River Lights exhibit highlights the core of the Downtown riverfront around Century N Center Island,Seitz Park,the South Bend Dam,and the Jefferson Boulevard Bridge.The lights .,,, z d ; turn on before sunset and remain on until sunrise,and multiple motion-sensing interactive lightIONV �,� �_ displays run from sunset to midnight. View6t1 ,I- Z Since their installation in 2015.the river lights have been a successful economic,artistic, Today and recreational driver for Downtown-drawing people to enjoy the riverfront and nearby cg n •Ve restaurants and cultural amenities long after the sun goes down.From the LaSalle Avenue JPl zdnt ,ry T `4 Bridge to the Howard Park pedestrian bridge,a fully connected River Lights network would 1" `` �" beautify the urban riverfront,increase visibility and safety,and encourage longer hours of activity along the St.Joseph River and its necklace of parks and open spaces. 9t. I t tire- i°, f Pairk r n • ate Extend the River I •`-'` Lights Exhibit Synatur Riverfront li' The Town Park ,. Square .. aim 1 i 6 Wayne St ;�+ Howard • - Park g..„...._ . . I. River View i ` fir .. - Square _ ...7 EXISTING RIVER LIGHTS7 i - POTENTIAL FUTURE RIVER LIGHTS,•.-......e •,084 le ` y Fully lit walking loop core around the South Bend dam Public Realm 95 -. ,. Public Realm • Curbless & Shared Streets Curbless streets are designed without the typical physical separation between sidewalks and • 'i t i 'k roadways,encouraging a more seamless flow of movement for all users.These designs promote ' -t - ., 4 t.e.. safety,enhance mobility,and contribute to environmental sustainability,offering an alternative to - F t,' traditional car-centric infrastructure. tY, i r ` The vision plan proposes using shared,curbless streets in multiple locations.Each location • , - emphasizes the activation of the pedestrian realm.The streets are all associated with the � I�. -4,Downtown core or a Downtown institution,and they allow for closures for community events and k1,a ear_*=- f 'ij .� activities. `- !- -.1- i. Downtown Core 2,Innovation District - 2 _ f- /'r�e.�`` vi i O ColfaxT ..,,,, Ave ' R� ti w rn A change in paving type helps denote car versus Linear.flush drains are utilized In this Curbless condition to manage ? '? pedestrian zones storrwater Curbs used minimally for overflow stormwater basins where z ', A- needed Contemporary paving patterns denote the pedestrian-only zone. • .ot x a LaSalle Ave p '�hingto�,', ' _ II ��� 4 • Colfax Ave " L. c_ .i 1 �r;. 4_ ' y„ a�IW� 3. Sports and Entertainment District 4. Renaissance District "' 'went,n r St 1 f L !; A F _ l• : • k - Bollards can block vehicular access to .r.,., 1...,�Ins. I,,, Changes in pavement color and texture �r Lee oI communicate the transition between the car and pedestrian zone uroWN toWN SGI/tH BEND 2o.y5 PLAN 15001H BEND.INLvANA I MARL rt 20.L N;,bl,c Re,Ire jo Public Realm • Tree Canopy Today r r. ,.--`-- -.- �. �� ..._.,.., The lack of substantial tree cover Downtown presents a significant challenge that impacts �� �., am- � ; people's comfort,sense of safety,and walkability.Providing a regular treescape Downtown r� -ar -�.�`' , r,ice' jggJ" / -*f will offer shade and protection for pedestrians,creating a more enjoyable walking experienceL. ___.. ` a`- '"" "i '" yin f •¢ while decreasing the perceived distance between key Downtown destinations.Trees also offer ` �h. ' r '� yw - environmental benefits,lowering temperatures by so degrees on hot days and creating habitat �r s;. A • r -�%; Jr, of connected greenway corridors for wildlife. • y y p3 _ r ,,, '- - . _rarin-- ,,...,,. ..., ... „ ,,...--„,,-,. .....,.,-__ -, ; -,t , -,,,,, t The Soo Block of South Michigan Street and along Wayne Street are just two examples where the tree canopy is abs r,,...,town Adding Tomorrow :45,:i -• •�-rs •'� j�.. • ef - nmr.,,,, , _ . 4,1,....,. ,rt........_ . ..., ,iin 1 street trees in both locations would provide a buffer between pedestrians and traffic,improve walkability.and enhance and increase the - ' la 4''� �m w - value of adjacent properties. h.."ti'�` �.L 71 `` i � I ,4.fj-` s_;... {a 1'I�y ♦/� i/, AO Kam'_ Ai a b��af 1 "7 ® y�4 �¢j� • I; . - ', �� �„ •.a M �� rf�,r • il ,,„mom,,, Itt• .70 • •9l'16:-`i'� e "44. +� ,.:,b r ' ! ♦tin.;. .erg'1,47 t. i - f.Je9,a . I4y'. • Air • \Itt -« I - •ili 47r_ • �u i' _ - aP� 9 t • .A� a rt a t:-ice„' •s i t a� @ ,,`- f f , 4,,•F 'n /�4,, "''', ill[, is 1,�. '�. ,.-. -� �.®!!_74 � d�. a __s p'Z p� a Y ,. 'ii$.s _1 -yam ! `■ '''I' �e ,z•`=v+'f '° *" J e 04 /"r ,: 1, P •In certain locations where the sidewalk depth permits.a double A healthy urban tree canopy can exist in places with tight setbacks t /v %-�- allee of trees can provide comfortable gathering space - - - eta ",�'�--""' > ` '" F a' '' Public heal,: 97 Public Realm • Streetscapes for People Tomorrow <1L `� e One of the biggest challenges in Downtown South Bend is A ���11 �� �r�G .�--'le the lack of a comfortable walking experience.Pavement . ij dominates the cityscape,and although many amenities are in ($( i a o •}WI �� F close proximity,they often feel distant due to the discomfort of V5 �►^ /' k�w' r ;�if. 'lee walking on Downtown streets. 'l i I J 4 • f I'��r y ?� ` a Prioritizing street trees,adding trees to urban pocket parks.and zN h'S 4. fps . 1 plantedparallelparking rr', I� ' . �i°D lift ;,,� y '�l,"'I jt�i r - creating bioswale bulb-outs in the arkin lane ai } /, would improve the pedestrian experience.These initiatives will " t 4 d c �► l I_ Ifs''_ / // /f/ 17 help green the streets,slow down traffic,and provide a buffer I y'Zill r1 iy t� `. / / IL__ for pedestrians,resulting in streetscapes designed for people _- I I ?41N.:•I•, I kI:. ,o-u6. ,!(1 `, _J! i211 rather thanjust cars. '' . -, • r • .3,� k Zi • Q _.41, �r% P Ewa 1,r - : ., (iv: -t.- .- ..------ LI:\\ ,14'' . V\flq Vir-il gg-v 7, ",a _tittif -,x r` How To:Embrace �.,; 4 .� ' , .-. Sustainable Practices r • '� r a ` _ •Follow best practices for r �., ■ 4 stormwater management to Y • {' , prevent run off into the St. ''' Joseph River. t •Incorporate bioswales into ''-- . , l ` ,dam street design and parklets. r' Todayrrr �!"' i •Protect and save large s' -- ` . 4 y • Y 1, a. existing street trees Looking north on Michigan Ave near the intersection with Monroe St,the i ' •Add permeable pavers to t-- streetscape is dominated by asphalt and concrete.creating an environment .1�, - parallel parking areas to for cars.not people. tw—.o ..a decrease runoff u' • _ t, �� '•_s." •Increase tree canopy in ,- __ Downtown to have 30%tree V. H� ,.�. coverage by 2050 - _ j' Wide sidewalks with outdoor dining regular street trees.and landscaping make this an enjoyable urban sidewalk. Public Realm 98 Public Realm • Streetscapes for People (h I// i; ( > Tomorrow V :illy / %/ , l Activating the ground floor of Downtown buildings invites Jpeople to walk and enjoy public streets,Small interventions at VQ i /' fthe street level can create a more engaging public realm.The t_ 6 k 1' ,■. It' I �% example to the right on Jefferson Boulevard illustrates how a f ,t 7 "i� j 1-; x / `'" few minor adjustments can transform a streetscape.The key a • N r ` Y .'-4" (I ' I f r strategies here include; j r '.: I ) ; 1 fl t, 1 j ail 4 • iiilii... 1� • �� • Adding canopies to provide shade and protection from �+( ,!'„r' I , r A El , , . I i / the elements for the pedestrian !r c*-f t- `( iii I ' J • H 1 tQ is { , — 3Y.,,Y t • Replacing dark tinted glass windows with larger 7'' ' I; , , D.. I II' .� ;I � -, ,_•. r 1 transparent glazing to see the activity in the building fi? - I i it Ay' 1 !/ff++ f �" Pa 9 9 Y 9 i ' �11 I �J 1 iQ11 lilf 4I Yf, • Utilizing movable planters to soften the streetscape - g o 44,I l , r , 410 �t where the building meets the sidewalk j( ) 1 A!i' ► (.y i F , ';,r j • A+ r ( , • Adding additional entrances where possible to increase - ltN� — (, f 14 Jr r � it 1 tl 4 I i$ 1 + � c i �. ` 'j activity '� i ' ;�y''I .,I i 7( ! I fq�_, N eQ i as • Including lighting on the building facade for safety and - '" k ` . ',I'll'.ll' ,' 1 �' •. / security at night. 1 �, •F ;Nr' t ,il� d,�i ' - 44 1 ' it 11 _ ��� �i0.WOTa `- - , r T'� f • -r i q � ,,� F __,— = I �— - - i Today ..-_ ,- i 0 - Looking west on Jefferson Boulevard,there is a generous pedestrian sidewalk and planting buffer,but the ground floor use of the building has opaque glass and does not engage with the pedestrian realm. Public Realm 99 Public Realm • Multi- Modal Connectivity Proposed Howard St Bike Route LINK TRAIL Connecting Downtown involves more than just accommodating — RIVERFRONT TRAILS - cars and pedestrians:it is also crucial to enhance connections — PROTECTED/OFF-STREET BIKE ROUTS LeepPark among various modes of transportation,including bikes. ON-STREET BIKE ROUTES scooters,buses,and trains. "'• PROPOSED BIKE ROUTES Y •••• PROPOSED TRAILS '—m� The City has significantly invested in the pedestrian and bicycle 0 5 network,including the new 1.5-mile Link Trail,connecting the L University of Notre Dame to Downtown.However,the network F Proposed Mario is still incomplete and has opportunities to grow.especiallyst Bike Route to the west.Completing these connections,tying them to the riverfront trails.and ensuring they connect to all the different uti ' o Proposedr Downtown districts will create a comprehensive system, '/ m F p Y d making it easier and more enjoyable for people to access and p _ - ` V o navigate Downtown. - - Proposed W Colfax St Bike Route -" _ /- - - a n - • H m ____ z c c m _ _ I Jefferson Blvd °- ' w_ _ -`; z L w Bike Route -rt - z / u. c Wayne St �`� -ot Bike Route F o�and The new D5-mile Link Trap connects the University of Notre ri p rk Dame to Downtown via a protected bikelane. II � ,h r R ! f Monroe St Bike Route ^- _ r' i • l _ • 9 ! . 