Purchase and Development of 1305 & 1410 W. Polk Street, Phoenix

The City of Phoenix's Neighborhood Services Department is seeking electronic proposals for the purchase and development of two vacant parcels located at 1305 W Polk Street and 1410 W Polk Street in the Oakland Historic District. The goal is to identify market-viable development plans that optimize land use while aligning with the city's Housing Phoenix Plan, General Plan, historic overlay, zoning regulations, and other relevant guidelines. The development proposals should be compatible with the historic neighborhood's scale, design, materials, and appearance to ensure preservation and community harmony. The city aims to revitalize the area by eliminating blight, reactivating vacant land, preserving historic neighborhoods, and fostering the creation of affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income households, supporting sustainable homeownership and community growth. The solicitation, titled "Purchase and Development of 1305 & 1410 W. Polk Street, Phoenix," was posted on September 19, 2024, with a response deadline of December 13, 2024. The project size ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and proposals are expected to demonstrate innovative, compliant, and community-oriented development strategies. Interested parties can contact Christina Edwards via email for further information. This initiative underscores the city's commitment to fostering responsible infill development that balances historic preservation with contemporary housing needs, contributing to the ongoing revitalization of Downtown and Central City Village areas.