Block 68

Property disposition project to transform multiple parcels in the Westside Urban Renewal District by developing a multi-use parking structure and catalyzing development of surface lots.

Background

Block 68 of Boise’s original town site is bounded by State Street, 10th Street, Jefferson Street, and 11th Street and is located within the Westside Urban Renewal District. In 2002, the City adopted the Westside Urban Renewal Plan, which envisions a thriving neighborhood full of businesses and residences. The lack of public infrastructure necessary to support the envisioned mixed-use downtown neighborhood has, in large part, stifled redevelopment of the underutilized parcels in the area.

Early conversations with the business community and neighboring property owners helped CCDC identify the type of public investments and private development that would catalyze the transformation desired on and around Block 68. In 2018, CCDC acquired 1010 W Jefferson Street and 421 N 10th Street–two of the four parcels located on Block 68—for the purposes of redevelopment. The primary objectives of CCDC’s efforts include:

Make it easier for residents to bus, bike and walk to surrounding services and amenities by making public infrastructure improvements
Elevate the architecture of Boise’s urban fabric and strengthen our community’s identity
Build a multi-use parking structure
Catalyze redevelopment and private investment on Block 68 and the surrounding underutilized properties

CCDC is committed to constructing a parking structure at Block 68. Knowing that a childcare development center and additional clinic space are critical components of redevelopment in the neighborhood, CCDC will ensure that space for a medical clinic and childcare facility will be included in the future redevelopment of 1010 W. Jefferson Street.