1. T` ,f 1 c } ♦.•.. Oliver Trail Edt ii - ,apt • r h _ 1 F J , a a .. 24 0. o _ 4Sample St Bike Route a r t ._ —- '---,....-. .--...„„_,........___..,...._ 1 ---* Recently completed bike and pedestrian infrastructure increase the safety of trn_. Bike and trail networks and proposed future connections Recently updated bike and pedestrian infrastructure along Main intersection where Niles Avenue crosses Lasalle Avenue Street waiting to be tied into a more comprehensive system Public Realm • Multi- Mortal Connectivity '4 Tomorrow '`l .I Today the Amtrak trains are directed to a small concrete block f building on the western side of Downtown.It is surrounded by it I'�'� j, uninviting industrial uses.The City is pursuing rerouting the 1 .r I -` r ,4 iit. South Bend Amtrak stop from the remote corner of town to the J/11k - 1 f �� i; historic train station that sits at a key location adjacent to Four �✓/ `Q" d, ' ; I l Winds field at the corner of Lafayette Blvd and South Street. ! / U !�,.% / 11.1i v ,: IIP it t.),Jili yfi . ..''' ir I ,-: 0. ,,- ri : t,- ' —44--J\:1: j A4I 1 ! T lei _ . 1 ,/ ____- ,)b 9 .„ t:'1-, -,‘I 141.1..#11 i,3..e.„. ,ii iii 'fi Z, iv, ,. • ..„ _i._) ---, , is' di f 1D . . fr ''"1-S' / Ake - ,-,,,,../%.,,,9;PA,, -.i..4r-.V d,gr's•'.'" •-lif' f � / i t T � �� '� r� r lr io £i WM , l 7x r;54-0 gi, r.,,.))r of,. 07j! Today - ....r/ - �, �4 _-W f�� 1 Today.the histonc union station budding sits vacant and unused • - • -, fate-04,"-.ewe.... '"°-1.;;•-• ' f\ t t .,. r . oi .fir -• �� , The existing station today is located on West Washington Street.over Bringing Amtrak trains back to the historic train station would provide an additional mode of transit Downtown white 1.5 miles from Downtown also preserving and activating an important cultural landmark Public Faun tut Public Realm • Transit South Bend's public transit system,operated by Transpo,is a critical component of the regional transportation system, \ offering options for navigating the City without the use of a personal vehicle,The South Street Station,the central transfer - \.. .- station,is Located in the southern portion of Downtown.It is co-located with the Greyhound Bus Station and across the (o ., street from Union Station,which may serve as the future ® `., Amtrak station.However,the funding for the transit system is ° • limited and translates into long headways(low frequency)for most routes.Oftentimes.riding the bus takes much longer than driving.The University has a large population of potential riders r ° - W who might ride the bus Downtown if it were more convenient. ` l _ The City and Transpo should explore partnerships to fund an ..,° increase in the frequency on key routes to less than 15 minutes. _ allowing riders to confidently travel to and from Downtown • O N without planning ahead. `; a O \ m ce © f�T�[�l ~O, How To:Build Comfort- I \ able and Accessible Con- I 0 \ nections 14 •Refine bus transit to prioritize =`' _ o consistent,dependable - service ° •Prioritize frequently traveled _ - routes - 'r;# +2_ •Build comfortable,protected bus shelters •Encourage cycling and j ' micro-mobility - it •Promote walkability by making routes safer and 4 more comfortable a N i PubLic R00071 102 \I„ C." -. 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I '1 Built Form & Design MID BLOCK CONNECTIONS Standards RETAIL INCENTIVE ZONE 1 , RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT OVERLAY k` \` ill HISTORIC&EXISTING FOCAL POINTS ._ �' A Regulating plan to guide future Il FUTURE FOCAL POINTS �aPe �e development in Downtown f yo� in tt,dr ItiiSr As South Bend continues to evolve.it is crucial to guide the i____, . ®a St built environment and ensure that new developments have a positive impact on the public realm.These design standards `. offer guidance on best practices for Downtown. - a Lasalle Ave • Retail Incentive Zone • Retail uses along Michigan Street should be incentivized ■ ; in these locations to create an active retail destination r Colfax Ave 1 0 Ln Downtown O I 1 1_ '� r a Washington St.__� o. Residential District Overlay _ I ,, �' .1 i a i ,� a o • Allow smaller lot sizes within this zone to encourage a ~� m 2 _' • m l — Jefferson Blvd a variety of housing types downtown v y 1 �yA • I r ,, • Provide flexibility on front yard setbacks to allow for a �`� „ile st . variety of street frontage conditions for residential units — L n i '- Western AvB t' %� Mid-Block Connections _If .... f . • Important connections through the middle of blocks should I v ■ r j I j f be enhanced to improve the wanderability of downtown 1 11M°nr°e St 1 - - • Existing alleyways should be preserved and designated _ lr for use as a pedestrian way,access for back-of-house 1 NE operations,or a combination of both. Focal Points liMililliliQ 1111.11 t El • Preserve important views to enhance place-making I �9 m opportunities v • Loading docks,trash enclosures and parking access should J E be located away from significant corners and views. Sample St . . _ . • . - Built Form 8 Design Standards 504 Retail Frontage CREATING AN ACTIVE, ENGAGING I ''•p \ ` 11 RETAIL ENVIRONMENT l '1 • cr. - l The streetscape offers an excellent opportunity for activation. a .1 , r /,.i', I . i 1 ` •" � } p The area immediately adjacent to the building face can beS' ', configured in a variety of ways depending on the uses inside /`17411k, 1 ' the building.For retail and mixed use buildings,seating. ; a x dining,and street furniture can be used to engage shoppers i d ' : (( T. :,- by extending the retail experience into the outdoors.Street I, _ _ •• t u, furniture also includes bike infrastructure,such as bike racks J"��r , .L.- lr ,,,and repair stations. ir;_+rlU J .�+, /, ,, . Isi. i' triT. .Retail frontage guidelines c - '' - R' �. I __f. -0 • In areas with retail on the ground floor,hardscape can �' '• , - 1 '$` �- _ accommodate benches,bike infrastructure,seating. ' Sidewalk seating additional planting.diverse me of store signage.awnings.and portable Diverse sidewalk Frontage with plantings.bike racks,potted plants.movable sidewalk signage,and merchandise displays.Movable pots or heaters make the sidewalk a lively and inviting place year-round seating inviting storefronts,appropriately sized signage.and special paving planters provide versatile landscaping that can be relocated .. P er. as needed. �. ste'' J • In areas with ground-floor restaurants,design outdoor dining as private seating for retail tenants,ensuring clear f T Ivoill �• ii1. access to buildings and visibility to open spaces.The dining ti * ' .r-;..: area can include tables,seating,umbrellas,and movable I - pots,and planters. `i d -I 11r " • In curbless environments,bollards can separate pedestrians I "1 '• Ilit fi. . ; . • from vehicles.Consider other creative solutions such as r� .r�� ! _ • 1 :rs` '' k' ' {� ,I planter pots,seat walls,and curbed planting beds along I! �• ii l ` with other vehicular deterrents in curbless environments. ' ,'�� �" �'- ; -WO/ - • Seasonal displays.pop-ups.and furnishings are r ,a W - - r _,-. - encouraged to promote activity throughout the year. • »i 4 �?. PA - - �. • Sidewalk seating,planters,signage and awnings,and portable heaters make the sidewalk a lively and inviting N. c ...liew_. : ' t place year-round String lights.movable planters,and high quality paving materials make an attractive retail Clothing and goods displayed outside of retail stores attract shoppers and contribute to the frontage,Wide.operable restaurant windows bring energy out to the sidewalk and make a streetscape more inviting public environment. Built Form d Design Standards sus Retail Frontage } SIDEWALK ZONES FOR AN ACTIVE , 11 '4. , I N� ' RETAIL FRONTAGE f ' )1l I, I- iki µ The sidewalks in front of downtown retail can be broken `� �� f into three parts:the marketing zone.the clear zone,and i �II �� i the landscape zone.The marketing zone offers space for •- - 1 - t retailers to display signage or merchandise or for restaurants g, 6\ii • iik ....- to locate outdoor seating.The clear zone must remain clear \ 4k, 1 of any furniture or advertisements to allow for a clear flow of `� I. I y'• I1 - pedestrian traffic.The landscape zone protects the pedestrian ,'' from the street and moving traffic.Grated trees,landscaping. IS L. J _, bioswales,and bike racks are appropriate in the landscape o �it zone. ( t t�ti .�) 1. i� q� r :- Essential elements for a successful retail frontage ��; .1 't • a y o 0 Canopies or awnings to provide shade and protection fromy ��' �* i a . the elements r iIlb I { ,4, ry IS „ I,II I• i a- Lo 0 Transparent glazing to allow visual connection into the r.