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.
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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.
News
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 […]
June 3, 2019
Riverside North development charrette overview
Get session highlights and attendee insights from the 7-day Riverside North project charrette.
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
May 24, 2018
La Crosse turning former industrial land into new neighborhood
The City of La Crosse chose a Milwaukee firm to be the master developer of a unique land redevelopment project almost 25 years in the making.