Brian Sharp
Business and economic development reporter-
Eight years into the removal and redevelopment of the freeway on the east side of downtown Rochester, an end to construction is within sight. The most dramatic change is still to come, with a fire-breathing dragon, giant Donkey Kong and dozens of twinkling butterflies. -
The Executive Building will be restored to something of its former glory and converted to apartments, adding to the new housing being built west of the Genesee River.
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Roughly two dozen lawsuits challenging nearly every aspect of the Monroe Avenue plaza's approval now comes down to questions surrounding the Auburn Trail.
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The purchase by the Daniele family adds to its extensive holdings along this stretch of Monroe Avenue in Brighton.
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A historic landmark in Rochester that's sat vacant for years could keep its art deco façade and provide 42 affordable apartments downtown.
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Developers plan to turn a vacant church in the South Wedge into a hotel, wedding venue and banquet hall.
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The initial proposal was a $119 million, multi-building plan taking in half the block. Now it's a $62 million proposal focused on one building.
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The late Anthony Costello owned and developed the site, and it was a jewel of his diverse portfolio of properties. But it had been beset by debt, vacancy and litigation in the years since his passing.
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A preliminary timeline begins to map out when and how the public will be involved in planning and discussions for a downtown Business Improvement District.
