Resolutions of Support for Workforce Housing Tax Credit Applications for Multiple Housing DevelopmentsCity of Dubuque
City Council
ACTION ITEMS # 3.
Copyrighted
May 19, 2025
ITEM TITLE: Resolutions of Support for Workforce Housing Tax Credit
Applications for Multiple Housing Developments
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending City Council approval of the
attached resolutions supporting the aforementioned
applications for Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credits for
housing development in Dubuque.
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa
Economic Development Authority Application To The
Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program By Millwork Flats,
L.L.C.
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa
Economic Development Authority Application To The
Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program By Gronen
Development, Inc.
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa
Economic Development Authority Application To The
Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program By Wilson House
Apts, LLC
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa
Economic Development Authority Application To The
Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program By 1301 Central,
LLC
RESOLUTION Supporting The Submission Of An Iowa
Economic Development Authority Application To The
Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program By CC15, LLC.
SUGGUESTED Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. MVM Memo
2. Staff Memo
3. Input Form 1065 Jackson_Updated_Uploaded 5.19.25
4. Input Form 1065 Jackson
5. Input Form 5th and Mai n_Updated_Uploaded 5.19.25
6. Input Form 5th and Main
7. Input Form 1243 Locust_Updated_Uploaded 5.19.25
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8. Input Form 1243 Locust
9. Input Form 1301 Central_Updated_Uploaded 5.19.25
10. Input Form 1301 Central
11. Input Form 320-380 Cedar Cross Road
12. 1065 Jackson WHTC Support Resolution
13. 5th and Main WHTC Support Resolution
14. 1243 Locust WHTC Support Resolution
15. 1301 Central WHTC Support Resolution
16. 320-380 Cedar Cross WHTC Support Resolution
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolutions of Support for Workforce Housing Tax Credit Applications for
Multiple Housing Developments
DATE: May 13, 2025
Economic Development Director Jill Connors is recommending City Council approval of
the attached resolutions supporting the aforementioned applications for Iowa Workforce
Housing Tax Credits for housing development in Dubuque. A Community Input Form
also accompanies each resolution and requires signature.
When developers submit an application to the Iowa Economic Development Authority
for Workforce Housing Tax Credits, they are required to attach both a Resolution of
Support from the municipality — and new this year, a Community Input Form. This
allows the municipality to provide insight into the impact each project will have on the
City's housing goals. The following projects have approached City staff requesting
support to apply. Most of these projects are located in Dubuque's downtown area, with
one on the west end.
In September 2022, following a housing study which indicated the need for over 1,100
housing units before the year 2030, the Dubuque City Council approved the expansion
of incentives to be offered to developers of housing units. This includes supporting
applications for State of Iowa incentive programs in order to facilitate the development
of multifamily housing.
Millwork Flats, L.L.C. (1065 Jackson Street)
The City of Dubuque and Millwork Flats, L.L.C. entered into a Development Agreement
on June 17, 2024, for the creation of Sixty -Two (62) rental residential units with an
investment of approximately Seventeen Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars
($17,500,000.00) for the construction of the units. Current modeling is closer to
Seventy -Six (76) units with an investment of approximately Twenty -Five Million Five
Hundred Thousand Dollars ($25,500,000.00).
Gronen Development, Inc. (5t" and Main Streets)
The City of Dubuque and Gronen Development, Inc. entered into a Development
Agreement on March 17, 2025, for the creation of at least Eighty (80) rental residential
units and 8,000 square feet of first -floor commercial space with an investment of
approximately Twenty -Four Million Dollars ($24,000,000.00). Current modeling is closer
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to One Hundred Two (102) residential units with a total investment of approximately
Twenty -Eight Million Dollars ($28,000,000.00).
Wilson House Apts, LLC (1243 Locust Street)
The City of Dubuque and Wilson House Apts, LLC entered into a Development
Agreement on May 20, 2024 for the creation of Five (5) new residential units with an
investment of approximately One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars
($1,500,000.00). The project intends to use historic tax credits.
1301 Central, LLC (1301 Central Avenue)
The City of Dubuque and 1300 Central, LLC are negotiating a Development Agreement
for the creation of Thirty (30) new residential units and approximately 9,000 SF of
commercial space with an investment of approximately Eight Million Dollars
($8,000,000.00). The project intends to use historic tax credits. City staff anticipate
bringing the Development Agreement to City Council for review and approval in June
2025.
CC15, LLC (380 Cedar Cross Road)
The City of Dubuque and CC15, LLC have negotiated a Development Agreement for the
creation of One Hundred Eighty (180) new residential units along Cedar Cross
Road. The Developer anticipates an investment of approximately Twenty -Three Million
Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($23,400,000.00) to improve the Property in three
phases of 60 units each. City staff anticipate bringing the Development Agreement to
City Council for review and approval on May 19, 2025.
