The City of Ashland, Wisconsin, seeks competitive development proposals from qualified developers to help the City attain the sustainable vision set forth in its Comprehensive Plan for the Junction Road Development Site. The Junction Road Development area is comprised of approximately 5.5 acres of publicly-owned property located on the northwest side of Ashland, in close proximity to Prentice Park on the western edge of the city. The site is located just south of Highway 2 which is the primary east-west corridor running through the city and Sanborn Avenue, which runs north-south. The site is just north of the Tri-County Recreational Corridor which is a major trail amenity running through the city. The subject site is within close proximity and walking distance of Lake Superior. The City is seeking a developer to deliver a project that complements the surrounding neighborhood and is successful in the marketplace. 

DEVELOPMENT PROJECT GOALS The City of Ashland’s goals for this urban infill development site include the following: 

1. Facilitate an appropriate density of urban infill development; 

2. To provide high quality housing that meets the diverse needs of the City, offering options for a mix of ages and incomes; 

3. To provide a development that is sustainable, including environmentally sensitive, energy efficient, and considers existing infrastructure; 

4. Design approach that integrates the development with the surrounding neighborhood area, enhances community character, and provides connectivity; and 

5. That considers mixed uses by establishing/allowing for neighborhood commercial or other complimentary uses.