Site work, paving and renovation of a mixed-use development in Valparaiso, Indiana. Completed plans call for the renovation of a 8,712-square-foot residential development; for site work for a residential development; sidewalk / parking lot; and for paving for a sidewalk / parking lot.

Consistent with Indiana Code 36-7-14-22, this Request for Proposals ("RFP") is issued by the Valparaiso Redevelopment Commission ("Commission"). Proposals from qualified homebuilders ("Respondents") are invited to acquire Commission-owned vacant property at 603 Indiana Avenue ("Property") and construct a single-family residence on the Property For any questions or comments please contact Lauren Orchard at lorchard@valpo.us or 219- 548-4808. Questions related to Building Code, Zoning Code, Permitting, and Fees can be directed to Vicki Thrasher, Building Commissioner, at vthrasher@valpo.us or 219-462-1161 The residential structure originally on the Property experienced extensive fire damage in October of 2017 and remained vacant for over a year. In an effort to remove the hazardous structure and bring residents and investment back to the neighborhood, the Commission purchased the Property on January 22, 2019 for $53,000 and contracted to have the burned structure demolished for $16,800. The Commission has also committed to certain infrastructure improvements and the Commission's facilitation of sale to the successful Respondent will reduce development costs. The following costs have been contributed by the Commission, free of charge to the successful Respondent. Alleyway and Sidewalk Improvements: The Commission, in conjunction with the Valparaiso Public Works Department, has committed to finance alleyway and sidewalk improvements surrounding the Property, for an estimated value of $19,100, following construction of the home. The Property is an 8,712 square foot vacant lot zoned Neighborhood Conservation (NC 60) District. The Property is approximately three (3) blocks from downtown Valparaiso and is within Census Tract 18127050900, a designated Opportunity Zone. A detailed list of these improvements is included as "Exhibit A" New Copper Water Line: The Commission, in conjunction with Valparaiso City Utilities, has arranged for the replacement of a lead water line for a new copper line connection, for a total value of $4,000.