3: THE PLAN
SECURE THE BUILDINGS, SECURE THE FUNDING, SECURE THE FUTURE.
So far, we're the only group that's come to the table with a full plan. We're also the only group who has agreed to assume the risk of owning these properties. From what we can tell - that's been a major sticking point for both local interest and from the out-of-town developers who have come through our city for the purpose of *potentially* taking this project on themselves.
We get it. This is not a trivial project. But we believe that the greater the risk, the greater the reward. And if that logic is to be followed, then what we're looking at has at least the POTENTIAL to be one of the core reasons Downtown Zanesville doesn't only keep its heritage, but turns that specific block into one of the busiest portions of Muskingum county.
So far, we're the only group that's come to the table with a full plan. We're also the only group who has agreed to assume the risk of owning these properties. From what we can county.
WHAT'S THE APPROACH?
So far, we're the only group that's come to the table with a full plan. We're also the only group who has agreed to assume the risk of owning these properties. From what we can county.
• RECIEVE THE BUILDINGS (in process)
• SECURE ADDITIONAL FUNDING (in process)
• CREATE A CAS (CONTROLLED ACCESS SITE)
• SECURE THE BUILDINGS STRUCTURALLY (currently planning)
• WEATHERIZE AND COVER/PROTECT STRUCTURES
• RENOVATION: PHASE 1 | FOUNDATION
• DEBRIT REMOVAL AND FOUNDATION REPAIR/RESTORATION/REINFORCEMENT
• REASSES
• RENOVATION: PHASE 2 | MAIN STRUCTURE (walls, roof, floors, etc)
• DEBRIT REMOVAL AND WALL/FLOOR REPAIR/RESTORATION/REINFORCEMENT
• REASSES
• RENOVATION: PHASE 3 | UTILITIES
• RENOVATION: PHASE 4 | BUSINESS BUILD OUTS
• BEAUTIFICATION PROCESS (ON MAIN STREET) | ARCHES, LIGHTING, ETC
WHAT WILL THIS COST?
The estimates for this project (and there have been many), range anywhere from $150k to $3M or more. They're also tied to various levels of repair and renovation. Some are tied to securing the properties for safety's sake, while others factor in a complete overhaul that includes new stores and businesses.
We're not interested in making the building's safe and then hoping for interest from outside groups - we want to see the buildings come back to life from a state of disrepair to a state of vibrancy. We don't only want to save them, we want to design and implement the restaurants and shops THEMSELVES that will create a completely new experience on at least one block of downtown Zanesville.
We want to show up to this project with more resources, rather than less. We don't want to get mid-way and realize we're short, and we don't want to chince on the aesthetics and quality once the buildings are restored structurally.
We have some doubters - but we believe in the power of community and the good will of Zanesville and its residents. That's why we're going for a raise in the amount of:
$5 MILLION
WHAT WE'LL HAVE:
So far, we're the only group that's come to the table with a full plan. We're also the only group who has agreed to assume the risk of owning these properties. From what we can county.
• 1 THIRD WAVE COFFEE SHOP
• 1 COLD PRESS JUICE BAR
• 2-3 TOP-TIER RESTAURANTS
• 1-2 COCKTAIL BARS or PUBS
• 8-12 INDUSTRIAL/LOFT APARTMENTS
• 1 BODEGA/CORNER STORE
WHAT WE'LL SEE AS A RESULT:
• INCREASED FOOT TRAFFIC
• BETTER WALKABILITY
• NEW DOWNTOWN VITALITY
• LOCAL AND NATIONAL ATTENTION
• MORE LOCAL AND NATIONAL VISITORS
• MAJOR REVENUE UPTICK DOWNTOWN
4: THE PLEDGENext, help us show interest and support by following 3 simple steps, including giving an donation estimate.