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A visionary neighborhood project with wide impact

River Point District is a forward-thinking vision for a vibrant, contemporary, mixed-use waterfront neighborhood. Here, abundant natural surroundings create opportunities for unique community amenities and inspiring development.

Located in the heart of La Crosse, Wisconsin, near to Interstate 90 and at the confluence of the Mississippi, Black and La Crosse Rivers, River Point District incorporates principles of sustainable urban design and illustrates community resiliency through the strategic revitalization of a 65-acre, former industrial site.

Thoughtfully developed, the revitalized area will provide a healthy, energetic, culturally rich community adjacent to historic Downtown La Crosse that:

  • Creates additional open space and recreational opportunities for all people to enjoy
  • Promotes economic vitality
  • Increases environmental awareness
  • Increases property values
  • Enhances La Crosse’s overall appeal as a place to work, live and play

A commitment to sustainability

River Point District incorporates principles of sustainable urban design and illustrates community resiliency through land reclamation and revitalization.
  • Site design and engineering respect and conserve the area’s existing ecosystem
  • Strategic filling throughout the project site addresses stormwater management and flooding concerns by raising land elevation a minimum of two feet over the 100-year flood plain level
  • Dense neighborhood design and proximity to a walkable downtown, recreational trails and countless community resources help reduce overall carbon emissions by encouraging walking and biking
  • Dedicated green spaces and gardens throughout the site support optimal individual and community health through increased outdoor time and environmental excellence

For additional details, download the River Point District Planned Development District (PDD) PDF document.

 

River Point District Planned Development District
River Point District Planned Development District (PDD)
River Point District conceptual rendering
Featured
November 19, 2020

New 65-acre waterfront neighborhood offers financial incentives for investors and developers

LA CROSSE, Wis., November 19, 2020 – River Point District offers investors and developers several financial incentives and growth opportunities. Located just north of historic downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin, this emerging neighborhood lies on 65 acres of waterfront land at the confluence of the Mississippi, Black and La Crosse Rivers. River Point District seeks investors […]
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News

River Point District Arial
May 22, 2020

City of La Crosse Redevelopment Authority approves proposal for work to begin on River Point District

LA CROSSE, Wis., May 21, 2020 – The City of La Crosse Redevelopment Authority (RDA) has approved a proposal by engineering firm Short Elliott Hendrickson (SEH) for work to begin on the River Point District neighborhood. Work will be done on the mixed-use waterfront neighborhood in a phased approach with phase 1 including the placement […]
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River Point District Rendering
December 19, 2019

Waterfront neighborhood development project on track with master plan and new brand

The River Point District neighborhood (formerly known as Riverside North), located just north of historic downtown La Crosse, continues its development into a sustainable, mixed-use waterfront neighborhood.
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June 3, 2019

Riverside North development charrette overview

Get session highlights and attendee insights from the 7-day Riverside North project charrette.
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South West aerial view
April 18, 2019

Riverside North site plan offers look at development

Development in Riverside North will fan out from a central park toward the river and include a mix of housing and commercial options
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Blair Williams
President, WiRED Properties
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