Selling the three buildings, which account for more than 813,000 square feet of space, would save the state roughly $446 million in deferred maintenance costs.
High Road Development proposes nearly 900 housing units in a variety of types, commercial space, and parkland and open space for the 128-acre site between High and Pheasant Branch roads.
Brandon Cook is proposing a roughly $12 million redevelopment with 46 apartments and commercial space to replace the child care center, which is moving to new facilities.
A Chicago-based developer that’s done several big student housing projects Downtown is proposing another 12-story redevelopment with about 380 units that could help address UW-Madison’s growing enrollment and housing needs.
Called the Madison Forward Fund, the initiative gives each participating household $500 a month for a year, with no strings attached or work requirements.