York Street Site

Project Manager: Office of Planning and Economic Development

Project Location: York Street & West, Columbus Avenue

Property Owners: City of Springfield

Project Budget: +-$2 million in demolition

Parcel Size: 4 acres (including adjacent 'snow dump' site)

Building Size: N/A

Zoning: West Columbus Avenue Urban Renewal District

Project Description/Status:

The former York Street jail was demolished in early 2008 leaving a 3.5 acre site along the Connecticut River and adjacent to I-91 available for development. The City is currently seeking interested parties in developing the site. The city is seeking development that would compliment the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame and the recent successful retail, restaurant and hotel development existing on the Riverfront. Interested parties may contact the city at 413-787-6020.

Photo Gallery of York Street Jail Demolition

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