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Plan commission approves recommendation for I‑65/Tabitha Corridor economic development area
Summary
Plan commissioners voted to approve a resolution recommending creation of an Economic Development Area and allocation area along the I‑65/Tabitha Corridor, sending the plan to City Council and the Redevelopment Commission; staff said the plan requires cooperation on property acquisition, road and utility upgrades and an estimated $10.3 million in infrastructure work.
Plan commissioners voted to approve a resolution recommending that the city designate an Economic Development Area and an allocation area along the I‑65/Tabitha Corridor, moving the plan to City Council and, if approved there, back to the Redevelopment Commission for a public hearing.
The presenter for Mappert/MCR Partners described three development scenarios for the corridor — higher‑density residential, mixed‑use and light industrial — and outlined an infrastructure package that includes sanitary sewer, water, storm and roadway work. He said the consultant estimate for utility and roadway work is about $10.3 million.
Commissioners asked for clarification on the corridor boundaries and whether annexation of adjacent unincorporated parcels was contemplated. The presenter said the plan does not propose zoning changes but recommends proactive acquisition and coordination so the city can guide redevelopment as parcels come up for sale.
The commission moved and seconded approval of Plan Commission resolution 202026‑01 and, after no further discussion, voted in favor. The presenter said no tax‑increment financing bonds are currently planned; rather, the allocation area would capture future assessment growth to pay for improvements.
Next steps: with the Plan Commission’s favorable recommendation the resolution goes to City Council for consideration; if council concurs, the Redevelopment Commission will hold a public hearing and confirm implementation details.
