Description:
See https://hideoututah.gov/ for full RFI with exhibits.
DEVELOPMENT OF THE HIDEOUT TOWN CENTER AT ROSS CREEK
The Town of Hideout (the “Town”) is seeking informational responses to this Request for Information (“RFI”) from parties qualified and experienced in town center design and property development in connection with the potential development of a Town owned property known as the “Town Center at Ross Creek” (the “Property”). Located at the intersection of Shoreline Drive and Belaview Way (Parcel ID: 21-5232), the Property is approximately 10 acres and is depicted in Exhibit A: Site Map and Associated Site Information. The Town is exploring future uses of the Property and related benefits to the community, with the intent of gathering viable ideas, design concepts, and information that may guide a future Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”) or Request for Proposal (“RFP”) process. Exhibit B: The Town’s Initial Thinking Regarding a Town Center Concept provides an overview of design and concept thinking to date.
The purpose of this RFI is to explore options available to the Town to develop the Property and to learn from the prior experience of others in developing community or town centers within a growing community. This RFI is intended solely to assist in informing the Town’s approach to developing the Property and does not constitute a solicitation for purchase or a commitment to issue an RFQ/RFP. It is a request for information only, not a solicitation. Respondents to this RFI will not be excluded from participating in future procurements related to the Property since this RFI is focused on high-level design and development concepts that the Respondents are willing to share with the Town rather than detailed design plans or cost estimates. The level of content provided within responses is left to the discretion of each Respondent. The Town may use the information submitted as part of a public engagement process.
Guiding Principles
The Town Center at Ross Creek, where the Property is located, is located at the north end of Town along the accessway to the Jordanelle State Park and its many recreational amenities. The Property abuts the Jordanelle State Park which is a beautiful park that surrounds the reservoir and is protected from development. The Town’s intention is to create a Town Center where residents and visitors can gather in a village type setting with cafes, pubs, park/plaza areas, additional retail or mixed-uses, etc. With these intentions in mind, the Town is interested in identifying the critical components of a financially sound method of development that will stand the test of time, keep the center active long term, and comply with the following guiding principles for design and development. These guiding principles are intended to evolve as the Town receives input from the community and completes due diligence efforts on the property.
a. Land Uses: Mixed-use development that provides for growth while being contextually sensitive, and that incorporates public space with some mix of residential, local commercial/retail (cafes, pubs, etc.), hotel, or other functions. Land uses shall maximize space utilization, include an array of amenities, establish a unique architectural expression, and be pedestrian oriented. Exhibit D: Area Context Map (Town of Hideout Zoning Map) illustrates the location of the site within the Town.
b. Public Space: Accessible public space to promote public gatherings, free expression, safety, comfort, and well-being of the community, and that may be developed, maintained, and activated through a public-private partnership with the Town.
c. Placemaking & Community Expression: Publicly visible art or placemaking that may express community values and establish a unique identity for the Property or Hideout Town Center. Viewsheds are an important part of this site and should be incorporated into any design concept.
d. Infrastructure & Connectivity: Infrastructure improvements that mitigate traffic congestion, incorporates parking efficiencies, and provide for safety, walkability, bikeability, connectivity, and accessibility.
e. Environment & Sustainability: Sustainable and environmentally responsible development that promotes community resiliency.
f. Financial Leverage & Partnerships: Financially viable development that utilizes innovative financing tools and partnership structures to limit financial participation by the Town, allows for the incorporation of public benefits, and provides opportunities for revenue sharing. Long-term partnership structures with the Town may include a land lease, sale, or other structure that could offset costs associated with the creation of new Town Center in a quickly growing area.
This RFI is an opportunity to ensure that the Town is considering ideas and concepts from the community when formalizing plans for development of the Property.
Submissions should be no more than 20 pages in .pdf file format, landscape orientation (for digital review). Attachments (such as lists, photographs, statistics, charts, etc.) will be counted as part of the 20-page limit. The Response Cover Sheet of Attachment 1 will not be counted in the 20-page limit.
Submit all required information as outlined in Section 5 - Content of Submission section of the RFI via email to:
Jan McCosh, Town Administrator
jmccosh@hideoututah.gov
Submission Deadline:
5:00 pm (MST), Friday, November 17, 2023
RFI Process
Responses to this request will be reviewed for informational purposes only and will not result in the award of a contract.