Dear Interested Parties,
The City of Wausau is excited to announce the release of a Request for Interest (RFI) for the development of the East Thomas Street Area. We invite developers who are eager to contribute to the enhancement of our community to participate in this opportunity.
The East Thomas Street area represents a prime location for development within our city. With currently vacant land awaiting its potential, the City seeks proposals from developers interested in collaborating on this venture. While detailed site plans are not required at this stage, we encourage participants to share their vision for the property and their proposed development concepts.
The City's vision for the area emphasizes residential development. We seek proposals that align with our community's growth objectives while enhancing the overall quality of life for our residents.
Successful proposals should:
- Be creative in its use and add value to the neighborhood and surrounding businesses.
- Utilize the suggestions from the Visual Preference Survey for housing design
Event Date
- Request for Interest Released April 7, 2026
- Proposals Due May 25, 2026
- Initial Review of Proposals (Economic Development Committee) June 2, 2026
Questions and/or additional information on this RFI and tours of the property are available upon request.
Please contact:
Patrick Gatterman
Economic Development Manager
Phone: 715-261-6686
Email: Patrick.Gatterman@wausauwi.gov
Sincerely,
Doug Diny, Mayor
