Encouraging Downtown Growth Through A Live-Work District

In an effort to bring a renaissance to its downtown, a city in Idaho has approved creation of a live-work district which encourages development of properties where people can both live and work. City officials are hoping to attract local business.

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March 28, 2007, 11:00 AM PDT

By Nate Berg

"The City Council of Garden City, Idaho, on Monday approved a Work-Live-Create Overlay District as an option for people who want to remodel or develop property where they can both live and work."

"The concept of operating a small business in Old Town and living in, above or adjacent to it was hatched by a citizens committee 18 months ago as they drafted the city's Comprehensive Plan."

"'It kind of went from group brainstorm to reality, and we'll probably see the beginnings of it late summer,' Councilman Jeff Souza said."

"City officials hope the district will attract more artisans, bring in small-scale manufacturers and support start-up businesses."

FULL STORY: Garden City Council approves work-live district

Tuesday, March 27, 2007 in The Idaho Statesman

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