=� ' fi 1t z ground floor spacesI -;. m lit � z ©Tasteful and appropriately sized signage -__,. .. ' '� ,.04:F, i A Seating for outdoor dining(Can be located in the Marketing .: s'-Mr�, �� r ' zone or landscape zone) _ - s �:II) 1 Ih flit; i '.x; i 0 Benches for seating if 0 i1 I 0 Street trees(Can be grated or in planter beds) 9 ,I fA, i 104 F� - .�d Individual storefront identity to break up the scale of the '' - ; • , Q 0 �A Q ,.j•!I: ,; r�`�`i 0 `l • '� -- I r - -1. f 7 pedestrian experience a 4 >r y r I Movable planters F• - -` '� � x ",MIL illillEINII � r\ . Zone Lieu,Zane Landscape landscaping Zone -- Marketing - Movable&outdoor Remain Clear for Tree Pits,landscaping ='I I�!u furniture for retail uses pedestrians and public furniture ' UCLWNTO JVN OL IUTI I FIEND-a4A PLAN I SNUTH SENT'INUTANA MAE,II,T.(-; Built Form&Design Standar,i Residential Frontage ATTRACTING PEOPLE DOWNTOWN rye i ItluivluUu- TO LIVE REQUIRES THOUGHTFUL ` I, ' 7 :` -i \ ' PLANNING FOR RESIDENTIAL UNITS N. F ©° Two types of residential entries can be found in Downtown: T i. 41 multi-unit building entries and individual unit entries.Building R "`f.. `� entries for multi unit buildings should direct residents and _ visitors to entrances through the use of canopies,signage,and x A . ; y < transparent glazing.Individual unit entries should be separated `.' .+i at +.t ` from the street using a change in grade,screen walls,and C ,, I • "I �� plantings to create a sense of privacy in a busy urban district. i `' ", • # e °� Residential Design Guidelines i �` '+ - ° 0 Design primary residential building entries so that they are Y easily recognizable and accessible e, - •iy ©Minimize door swings opening directly onto sidewalk areas. t - • The ground floor of apartments can have individual unitRecess entries where possible to create more space to f►.Yi I entries that activate a downtown street accommodate door swings ti ©Consider overhangs,canopies,and awnings above _7.771 r li,'; t entrances to protect pedestrians ' ''•.w. , I. 412711. 11114 ©Create a sense of privacy for individual unit entries by n.f-- t elevating the ground floor above the sidewalk,using steps, ,,' - `'' low walls,plantings,or other elements -- "'= . 4 - r + [f if. r--r r r p r ii 0 Consider porches or stoops for individual unit entries(see a,. . t_4 , , • It �I following pages for more details on the types of individual 1 ;,fi, - r unit entries) w ' its „9 -''� Urban townhouses provide another housing option with Marketing Zone Clear Zone Landscape Zone individual entries to multi-level units Landscaping&t Remain Clear for Tree Pits, boundary walls to pedestrians landscaping or screen bioswales In this Built Form&Design Standards to7 residential units location Residential Frontage • Apartment N ..„ l SIDEWALK ZONES WITH NARROW zit Rai "' „*;r � i I , RESIDENTIAL FRONT SETBACK -ti �'` _ `'. , For residential frontage,the area between the building and the .S• ,\,;. �, t. .; curb falls into three zones:the terrace zone,the clear zone,and1,�� tee- the landscape zone.The terrace zone belongs to individual ground-floor residential units.Within this zone,plantings,low ( l _ , r . walls,stoops,steps,and terraces are associated with the [:.- r: y ,, - •— \`� individual units.The clear zone must remain clear to allow for •:, Y , a -,; a i',1"- { a free flow of pedestrian traffic.Plantings and greenery in the ts,, ,~ �, -e "i t17 landscape zone help to soften the residential address and t -k .. ki * ' provide a buffer to the street. ` ra Nt V Essential elements for a successful residential `'` * • �' --- W frontage IN.' .._`.S,.. >. ;i = o 0 Recessed entry to allow for semi-private terrace •T+''} i4,. - Orr N 0 Plantings to screen ground floor units Y ,. o 0 Street trees(Can be grated or in planter beds) =! - r''' ,(1'"' Zl i ; ; © Individual unit entry canopies to provide shade and - ., � t protection from the elements r �® F�.'' ,:;_.,:; 0 Grade separation to create privacy for the ground floor i > occupants - i r tr ae Vg 9 IMMEMIIIK Terrace Zone Clear Zone Landscape Zone Landscaping 8,Low Remain Clear for Tree Pits. - Q walls to screen pedestrians landscaping or residential units bioswales in this _- ��• ' location :wtir-,A,r4•.;,o,,in r, ., Ar. i _nji 0,'I,' iPA'.F,.: r,i-JGr ii• Built For in&Design Standards to8 ya/ Residential Frontage • Townhouse ,.. - r 4 r i„ c.. 1§SIDEWALK ZONES WITH A DEEPER J 'iN (- s li RESIDENTIAL FRONT SETBACK }> Moving away from Downtown,toward the neighborhood,high -., density townhomes and duplexes with slightly more generous t front yard setbacks provide an additional housing type for II t , _ =''AL ; " downtown.This frontage type is similar to that of the multi- :, ._ ,� ' \ y family ground floor residential units.but has a slightly larger .41* terrace zone and can potentially have more plantings and less , , • paving in the landscape zone.This frontage type is ideally P 9 P 9 YP i a r. • - located at the edges of Downtown adjacent to surrounding !� i • • %U.. neighborhood fabric.A sense of privacy for individual unit entries is created using steps,low walls.plantings.or other �� " elements. II Important elements for a successful residential � frontage l � ' I y 0 Recessed entry to allow for semi-private terrace I I �I I 111.1. ° E., 0 Plantings to screen ground floor units l�:_ — ©Street trees-in planter beds or fully planted 1_ ' '`-1 +I 0 landscape zone ' '° ky alrl����a O Individual unit entry canopies to provide shade and , - 4--- , .; -.,r.,':. ' ' 1•.:..ri ..s... ;. , . protection from the elements ©Steps to separate unit from the public pedestrian realm k 1 �t- i. _ Fences or walls with gates to separate the public from the ,' `r'f , semi-private realm 1� 1 t A I ' ; 1,-."0`si 1 L. r w ... . ,- • , ..' . " MI=MMIliL ANEW Terrace Lone Le Lon., ; �'•f Landscaping&Low watts to Remain aClearr L.�no tor Tree Pits landscaping r screen residential units pedestrians or bioswales in this "A location 1 Built Form&Design Standards toy Street Frontage with Grade Change MANAGING SLOPING SITES TO ALLOW FOR A COMFORTABLE PUBLIC REALM In a Downtown setting,where many buildings have zero ,,., j�,r.•. r^ , lot setbacks,it can be challenging to resolve long building _ '> > ._ facades and ground floor access without having a adverse It % 1 ■i' lj affect on the sidewalk and public realm.To encourage a i T - positive outcome on a site with grade change,it is important to: I l i { fT II. I �` - . floor' ::J M .:' TaimFll000r rto • Carefully understand the site grading during the early 'm__- . , . conceptual phases of design. _ ..' ' Ill 1 ' II f(I I i �► l ia. bma corner building entry • Work with the grade rather than against it.Use terraces to - ' -' help create useable space and mediate grade changes.. • Carefully consider loading and parking entry locations. _- LI s • Consider resolving the grade inside the first floor of the a building with ramps and stairs.Allow for taller volumes in z public spaces on the ground floor. o • Recess front entries to mitigate running slope grade `- to - challenges for ADA accessibility. 0 What to avoid:resolving grade change by splitting sidewalk to the detriment of the public realm ,`\ p 0,. ir �' ` ramps and stairs in in tenor lobby•- ,,, space to resolve change mrgrade.& Utilize 1 c entry oirg I Iti 3 ;' 1 , ' .'`` _ _ . _ - -- Exterior entrance remains lush with - _ .' - _ sidewalk -, - •, Built Form&Design Standards no Significant Focal Points I HISTORIC&EXISTING FOCAL POINTS t ' C FUTURE FOCAL POINTS t t `\ t WHERE THE IMPORTANT MOMENTS t ARE IN DOWNTOWN TODAY As the City grows and changes.it is important to preserve the me sa,.,. ,`\ �c°P� recognizable corners and views that are iconic in downtown. i i `, yo�s This diagram highlights prominent existing buildings and their P:.: T^ "`",', ..!.. existing view corridors.as well as important key focal points to <",coy ix,,, consider in future developments. Ywest Marlon St ■ v e i i +++��� . 