Abstract:
The Village, the commercial district serving Ball State University and the surrounding community, is in need of redevelopment and revitalization. The south 1600 block of University Avenue has the most potential for redevelopment. The conceptual framework for redevelopment is based on the history of the area and successful commercial districts near other universities, and the architectural design is cohesive with the style of the Ball State University Campus and the surrounding buildings in "The Village." The proposed complex includes the relocation of some existing businesses on the block, new businesses that are lacking in "The Village," high-end apartments, and an open plaza. The proposal is economically viable for the Muncie area, as well as culturally and environmentally sustainable.
