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
