Preservation / Repurposing

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Idea Overview

Take old buildings and remodel for new uses

Idea Round Up Concept Sheet

Who worked on idea?

Emily Kane, Lou Bruno, Chris Fletcher, Gina Bruno

What is the idea?

Take old buildings and remodel for new uses

How would idea work?

Take some of the school buildings that have been closed and reclaim for retail space, art gallery, restaurant, temp office, health and fitness centers, yoga, and community center

Pluses:

Re-use great old buildings
Maintain character of neighborhood
Re-vitalize area

Concerns:

Building code
Zoning
Financing

Community opportunities:

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