7 •JIli It i•. ra nillLasalle Ave - r rir , • t l i _ II I iia6NX, i 1 ax Ave t t Washington St•__i .. _ ,fin 1 E J di 0l'" i 3 .. Ill ..II ' x ., _-_ f fa 'C.Jefferson Blvd M < ,' IRS iG�i. Wur St \ mr i p , — C I _, /�,� Western Ave * ,s` / , '�° of S t NI • Monroe St r al a' Y CO N x c The AU American Bank Building sits at a prominent location at the wu ner of Michigan and s Washington Street Sample St Built Form&Design Standards its Significant Focal Points HOW TO KEEP ICONIC MOMENTS ® DOWNTOWN AND CREATE NEW ONES -1 G ; - t L-na1L n.r.. Historic&Existing Focal Points: Gwen • • Step and angle new buildings back from the street edge to Stover Park create sight lines to existing historic architectural resources n h rii • Restore and preserve existing buildings at focal point m locations E 2 Jon Hunt Z Plaza Future Focal Points: • Utilize higher quality building materials,attractive E Colfax Ave • proportions,and creative massing to make character i _+ defining public spaces - tAJ 4 The view-shed map showing the LaSalle Building and Morris - =r. 0 An • Locate front doors at these key locations Performing Arts Center important facades The northwestern a- r a vi corner of the intersection of LaSalle Ave and Michigan Street wilt - • Create an engaging ground floor environment be an important corner for future development in that Location. \ N \;1- v. • Avoid placing loading,parking and other back-of-house Z Q uses within direct view of these significant downtown moments -- • Rant and landscape appropriately to provide clear sight ' lines at the most prominent locations st. Patrick's , Church W Wayne St Proposed Development O N Western Ave i' INN =i „ The view-shed map of the area of St.Patrick's Church showing the Setting development back from the edge of the sidewalk and inserting a new linear green along Wayne Street creates proposed development set back to preserve the view of the church a long view of the historically significant St.Patrick's Church along Wayne Street Built Form&Design Standards 112 Alley & Mid-block Connections ACTIVATION OPPORTUNITY , Attr,li'.. or, ;�; fir' �' �� . .... . _�" el Alleys and pedestrian mid-block connections are useful tools „�t :,, ,. ; =of f for enhancing the wanderability of the City.When possible,try "'"'_' A , . to preserve alleys that provide useful routes for pedestrians . , ; . and make them fee safe and comfortable by using plantings, !' ; (!� - �( ' 4 ,r y�x murals,lights,fixtures and special paving materials. . . { LI ? Add windows and balconies to buildings with sides along alleys ..4 1 •.._r _ — i •'' 'r ". r' ' to add life and eyes on the public realm.Townhouses and �` _ ti townhouse-like frontage could face alleys to create mews and —, - I 2y . pedestrian oriented,mid-block conditions.New larger mixed- _ r a :e. , y use developments can bridge these connections.but preserve 7 the pedestrian connectivity at the street level. -• New construction can preserve access to air and light while preserving mid-block Townhouses facing a pedestrian mews with entry stoops and landscape beds create a connections.Water features,landscaping,string tights and a restaurant activate this space desirable address for these for-sate townhouses in New York City :� i lE 1. - M', 11_ api, �,;;, '4414, hft '.t it. t b? � I . _ i--0, : i -7---I ,t • .f - !�nii r r Restaurant seating.and connections to Important buildings Plantings.seating.well designed fixtures.attractive signage. High quality paving materials delineate between the vehicle turned this alleyway into a pedestrian only connection and high quality paving materials make this alley a place tone and the pedestrian zones.Newer buildings have Mixed-use alley with high quality paving.well lit retail storefronts,seating.and art people feel comfortable gathering windows.awnings.and entrances fronting the alley built fu In',6 DvJri 5t.. ,f.i<1s 11,, Screening & Locating Parking & Loading PARKING, UTILITY & LOADING SCREENING ON-STREET LOADING In an active,mixed-use district,parking,utilities,trash,and On-street Loading may be provided in locations with loading will be necessary features.Dumpsters,compactors, neighborhoods serving retail.mixed-use buildings,or ganged meter service areas,and ground-mounted mechanical at r I" [ ;,• apartment buildings.Such areas should be designated in each equipment areas such as condenser units for air conditioning / !.., - project site plan. must be screened from public view. i 1 , i ' ,� k N ', l Utility Screening Guidelines/Screening Methods _ II • Landscaping may be used for screening if the appropriate j height and density of the plantings are present. . 11 ,l • „' 4 - "` 1II1, 1N) i ,_y • Architectural walls with gates can be utilized to screen the .ai i utilities adequately. I' • r :. i,w. 0 • Wood,composite,or metal fencing can be used.assuming . fencing is tall enough to screen the utilities adequately. — • Interior locations can be utilized.including parking garages In this example the utilities and mechanical equipment are placed In the sidewalk impeding .. - o the flow of pedestrians.reducing walkablUty.and creating an unsightly view.This Is not I I i f and interior trash rooms.Additional screening inside parking allowed.All utilities and mechanical equipment must be screened from the public domain �'� ' a garages may be added as appropriate. �- �� i• a +• - Etc: k.,,4 4l a€ rA ,INIII! �y "s f z. -ue _ 'ritV...... -. - In this example the utilities and mechanical equipment are located within the building parking entrances and loading docks should use the same materials as the main building to but still accessible from the street.The screening fencing and gate aligns with the create a uniform architectural look.If possible,the building massing should ensure that they An example of dumpster screening utilizing high quality materials that add instead of building helping to create a consistent sidewalk and successfully masking the mechanical are slightly recessed from the main pedestrian path of travel. detract from the public realm. equipment. ` - ''' .. •. - -. -... Buell Form&Design Standards iia Zoning & Building Types IMIMMEMIll U3 Urban Neighborhood 3 y OVERVIEW FUTURE ZONING MAPIfit de"% Iii.. � • `" The built form of Downtown is guided by the South Bend ,.4 r A .y Kr • w~ ` •y '~ Zoning Ordinance,including its zoning map.The Ordinance is - -.,, •„. • - 9 a,•, nrr.• a local law that governs the physical development of property. I' ' _ ' " `` r' '� �� both the form and scale of buildings and the specific use of land. 1' -. +' ` ` x` '�`' I The future zoning map within this section proposes how ` I ' each lot within Downtown should be zoned following I � .' adoption of this plan. va R I ' .. ((.$1 .(7-s' / / Combined with the regulations found within the South Bend '' I' 1 \ '', ''rl 1,�� Zoning Ordinance,the aim of the future zoning map is to •` /A IM I"` t �!r� ;r f maintain and enhance Downtown's pedestrian-oriented, 'a 11n I I ' 1111 "� _ a R r i ^t' • h,; r urban environment.Automobile-focused development is ■ . d e N 1 ha 0 discouraged.Parking areas should be hidden from view from 1�=_t••• -A v j' \ b 9 11,1ME, .. l _� rr streets when possible,and access should be carefully planned "®� ..i to minim¢e the potential for vehicle-pedestrian conflicts. "" �. \ t �i \ a Intent Drive-throughs are discouraged,and if they are present they _ \ - • 1 The Us Urban Neighborhood 1 District The U3 Urban Neighborhood 3 District should be designed not to be visible from the street.Billboards . should not be located downtown;existing ones should be supports mostly single-unit detached supports a full range of housing types. phased out .- �,- ,_ dwellings,but well designed duplexes would from single-unit dwellings to large multi- phased - "'3 `%_ also be appropriate.The U1 District features unit buildings,placed at small setbacks. As properties are developed or reused,nonconforming ' q """ modest building setbacks and inviting Buildings in the U3 District may be built up conditions should be brought into conformance with the I BB 1 t frontages.such as porches and stoops to four stories in height. proposed zoning district shown,including landscaping. I , parking,lighting,signage,and building standards. _ I Where It Is Appropriate This plan seeks to allow a greater quantity and diversity in KEY The Us District is well suited for the residential The U3 District is appropriate for scattered housing units;doing so will permit people to find housing within areas in and adjacent to the River Bend and areas on the fringe of Downtown,including CI URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD 1 downtown that meets their price and lifestyle needs. ®URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD 3 North St Joseph Street Local Historic areas where it provides a transition to The South Bend Zoning Map divides the City into twelve zoning MI URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD FLEX Districts.The plan would support rezoning lower-density neighborhoods. districts.Seven of these districts-Ul,U3,UF,NC.DT,OS, ®NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER properties within the Us District to the Us and I-are proposed for Downtown.While their use may be MI DOWNTOWN District for projects that augment the historic appropriate,the U2 and U districts are not currently proposed i:::i INDUSTRIAL neighborhood character. for Downtown.The Si,S2,and C districts should not be used ®OPEN SPACE Downtown because of their suburban nature. u DOWNTOWN BOUNDARY Bum Form&Dusign Standaidi 1l5 OFUrban Neighborhood Flex 1 NC Neighborhood Center DT Downtown I Industrial Os' Open Space -ws - - 74P- w Iii .....0 o. 1, •..).- - ,... ./„. . l ,,,:1,. ':''' / if tt 3,: lito111 11 1111 irA ..