An EIR is sought on a 9.7-acre Cornerstone Fresno landmark project which would dramatically broaden Fresno's downtown.
An environmental impact report for a ambitious redevelopment project, which could substantially broaden Fresno's downtown skyline with office towers and boost its street life with promenades and shops, will likely be approved by the Fresno redevelopment agency this week. At issue is planning for the City's future growth in downtown.
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