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To qualify as a TND, a project should include a range of housing types, a network of well-connected streets and blocks, humane public spaces, and have amenities such as stores, schools and places of worship within walking distance of residences, according to the National League of Cities.Īt least 10% of the developed area consists of non-residential uses. TNDs may involve the reuse of existing buildings, but most often involve all-new construction on previously undeveloped land. TNDs are becoming increasingly common in cities since it's a way to connect a residential and commercial space with a common theme and purpose. The residential part of the development is modeled in part off of what's called a traditional neighborhood district. We believe this will set the tone for other developments to follow in the Madison Historic District," the mayor said. "We want to create a beautiful design, but keep the historic vision of the city intact.

She noted one of the architects involved in the project was chosen specifically because of his work in the Garden District. She and other city leaders are in consultation with the developers. Madison Mayor Mary Hawkins-Butler was careful to point out the new development will adhere to the architectural guidelines of the city's Historic District to keep its appearance in line with the city's history.

A detention basin for stormwater runoff in the development area.

The replacement of the city's clay sewer pipes.

The underground reinstallation of utilities on Main Street.

The city of Madison, for its part, has approved $2 million in tax increment financing, also known as TIF bonds, to finance the construction of the infrastructure in the public right of way. The eight acres of residential space will be located within walking distance to the east of the commercial lots. There will be roughly 10 units of office, retail and restaurant space, scattered in separate commercial fronts that extend from Main Street to the east to Crawford Street to the west. Put together, the commercial space will span 85,000 square feet, Castleberry said. At least three other restaurants are interested in the development, although it is too soon to make any announcements, Castleberry said. Half Shell is expected to open by mid-summer.

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One where you can walk out of your home and eat at a restaurant nearby," Castleberry said. "This will be a pedestrian-friendly area very similar to the Garden District.