< trr 1r ,;- •`1� ,l l.11111'trl ii'/i11/1 r 1` j` / _. rrt++ .i ��1j 1110011 1111/11°I 1 �I\ 1 ,I `C 9A la 1,,....4 ill...10 y' �{. � i c n• K a Intent ? The UF Urban Flex District supports a full The NC Neighborhood Center District supports The DT Downtown District supports the The I Industrial District supports medium- The OS Open Space District supports the z z range of housing types,together with limited higher intensity,mixed-use urban centers, development of South Bend's core into a high- to high-intensity industrial uses,typically development of public parks and other open m 22 small-scale commercial uses.Buildings often near the intersection of major streets intensity,mixed use urban area. - grouped along highways and major streets spaces. typically have small setbacks and are two to Buildings usually have small or no setbacks and separated from residential uses.Heavy four stories. and can be up to four stories industry,gas stations,and vehicle sales and service uses are discouraged on properties zoned I District within the Downtown planning Where It Is Appropriate The NC District is well suited for blocks area. immediately outside the Downtown core. The UF District is proposed for areas outside including along William Street and along The DT District is appropriate for the I The I District is proposed for the southwest The OS District is appropriate for publicly the Downtown core.including the west side of Michigan Street near the Monroe Park Downtown core.including areas on both sides + corner of the Downtown planning area.south owned park spaces.including deeper,Gwen St.Joseph Street and along Taylor Street neighborhood.As necessary.properties 1 of the St.Joseph River. of the railroad tracks. Sliver.Pier,Plaza,and Seitz Parks and Jon Hunt Properties zoned U3 District may be within the Renaissance District may be 1 Plaza.and any new or expanded public parks rezoned to the UF District to permit small- rezoned to the NC District to support mixed- in Downtown. scale commercial and institutional uses use projects including a manufacturing complementary to their context. component Properties zoned U3 District r may be rezoned to the NC District to permit small-scale commercial and institutional uses complementary to their context. .t rn:.:W i„ u., r._. rn•,n, Built Form 8 Design Standards 116 BuiLding Types The table on the following pages illustrates the character of different Mid-Rise / Tower Sho• Stacked Flats A•artment House building types and shows in which zoning districts they are permitted.Building types W 0 0 0 1, ` (DID CD do not apply to the OS or I zoning districts. p i_ ''' ui ❑` z t, r ‘ . 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In; \3/4 ,.", .,. -1. 1 ' ( o 1 . 1 \I. . c="4:74117:1--- . cA '1:-.1i'tall -..•7' ...igunm'l:' -** '": Ali'p_...i g i- 4111 II .. 111iik.-41Nu"*"--- - r �W....r-- lam+ q.. - 7.- �.... . i' sk- 11, . . f 4 ' 111_ _ ,,i-.0,4 CI, �. • 144 in , Z: i\ 14 .r.1 ,ji‘o +F -r I) 4) ' '1 1 CI. ! t ,..., --.....,. 1 --- t \.21/4„ trii ti H i sto r i c Preservation t SOUTH BEND HISTORIC RESOURCES I ```� What remains needs to be preserved and t reinvigorated to make Downtown a more welcoming place for living and working. . hosa WHY HISTORIC PRESERVATION? cr ceyWa y West ,. —1 Marton St Historic preservation provides an opportunity to breathe new life into the heart of Downtown and reactivate South Bend's historic buildings.Historic ,,,,,, w- ,.,'J li properties tell the story of South Bend's development.from its industrial ;� 1 W l 11 roots to its evolving urban landscape.The revitalization of these properties !L... contributes to both cultural vibrancy and economic sustainability.Small ,r. Lasat a Ave businesses have been shown to favor and thrive in historic buildings,and _; !i ' ���- Colfax Ave "' v well-maintained historic architecture is linked to increases in property values. , foot traffic,and greater community engagement.Successful rehabilitation of oi d m in F, a ty , cW a historic buildings often spurs additional investment nearby.In the context Wasevrgton St v ° m ; s • of renewed interest in urban living.historic architecture also serves as a N ffi,-3 e E f . ; o desirable draw and feature of walkable downtowns. Di 4—i . x, . ..» e - 's Jefferson Blvd - a • f \ i- -, :EA_,,1 Wayne Sr .,., ' o \\\ 6,4 ryyr \ V e!r5 r t{ i' t1 + Western Ave \� I1� , i.Ff <S5 r,,�y,z,:,, , :.ads Monroe Si Vr, 1: ) 1. '. ' ' i 61 1 I N .�.. ,�_' to Y S• r , to .F 0 Na,w'i: • • l - �' ..-wow f.- _, u1 ......a ` , i ,T is, C 4 al ri wit, / J Sample St Hi.t1,,,C Pre.,,,1,,t,on 12u Preservation Principles for Downtown These are four key guidelines for the restoration,reuse.and renovation of historic properties in Downtown.The level of 1.Bring active uses to historic structures 2. Preserve original building materials and repair intervention necessary on each property varies,but these ,r,v • damaged facades guidelines are applicable to all historic structures,not just the �.*� pi, ;�r�r' 6y, ,.„specific buildings included in this section. _ , 1 !_ks 4�•` ' i M It• For additional guidance on best practices see the South Bend -,_ �,. + wa , j I �' T Historic Preservation Standards.It is a series of guidelines --.._ Idr' �t fl , '"�, and best practices about the treatment of historic properties, - y ;* , .,1j ti building materials,alterations to existing structures and ^w ;$.1 e r t • 4 _ proposed new structures. + •_ `y �e� 1— f fr P _1'4 141 ' ' „Au, II iii- _ .. '-__ r ''. '-°.**-..-, iiii >i - ' 7 m i 3.Engage the public realm with active uses, 4.When adding to historic buildings,be transparent glazing,and improved signage and sensitive to the historic structure and be mindful lighting at the street of setbacks,massing,character,and materiality h I,I�‘N III, i ���.` l) . i t ItY , l,111 i, =. . V 444 e. ,,X d • # ► • / Ail �1 Historic Preservation 121 . - Historic Preservation j --�-w^...�:3�_�� .;�` INDIANA LANDMARKS HISTORIC 1 VISIONING PROPERTIES 1 �` INDIANA LANDMARKS SOUTH BEND HISTORIC . \\ • HISTORIC VISIONING PROPERTIES RESOURCES •.;�.. This section highlights and creates a vision for eleven properties that are % 061# important,at risk,landmarks.Additional downtown historic resources are m ,\ � o�`r0e included on the map. rL.K.,., O 212-216 S Michigan Street 0 316 W Jefferson Boulevard cam` if Wa Y tveMichigan [r sf Marion St -/ • A 215-217 S Lafayette Boulevard 0 740 SStreet i____. ii ® 219-225 S Lafayette Boulevard 0 425 S Michigan Street i o,,,,,.. li. J tt ® 228 S Michigan Street ® 112 W Colfax Avenue rb_ 1 1i Lasalle Ave- ;__+ _ ,,,,,, • 235 S Michigan Street m 435 S Michigan Street yI. N N ® 229 S Michigan Street �' - . g g a `� Colfax Ave t „y_ u rn 6' c '� a m i E Y _ 1 z Washington St --ag ''S- m � i -r" 2 g o f 4 Y i Na • 2 ! I E i f ..�we.-.• Z Jefferson etvd a V 0--_ .__0 ? .0 , , Jayne St `, , �I I Western Ave ,`, - is— -__-____ . . ,Fi.. . .-._. , , . 41; •• 1 ti .."S, ) I I . r , J I Sample St Historic Properties 1. STATE THEATER - - 212-216 S Michigan Street a • ;f �.- r -:.:The National Register-listed State Theater("Blackstone _����_`� :J,, _: � Fet..,..Theater")was completed in 1g21 and was designed by Henry L u i' '7 ,.; .----*---._:• ,^;.Newhouse,known for theaters in the Chicago area.The State "' ''� a;�Theater ceased operations as a theater in 1977 and again in * J " �� &� ®_ 1996,after a three-year attempt to reopen.The theater has ,• tt. _been vacant since 2016.The South Bend Redevelopment r ,: r l E Commission holds a facade easement on the west-facing. �{°' f' main facade. ' hi r. r5 THEATRE,.,.ram___ —----- Ahead of its time,the State Theater remains an icon .•.,,'.�\\\ r% << • in the heart of Downtown. d, As one of two Vaudeville era theaters left in South Bend, Onginal building facade above on right side of photo circa taXX reactivation of this buildingwouldgive new energyto the illi ,. a, „ South Michigan corridor and retail heart of the City.The �� _` r \ �y Classical revival style theater retains it's original facade • &,,,- _ complete with multistory terra cotta columns,urns,and heavy �s entablature.The later-added marquee has become a defining - feature of the street. s - � • p `� • Ground floor retail/commercial space would establish the ` essential street-facing retail spaces on the zoo block of 7 ,y South Michigan ., ", il ::r-. : • Marquee could be used creatively,not only as business •- advertisement,but for community engagement,art and o�� • public encouragement O' )` • The theater portion of the building could be reactivated to `.' •fill a gap in medium sized venues(seating 800-i000) `~/" i I ! !# 1� Al, • Office spaces on the second floor can support the __ - ssE •+-- operations of a theater or be adapted for local business ,rz, `' - spaces -- "" -_- Onginal building facade above on right side of photo circa tgXX Historic Preservation 123 • t. . -------ommir-----* El El Ell __EL___ MI. • , J . _ . ._1 I JJ. - .:.' . , .14.., . .,,,.. to, ' - 7---41-T, : I I I I ll I I I 1 i :. •''''„., , ? 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' 7....ikee) (1\( ....._,___ .: .... \ I I 11111 IIIII dmillililL Historic Preservation 124 2. 215-217 S LAFAYETTE BOULEVARD • Built around igv,this building housed the Cadillac Motor Sales '' Company and garage.Over the next half century.various auto • Y,{ dealers and one boat dealer occupied the building.In the late iggos,Herrman&Goetz purchased the building and covered the original facade.Today the building sits vacant. —• - , - Historically,this site was a mixed use site featuring a Restore Terra cotta cornice, sales floor,service garage and general office space. inlays and belt bands • • Reuse would provide multiple retail or commercial spaces • Potential for residential units or on-site small scale Remove metal facade CLean and point original brick manufacturing on the second floor or rear of ground floor - li mil . ,r- .