City of Madison Seeks Redevelopment Proposals for Block 113 (Brayton Lot)

Proposals will be judged according to how they score across eight sections outlined in the Project Scope and Specifications portion of the RFP. The points system is based on the City's priorities for the project, with sustainability and affordable housing topping the list.

Block 113 most recently served as a staging site during the construction of the East-West BRT route. The use of the City-owned site was considered an in-kind contribution as part of the Federal Transit Administration Joint Development Program, which provided significant funds for the East-West BRT project. Because of that agreement, the redevelopment of the site must follow some FTA requirements, including:

• Any development must also be approved by the FTA (the City will assist the selected applicant with this process)
• Any development must benefit transit over the lifespan of the development
• The new development must incorporate private investment
• No more than 270 off-street parking spaces throughout the entire block will be allowed (approximately how many parking spots the previous surface lot held)
• The development must return a "fair share of revenue" to Madison Metro, which owns the block. This may be paid through equal payments over 15 years and must total the net present value of $9 million. The net present value of $9 million is also net of any assistance that developers may request of the City.

Additionally, the City is requiring that the project abide by its Tenant Selection Plan and Affirmative Marketing Standards, as well as agree to a Land Use Restriction Agreement to ensure any affordable units (offered to those making 60% of the Area Median Income or below) remain affordable for 40 years.

You can find the full RFP and requirements on the City of Madison's project webpage.

Proposals are due by 2:00pm on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.