Clay Street Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization
Clay Street Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization
Annapolis, MD
Mr. Gross worked for the City of Annapolis on a retail market analysis and redevelopment strategy for 13 sites located in the low-income Clay Street neighborhood, located near the Maryland Statehouse. There have been numerous planning efforts in this historic African-American community since it was torn apart by “urban renewal” projects and parking garages starting in the 1970’s. However, none of these physical plans has succeeded in attracting re-investment or inducing positive changes in the neighborhood. Mr. Gross therefore focused on assessing the solid economic potentials and identifying commercial development projects that are potentially viable in this market. He completed this work for the City’s Planning and Economic Development departments.