-...r..,�. _. .. _ R"i''t� What's Underneath? - I - le - •Original brick construction �:' - . el iii with patterns and recessed _ __ areas that create interest and - depth •Decorative terracotta inlays. cornice and window trim .� further enhance the facade ` t l l - . l t t - •Originalo — "°t ;� t n � openings window enin s maximize the natural light and balance the overall t' facade r - ' a . ,'1: .t r t 'Sr, F` _ Transparent windows with Street trees and other plantings moved into —• activity on the interior curb bump-outs to clear the walking path Historic Preservation 125 3. 219-225 S LAFAYETTE BOULEVARD a. Built around 1927,the building was occupied by the Richard ' . R.Kuehn Company auto dealer,one of many auto dealerships that would reside in this building.In ig32,the building was briefly used as a temporary post office while the new post office and federal building was being constructed. R 1` R Historically,this was a mixed use site featuring a sales floor,service garage and general office space. Bring back operable Enlarge second floor windows to windows original size • Introduce residential units on the second floor or possible use of the second floor as gallery or artists'spaces -� W .�. a •s� - .., -ten,._ . ------_ , q • Create a ground floor retail environment with large a ` ° a '° a - e " II I I • itit • a ii I a a • I $ $ I I + I • o at storefronts and updated signage to engage with the pedestrian environment 7771 .r i 1. i 6 0 • a 'IL ill i 1 /^ �i 111.001NO-a-il Eli • NNE ,,, f, 0 rE : , TAii i ,ate ..11.....1' Alter ground level store fronts / Slightly altered original building facade circa 198o 4. 228 S MICHIGAN STREET Clean and point original brick Built in 1926 after a fire destroyed the previous building, Greenblatt's Fur Shop occupied the building,and used the first floor as a showroom and the upper floors as manufacturing space.In 1987,parts of the facade were restored and a falser_ Reconstruct cornice to metal front that was added in 1949 was removed. - appropriate proportions 0—.a Historically,the goods sold here were manufactured (, ..- on site. — • Reintroduce small scale manufacturing on site with sales ;. . r, Y and showroom up front on the ground floor ' • Potential to add upper floor residential units s - :_ F Q rLp,� :a if l ij .° ,_ Restore original - - . a's bronze windows SW j , ._ - 41 , in- --rt L r - - _ . ! 111.4.. , i , ,...._.., .. . BOUTIQUE STORE _ . , - - -.,. r 4,- ice— L♦ ism -- rn1pc�. Ili A 2-store front wide single business on the main level Original building facade seen at the far right of the photo Circa late igzos. Historic Preservation 1.r 5. 235 S MICHIGAN STREET _ The current building dates to igzq,when the previous 18gos � �, � • building was extended and renovated.After the alteration,the _ ;---- s building featured store space along both West Wayne and i I' South Michigan Streets and office spaces on the upper floors.The first floor was converted to restaurant space in the lg8os. QI�I�(fig ii Ott in "lryr �,.� Storefronts drew foot traffic from both W.Wayne and f pl{<A ■ n °" S.Michigan streets. (IIIII n!u 111 _ . ',- _ "►ei. '**�' • Introduce residential or office units on the second,third ' li ,: 1 and forth floors and possible use of the roof as an amenity �s , "- s: space '- • Create varied ground floor storefronts that engage the . • a' . - Remove sun room additions pedestrian walking from W Wayne Street or along the •� o Michigan Street Retail Core from south facade _ "a Original building facade above on right side of photo circa 1gz0S • The Wayne street facade offers opportunity for multiple Restore cast iron cornice retail and commercial configurations o z a m • '4tlLLtiNtb�bVlF V lb Ktltbr QA nirwna t.1,tl�LL'LM1, 4,71.'V V V 4^.l'J U.44-t,44,44 nlV4V.444 uV-11.4 , ,14, ,0 , ',J.t J J J J 4 J J J.]3 J.]J J.1 j :, ■ ■ • ■ ■ ■ ■ • • f• • • • • i• i• • ■ i• ■. .. ■ ■ ■ ■ uu ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ • ■ ■ • • ■ ■ ■ MEMO ■ ■ ■ • u III III ■ ■ ■ ■ Ell • • • u i• ■ ■ ■ ■ IP • • ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ • ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ • • ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1P ON ■ ■ ■ • • • O • ■ ■ ■ s III m ■ us ■ ■ mu mu • • ■ • • • • N ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ II iII ii ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ II 11 11 11 ■ U ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ NI III II ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1i II 1 ! amom mei!■in OM OM -M MI MI M rr MI i1OM OM UM ■M UM MN V NMI■ fp. MUM 1:1-1:1 Remove paint clean and point original brick Reintroduce storefront to west facade CANotr catty Awe . 6. 229 S MICHIGAN STREET Remove 1960s metal I The Center City Building as it stands today encompasses facade and awning an early loth century building designed to look like multiple I storefronts.Until 1943,part of the current building was in use _. A - as Merchants National Bank.When the bank closed,the Grand Leader department store expanded,and in 196o the building . ,,.r, -T was extensively remodeled and the steel facade installed. Restore original stone facade ' ' ... — Original stone lies under the 196es metal facade. • Reestablish storefronts that encourage double facing retail , • Large square footage offers opportunities for mixed use including retail,small scale manufacturing,a boutique hotel. studios and office space ._ . • Original facade brings interest and connects the future to - a the historic walkable retail corridor of South Michigan Existing Dainty �illhV dilift _ _ _ MN _ _■ Maid Food Hall rL mow ' III II III IIII Iii MI an aim III III III I. III II li .1 ' ....1,. -_ Reintroduce store front Original building facade above on right side of photo circa IVA commercial spaces Historic Pieservation 12g 7. 316 W JEFFERSON BOULEVARD This stone and brick building was completed in 3924 for the •.•r Knights of Columbus and was designed by Nicol.Sholer,and s Hoffman of Lafayette,Indiana.The building was purchased by - ' x s the Indiana Club in 1936,though it is now vacant. • The building was a pillar of early 20th century social life, • Create multiple retail or art spaces on the ground floor, Restore original brick showcasing activity inside with transparent glass and terra cotta facade • Make use of the upper floor ballroom as a mid-size venue space or high-ceilinged lofts , Flexible 1-4 retail spaces,commercial,event and office ram' • =krL L _ opportunities r N • Should not be residential on ground floor / 1-': !Qe I a _ . i ., .......... _mi• .lli, . E. _ N : = i l 'MEI '1111 iihi 1■01® um um I 'lMI IN , � r-- - - . 4 Reintroduce store front commercial spaces Historic Preservation 130 �__---.-- - _ 9. 425 S MICHIGAN STREET This brick building was built in 1929,and Sears,Roebuck } and Co.moved in shortly after its completion.Sears left0111.111.4 ;, the building in 1949,and the locally-known Inwood's Store } ), i' moved in.Inwood's remained in the building until the l store's final years in 1g8g, 'i Jf 6 I k ■ ■ ■ ■ El . ■ ■ ■ ■ • IL I u ■ ■ II II ■ ■ MI MI ■ . MI III ell III +I ili Ex wpm NI 111* ■ ■ III IN ag IT 8. 740 S MICHIGAN STREET This brick and terra cotta building was built in 1928 by the -m ,r,n,,,7 iiii NM i MINI NIS Ili lin, Indiana Lumber and Manufacturing Company to act as a }� • showroom for their lumber.The building originally stood in if t �i-'0 ill 6 Allfront of the company's sprawling lumber yard.In lggo,Bendix y ' 4H. Local g bought the building for use as its union hall.linking it to ... mmireminn. South Bend's rich labor history. 1111 yp - Historic Preservation 131 IA. 435 S MICHIGAN STREET Henry Greenblatt and Phillip Smith ClkiC.0 built this commercial building in —�_,_ _� ig22.The space originally offered y - II li IV - t t - ' ter : i* I -a, iI 111•11111111111 MM. UMW _ .... .� eight separate store spaces along wi. MUM MINI ;, wnnn ,s mxu�np P rPM = . . with offices.Throughout its history, _ - -_ �.. - OM P the building has hosted a variety of > ■o businesses,the most notable being • ��, the Whitrner-McNease Music THERtDJ<IBUlTUN r.........1 ���_ Company. - .n .- 1111 tn Lu tn rt ': .7f17 ' -'''''‘ '.''''. ' : ' 17,1 10. 112 W COLFAX AVENUE iiaco • ...tea, ..._ - —__ • This building was built in igoi,with a new _ =^ ,11 -_. and secondhand store on the first floor and - _ -----, residences on the second floor.In 1914,a _�.�1 ...... �. — _. —— — — saloon opened in the building,but it was ;q gia b _. almost immediately placed into receivership. 1 — "— '—' The Colfax Restaurant opened in part of - - the building in 1921,and by 3.96g,the Colfax @ ■ Ell T,- .. --= Restaurant("The Loft")had expanded to the rest of the building,which has held MS i Ili II -. restaurants since. r- Historic Preservation 132 CI A \_., i or—fr 5.7 W. - dl iter.e.