A proposed development at 139 W. Wilson St. would have no on-site parking. Its narrow footprint has raised questions about building access.
A proposal for a 320-unit apartment complex on West Wilson Street is moving toward an up or down vote by the end of the year.
An existing apartment building would be demolished and replaced with 16 stories of “micro units,” which has caught the eye of both decision-makers and the public for the lack of on-site parking.
“I only want to do this project to create more affordable housing downtown for those that otherwise couldn`t afford to live there, but want to live there or need to live there because that`s where their employment is,” developer Randy Alexander of Torque Companies said during a Nov. 3 meeting of the Plan Commission. “And there are huge numbers of people now that don`t own a car, don`t want to own a car or can`t afford a car.”...
RSK: I understand the concerns here, but if anyone can address them, it is Randy.
Ken Notes: What Madison needs is an on street trolley system downtown that easily shuttles people around downtown. I have been advocating for a terrace to terrace system for years now. Also use the mostly vacant parking at the Alliant Energy Center for parking with shuttle to the capitol and downtown and a bike barn for those who want to pedal the last mile.
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