The historic Weustoff and Getz building on Wayne Avenue could bring new residential and commercial space to downtown Dayton, which fits perfectly with the city’s strategy to “preserve vacant, historic buildings and stimulate downtown development,” reports the Dayton Daily News. Developers are working on plans to turn the 1868 building into 40 loft apartment units, with 20,000 square feet of restaurant and commercial space on the lower levels. The project has been awarded both state and federal tax credits. Amy Walbridge, special projects administrator for the city’s Department of Economic Development, said “it’s the city’s job to help private individuals put together applications for historic tax credits and advise redevelopers to take on historic projects” to support historic preservation. For more, read the full article.
Redevelopment of historic Dayton building fits city’s goals