„011,--,: , 21. iiiip '' l3 1 IlL 'MIL == t a a - ,e, III. i , 4 ____. , -:: . _ a El t‘i\I.A- -'''' A .„_/76 .1--- __ ‘‘'.- . r---Yr;P7 -1-4-4c -- * . ,.. .4, . ..„ _4 ati/iltiltlimiII iiiiimilmouitor •_ t Iiiliitli i ifiiililiifitiliil � = iIi!ii!iiN/i1!iliitf11P1111$1I1U11>t� ,., r is i _ - ilit: ''- r \ .61.• �� -- , \ ft..s .\\I 1.1 j . Y, '" t ,- \! 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I f 41 �‘ Implementation Strategies From the beginning of the process,the City of South Bend Private Funding Sources Example Funding Stack for a Public Project approached the Downtown South Bend 2o45 plan through Private funding sources typically fund the majority of private Philanthropic Funding tor Gaps_> — the lens of implementability.This informed the selection development(for-profit buildings and uses on privately owned not covered try other sources criteria for the interventions,the vetting and development of land).Private funding sources typically include: Leveraged Private Investment—* action steps,and the intentional involvement of partners early •in the process.The plan is based in market projections of Conventional bank debt Local math and/or tax� >Protect Cost what is realistic and achievable in the 20-year timeframe.The • Subordinated debt implementation strategy laid out in this chapter addresses Lead • Private capital and equity State&Federal grants a bonds—) responsibilities and roles,partnerships.and timeframes. Philanthropic Funding Sources _ Philanthropic grants should act primarily as the gap equity W FUNDING SOURCES for both public and private projects.The intent is to ensure Example Funding Stec k far a Private Prefect a o Public Funding Sources that grants from donors and foundations are leveraging the Philan h Philanthropic Drams_ — in maximum public and private sources first.Grant requirements Pudic Incentives_ Public funding sources form the base of the capital stack for projects with public benefit.Public funding sources are will be defined to ensure the desired impact. owner/Developer Equity iii 0 appropriate for projects such as: Taal ix to How will projects be implemented? s•oo di etedoeot—� >CProst • Creation of public gathering space and parks ' • Public-private partnerships(PPPs) • Street transformations and public right-of-way projects Conventional Bank Debt—> • Publicly-funded and publicly-led projects within rights-of- • Improvements to walking and bicycling networks way and on publicly-owned land • Utility improvements • incentives and improved economic environment for private investment • Green infrastructure and drainage improvements Example Funding Stack for a Non-Profn Project • Ordinance and policy updates • Public-use buildings(community centers,museums, Philanthropic Grants_—> • Public support for taxes and miltages schools.libraries,government facilities,etc.) • Rezoning and entitlement of strategic parcels Pub c Incentives [fatal • Financial incentives for private development projects that .- Protect • Leveraging state and philanthropic grants cost are not yet market feasible(such as low-or no-interest Non-Prat Capital financing,bonds,gg-year Land leases on public land.tax • Incremental improvements to quality-of-life Fundraising Campaigns—� credits,small grants.etc.) _ Dov.NTowr ._ ,ppH BEM-,`U4i Pi.rot I Sc Ull I BF flit [NI int i ht-;&H:c+cr Implementation 134 Downtown Tomorrow TODAY zo45 r.. Established Program Flexible Program I Will not change Could have significant I Park `Leeper \ -`\ substantially adjustment I t \\ DEVELOPMENT IN PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY t\\\'� \\ PROCESS SITES \ \ I 0 MarMain O Four Winds Field \ Navarre St ©Madison Lifestyle District(North 0 Stadium Flats �o - v Block) e Diamond View G'Wa �. r____ 0j on st ©Morris Development Residential y esr i R1 SoMa Lofts I w 0 Development in Process Phase i I q' Madigon St .The Monreaux i ©Liberty Tower Phase IV I' Ii0 ®Riverfront West Crowe Building Lasalle Ave T— O Lafayette Building i �n O. `�7 @ Colfax Ave Es a, I r. IE u v I Im a ^ F m 1 �� O`" © • i I in vi c \_J u0. i1 liaa,4 Howard /��l Lam! ne Sit � \\ Park �I ern AV -44 NI O :01 Ilke I onrce —4 00 7 South St I '�____J I 4.111 i ■■ I 1 ^F C -, Ct Implementation 135 !J..l - 'T 1 ?P: ,:: I'I AN I SOU r11 LIEN()INDIANA I MARCH 2026 Plan Implementation Matrix This matrix highlights the short-medium-and long-term action items,and potential partners that will move this community vision forward. FOCUS AREA 1: THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ee ;` I Q b) Lead Responsibility Timeline Action City Partner Potential Partners 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10.Years 1.1 Retail Core along Michigan Street 1.11 Sidewalk and Storefront Improvements—enhancements to ■ City of South Bend,business and building ■ outdoor dining districts,facade improvements owners in the Michigan Street core City Center Place Building&Facade Improvements— a 1.12 Adaptive reuse with ground floor retail uses.restoration of the ■ Private owners.City of South Bend ■ o historic terracotta facade a z V State Theater Adaptive Reuse—adaptive reuse of the building . Private owners.City of South Bend.arts ■ ■ II0 1.13 for an arts or entertaining use,restoration of the historic facade organizations z a m 1.2 Jon Hunt Memorial Plaza Morris Performing Arts Center Addition—expansion of the 1.21 building to add event space.restrooms,and circulation la The Morris Performing Arts Center la 1.22 Close Michigan Street&Update Plaza—enhancements to the III City of South Bend,arts ■ public space and addition of active retail organizations and food&beverage operator 1.3 The Town Square Former College Football Hall of Fame—Adaptive reuse of the 1.31 building or demolition and construction of a new family-friendly a a City of South Bend.food&beverage operator a a a destination use 1st Source Center—Ground floor activation west of the atrium 1.32 entrance Private owner.City of South Bend(incentives) a a High-Density Housing—Development of high-density housing a 1.33 on vacant or underutilized lots along Michigan Street Private owner.City of South Bend(incentives) . a . impi,-,»(-n i,,tion r36 FOCUS AREA 1: THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN e . iiii 6 tobbl, ly Lead Responsibility Timeline Action City Partner Potential Partners 1-5 Years 5-10 Years io.Years 1.4 The Century Center&Jefferson Blvd. Century Center Intervention—Renovation and reconfiguration 1.41 of the Century Center to add additional exhibition&prefunction ■ City of South Bend ■ . space at the corner of M.L.K.Blvd and Jefferson Blvd. 1 2 Jefferson Blvd.Realignment—Reconnect Jefferson Blvd ■ City of South Bend II ■ 4 more directly to Downtown retail district 1.5 A Big Idea For the Future:A Signature Riverfront Park Century Center Intervention—Major renovation and reconfigu 1.51 ration of the Century Center to remove the portion of the ■ City of South Bend ■ ■ building north of the Dr.MLK Jr Blvd.entrance Signature Downtown Riverfront Park—Creation of a down- 2 town riverfront park in the location of the northern portion of the El Cityof South Bend.food&beverage operator ill III1 rJ Century Center:improved connections to the island and river- front trail system implementation 137 0 FOCUS AREA 2: INNOVATION & INSTITUTIONAL CATALYSTS ® ii QQ Lead Responsibility Timeline Action City Partner Potential Partners 1-5 Years 5-10 Years io.Years 2.1 Tech&Talent Innovation District Phase i Renovation of the Tribune Building—Major renovation III University of Notre Dame ■ 2.11 of the Tribune Building and building of additional tech office Development of trerDa space Tech&Talent District Future Phases—Building on the cat- University of Notre Dame.Additional Tech 2 12 atytic effect of Phase 1.future phases will add new additional IIbusiness partners II IIoffice.rehab historic buildings that fill in many of the vacant lot,. Development Partner adjacent to the Tribune building 8Transformation of Lafayette Street—narrow existing 1 pavement,widen sidewalks.utilize pavers&street plantings to II Cityof South Bend IIc 213 improve the pedestrian quality of Lafayette to create a unified streetscape experience for the Tech and Talent District u 2.2 Beacon Health = a m 2 21 Hospital Expansion—$23o million expansion foi additional II BeaconHealth ■ hospital beds and patient care facilities Improved Pedestrian Connections&Public Space—Promote 2.22 walkable connections from Beacon Health into adjacent park R I. ■ Beacon Health.City of South Bend ■ ■ neighborhoods.add attractive gathering spaces 2.3 Sports&Entertainment District Stadium Enhancements—Improvements,additional seating ■ Four Winds Field ■ 2.31 new club building,party decks.and suites Parking Deck—Parking deck to serve the Sports& 2.32 Entertainment District.Transit hubs,and Renaissance District. ■ City of South Bend ■ ■ opening up current parking fields for development Mixed-Use Buildings in Vacant Lots—Development of ■ ■ 2.33 high-density housing and retail in adjacent vacant lots iniptementation 138 ,, Q Ot i FOCUS AREA 2: INNOVATION & INSTITUTIONAL CATALYSTS :± I !