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Memorandum
March 24, 2016
Investment
TO: Redevelopment Commission
FROM: David Relos, Economic Resources
SUBJECT: Approval of Bid Specifications and Design Considerations
500 Block S. Lafayette & Main (old Studebaker Museum block)
Attached are the Bid Specifications and Design Considerations for the disposition of
property in the 500 block of S. Lafayette and Main, commonly known as the old
Studebaker Museum block.
The Bid Specifications outline the uses and development requirements that will be
considered for this site.
Staff requests approval of the Bid Specifications and Design Considerations for the
eventual disposition of this property.
227 W. JEFFERSON BLVD. SOUTH BEND, IN 46601 1 P: 574 - 235 -9371 1 FAX: 574 - 235 -9021 1 SOUTHBENDIN.GOV
Bid Specifications & Design Considerations
Sale of Redevelopment Owned Property
500 Block S. Lafayette & Main
River West Development Area
All of the provisions of I.C. 36- 7 -14 -22 will apply to the bidding process.
2. All offers must meet the minimum price listed on the Offering Sheet.
3. Proposals for redevelopment are required to be for projects that are permitted
within the Central Business District zoning designation. All proposals must
conform to the existing zoning provisions as outlined in the South Bend Zoning
Ordinance Title 21 of the City of South Bend Municipal Code.
4. Proposals for the reuse of the property must include a basic reuse plan for the site
and a project timeline detailing aspects of the site redevelopment and site
improvements. During the review process, emphasis will be placed on
compatibility with the goals and objectives of the surrounding neighborhood;
planning efforts of the Central Business District and Coveleski Stadium area; and
the Development Plan for the River West Development Area.
5. Bidders are prohibited from the use of the property for speculation or land- holding
purposes.
6. All other provisions of the River West Development Area Development Plan must
be met.