/` Lead Responsibility Timeline Action City Partner Potential Partners 1-5 Years 5-10 Years io*Ye irs 2.4 Renaissance District Transformation of Building 84&Studebaker Administration Studebaker Building 84 LLC,Additional tech& 2.41 Building—Renovating and adaptively reusing the existing ■ educational partners III ■ ■ Studebaker Campus buildings to create a tech campus 2 42 Mixed-Use Development—Bring additional uses and infitt adJa- ■ Studebaker Building 84 LLC,Additional tech& Ell II cent vacant lots development partners Implementation 139 FOCUS AREA 3: NEIGHBORHOODS e '?. ' Lead Responsibility Timeline Action City Partner Potential Partners 1-5 Years 5-10 Years 10+Years 3.1 Rhrerfront West High-density Rental Developments—Development of mul- tifamily buildings along the riverfront within a well connected I. Private owner,City of South Bend(incentives) ■ II work new neighborhood that integrates into the existing street net- work Mixed-Use and Commercial Uses—Development of hotel. El El3.12 ballroom,retail and parking deck to support Century Center . Private owner.City of South Bend(incentives) activities a For-sale Residential Development—Development of fee-sim- Homebuilder or Development Partner,City of ° Bend(incentives)3,13 pte.for sale housing on the southern half of the neighborhood. III South (itives) ■ . ■ i. in close proximity to other single-family housingZ z Public Space Network—Coordination of residential develop- o 3,14 ments to improve public space connectivity to the riverfront trail . City of South Bend . . z system a al 3.2 Downtown North Neighborhoods Mix of Housing Developments—Incentivize development of a 3.21 range of housing types In close proximity to new jobs.infllling . Private owner.City of South Bend(incentives) I. . . vacant and underutilized lots Madison Lifestyle District—Bring high density housing&addi- . Development Partner,City of South Bend . 3.22 tionaL services to support new housing 3,3 Western Avenue Transformation Phase 1 Mixed-Income Housing—Replace the Rabbi Shulman City of South Bend.Housing Authority of 3,31 building and Monroe Circle townhouses with mixed-income . . South Bend.Community Foundation of St. . housing and community amenities and gathering space Joseph County Future Redevelopment of Housing Authority Western Avenue City of South Bend.Housing Authority of 3.32 Properties—Improve current housing,add new housing.and . . South Bend.Community Foundation of St. . connect to and build on Phase i initiative Joseph County.KROC Center Implementation 14o FOCUS AREA 4: PUBLIC REALM Q '�' ,.i Lead Responsibility Timeline Action Potential Partners City Partner 1-5 Years 5-io Years io.Years Gateways to Downtown—Improve entrances to downtown MI III 4.1 with landscaping.art.lighting.and signage City of South Bend ■ Riverfront and Gathering Spaces—Ensure public access 4.2 to the riverfront with all private development and rehabilitate ■ City of South Bend.Private Partners . . closed riverfront trails to create a comprehensive system Streetscapes for People—Plant street trees.include planting 4,3 buffers and bioswales between cars and pedestrian walkways, ■ City of South Bend ■ ■ ■ improve street crossings Multi-modal Connectivity—Implement proposed bike trails 4.4 and complete connections between traits and bike lanes to ■ City of South Bend ■ ■ ■ have a complete connected network Transit—Increase frequency of key bus routes to 15 minutes or ■ ■ City of South Bend,Transpo ■ 4.5 less Union Station—Relocate the Amtrak Station to Union Station 4.6 and work with NICTD to implement their 20 year plan for a ■ ■ City of South Bend.Amtrak.NICTD ■ ■ downtown South Shore station Implementation La. 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"41WIfti....1". , .1, .. . ,ik.-7---12.--,•ft i.i&.;rizz,,.....1-. . ..,:.:::',\ ; 04 NI 4, i, 1 1 ),. oNA-, 't' if 7 -'fit` '.,, " , „M,,I` It e 1 !%,.ram "` X ■MEI 1113 el Oil CLI Q Table of Contents Appendix 1.37 Historic Preservation 139 Under Separate Cover Market Analysis Report Parking Analysis Report January-March 2024 Community Engagement Summary I- 0 Appendix 144 Q Z 0 0 a a Historic Preservation � yt `° u_ Fa4 South Bend Historic Resource. t oJames Madison School 832 0 South Bend Tribune Building,225 Q North Lafayette Blvd West Colfax Ave © North Pumping Station 82o 0 Morris Performing Arts Building, � -i; r Hw,• & y. � North Michigan St. Palace Theatre,211 North j" oI.p " Michigan St 1( 0 MarMain Apartments us West `_) Marion St. 0 Patais Royale.lo5 West - r Colfax Ave # O Scottish Rite 427 North .� ` q Main St. 0 LaSalle Grill,Historic St.Jospeh .c W. ‘ P ,c �if+i�M+► Hotet,115 West Colfax '1wI. r i . 4 0 South Bend Civic Theatre 403 "��cN Yi. i North Main St 0 Griffon Bookstore,Kerr&Co • f Building,121 West Colfax Ave ,: ,4 r f O United Methodist Church 333 , S + - North Main St. 0 Singer Sewing Machine Factory, s; r ' r. t qs 0w A 20 ® 1 403 East Madison St ^ 0 Geyer Building.341,343.345 E a—-s - r.t_, Lincoln Way West 0 Singer Sewing Machine Factory, . — 340 Lincoln Way West u . ..._: , a igi I 425 East Madison St tt;..i O / o� J ONIPSCO Building,307 North • .may--- -=' Michigan St(N.Martin Luther1 King Jr.Blvd) 0 O r ' 1.:-...- -' 0 St.Joseph Station,log East -_-itd 0�(,, 0 O LaSalle Ave 0 ,�- O LaSalle Hotel,237 N.Martin Q 0 0 1 Luther King Jr.Blvd 0 0 0 Hoffman Hotel.120 West 0 LaSalle Ave I CO O ______.,1 , 0 Frederickson Candy Store,314 1 u Lill, i_ West LaSalle Street , E--al' 0 W.R.Hinkle Building,223-225 , i ` _ , # [r�5 I I North Lafayette B x L "i ti60.00. -1 ''' .:''''Z'. ' - South Bend Historic Resources .; i 0 South Bend Home Telephone 0 First Presbyterian Church,101 t Company Building.212 West South Lafayette Blvd A +�� '111.11711111611 'k [_ Colfax Ave .y • The Tower Building.216/218 West NM , ', , -. ® I&M Electric Company Building, Washington St "-. 3 .. 't i 220 West Colfax Ave Lafayette/Dean Building,115 a 0 Brown Building 226 West South Lafayette Blvd i_ Colfax Ave 0 0 9P0 0 2nd County Courthouse,112 South i P ,,i- ® Berteling Building.228 West Lafayette Blvd O 0 A s Colfax Ave ft3rd County Courthouse.101 South 1 0 O Central Automotive.135 North Main St a Lafayette Blvd a.----I O 0 0 122 South Michigan ® Grace Building.312/314 West 4i 0 oo Jefferson Building,Sherland Colfax AveIlliF Building,105 East Jefferson Blvd 0 0 pt Central High,330 West ® Farmers Security Building.133 Asa 0 0 . I .4 __ . 1*. ,>.Y illv Colfax Ave =- 0 J South Main St -4 ASt.James Episcopal Church.n7 11* _ ; 0 0 0 �,�s North Lafayette Blvd 125 South Lafayette _ , m 315-319 West Jefferson Boulevard P �' . 0 113-117 North Main Street - _ 0 "'Y ,'y _.= ; oft Trigon Building.Knights of Pythias L ® Madison Oyster Bar,133 North ��0 * Building.224 West Jefferson Blvd II 1�f. Main St. a ;1i + ç Federal Building Courthouse,204 1 • .. 0 127 North Michigan Street � ,� "". South Main St ; !:. 4 A, ¢ 0 125 North Michigan Street ,_ .. •5„ ' 0 Citizen's National Bank,112 West f-'7 ar � •• 4 ' * = 0 123 North Michigan Street Jefferson Blvd ,= ,a _ N p7-„!n , ® •American Trust Company e Robertson's Department Store. _ i Building. West Washington St Central Union TelephoneL.€. m,!_,-, ,1 X �, <`YDASI SW"a � 0 JMS Building,108 North Main St '® Company Building,227 South101 t ► f1 Main Street 03- nia1l 0 Remedy Building.4oz �. -. ^t ' _ r ul_,# West Washington I IN, , = _ mi.1 1 14,44.14944444, '............3.-..".. r -- i .,,,, 111 l'..., - - . .. ,.-. -* A r . , UM ''''''''''4-;:-..,:.:i South Bend Historic Resources ra. • ik `l t, _ - ® Paragon Building.Standard Oil 0 510 South Main Street i I _ ' / i' .,,:-At µy ' Building.221 West Wayne St 'mil t•. '� + w.-, gaiMonarch Printing Company,516 c y Spenner Garage.321 West South Michigan Street 1 -""1 G ,mar" _ -e l k ,4h Wayne Street 0 Breskin Building,530 South 1 •V .:I TT- 3® Diamond and Diamond Law,405 Michigan Street 1 , I ;I ( �' : I I n r - �� West Wayne Street 0 536 South Main Street i= = -t- ,, •u �!" aa• __ Hager Company Building.220 :: :: .::::: :: : 'ea-1 i bli,., l� 104. m 222 South William Street OBuilding 84/Building 113.635 �� • *'�`0301 South Lafayette Boulevard ®South Lafayette Blvd 0 0 �r0Franklin Trust Building,31g South M•,' i km Studebaker Administration ,:� ;Main St Building.635 South Main St 1 - a l It% 4�� { I- ,Hibberd Building.321 South • � },�.� s®Vandalic Station,711 South Main �►� -04. - -• Main St St O c ,._.._ _ 4. } '" as m: :'- e'. 0 Wolter Building,526 West 0 1 .r,. L '---'�- ..it Whiteman Brothers Building,702 . r _�K+ •• +�- Western Avenue ® �w South Michigan Street " r c1• t 1 0 .w All . t0 �:Iv-,-;' Old Synagogue,410 South IFIM ®Grace Methodist Church,St. O _ Taylor Street Andrews Greek Orthodox Church. PI iwN11i 041M44 ealenrell 0 Hope Mission,Ries Furniture 760 South Michigan St O LS— Company,Lafayette Furniture. _ e a • 432 South Lafayette Boulevard ®Commerce Center,I&M Power - O Plant.401 East Colfax Ave k 6e ..'. — 1 0 Olivet A.M.E.Church,310 West �; " s t Monroe Street °Stephenson Mills.322 East =�' �� Colfax Ave * - 5 1 `' !l 0 Shafstalt Battery Company.112 # 1 West Monroe Street doom c.,; f as r -- 1 i_. 0 0 N PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Na 0 a m Appendix 148