Given the already demonstrated dearth of housing units in Dubuque, and with the
pending need to house an additional several hundred students, faculty, and staff of the
proposed John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine scheduled to open in
downtown Dubuque in 2028, it is imperative that to provide support for the construction
of additional housing options. The projects meet one or more of these City Council
goals: creation of additional housing; located in Dubuque's downtown; and the
rehabilitation of an existing structure.
From 2010 to 2020, according to the US Census Bureau, of the 99 counties in the State
of Iowa only 30 grew in population, and only 8 of those grew by more than 5,000
people. Of those 8 counties that grew by more than 5,000 people only Dubuque County
(City of Dubuque) and Scott County (City of Davenport) were outside the Polk County
(City of Des Moines)/Story County (City of Ames) and Johnson County (City of Iowa
City)/ Linn County (City of Cedar Rapids) corridors.
From 2020 to 2024, according to the US Census Bureau's Vintage 2024 population
estimates, only 7 counties in the State of Iowa showed a population increase of more
than 900 people, and only Dubuque County (+934) was outside the Polk County/Story
County and Johnson County/Linn County corridors.
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This means that according to the US Census Bureau Dubuque County population grew
by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, approaching 100,000 population.
Since July 1, 2022, Greater Dubuque Development Corporation reports there has been
over $805 million in new construction in Dubuque County creating over 1,000 jobs.
The addition of the Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credit to the capital stack improves the
viability of these projects, increasing the developers' ability to adequately address the
shortage of housing in the community.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Mic ael C. Van Milligen
MCVM:sv
Attachment
cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
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Dubuque Economic Development
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Jill M. Connors, Economic Development Director
SUBJECT: Resolutions of Support for Workforce Housing Tax Credit Applications for
Multiple Housing Developments
DATE: May 14, 2025
INTRODUCTION
This memorandum presents for City Council approval individual resolutions of support for
Workforce Housing Tax Credit Applications to the Iowa Economic Development
Department being submitted by multiple developers for redevelopment of five properties in
Dubuque.
BACKGROUND
The Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credit program provides tax benefits to developers to
provide housing in Iowa communities, focusing especially on those projects using
abandoned, empty, or dilapidated properties. Total program benefits are limited to one
million dollars ($1,000,000) per project.
From 2010 to 2020, according to the US Census Bureau, of the 99 counties in the State of
Iowa only 30 grew in population, and only 8 of those grew by more than 5,000 people. Of
those 8 counties that grew by more than 5,000 people, only Dubuque County (City of
Dubuque) and Scott County (City of Davenport) were outside the Polk County (City of Des
Moines)/Story County (City of Ames) and Johnson County (City of Iowa City)/ Linn County
(City of Cedar Rapids) corridors.
From 2020 to 2024, according to the US Census Bureau's Vintage 2024 population
estimates, only 7 counties in the State of Iowa showed a population increase of more than
900 people, and only Dubuque County (+934, total population 100,200) was outside the
Polk County/Story County and Johnson County/Linn County corridors. Scott County, which
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was mentioned above as growing from 2010 to 2020, experienced a 19 person decline in
this 4 year period.
This means that according to the US Census Bureau, Dubuque County population grew by
almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, exceeding 100,000 population for the first time
ever.
Since July 1, 2022 Greater Dubuque Development Corporation reports there has been over
$805 million in new construction in Dubuque County creating over 1,000 jobs.
When developers submit an application to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for
Workforce Housing Tax Credits, they are required to attach both a Resolution of Support
from the municipality — and new this year, a Community Input Form. This allows the
municipality to provide insight into the impact each project will have on the City's housing
goals. The following projects have approached City staff requesting support to apply. Most
of these projects are located in Dubuque's downtown area, with one on the west end.
Millwork Flats, L.L.C. (1065 Jackson Street)
The City of Dubuque and Millwork Flats, L.L.C. entered into a Development Agreement on
June 17, 2024, for the creation of Sixty -Two (62) rental residential units with an investment
of approximately Seventeen Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($17,500,000.00) for
the construction of the units. Current modeling is closer to Seventy -Six (76) units with an
investment of approximately Twenty -Five Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars
($25,500,000.00).
Gronen Development, Inc. (5t" and Main Streets)
The City of Dubuque and Gronen Development, Inc. entered into a Development
Agreement on March 17, 2025, for the creation of at least Eighty (80) rental residential units
and 8,000 square feet of first -floor commercial space with an investment of approximately
Twenty -Four Million Dollars ($24,000,000.00). Current modeling is closer to One Hundred
Two (102) residential units with a total investment of approximately Twenty -Eight Million
Dollars ($28,000,000.00).
Wilson House Apts, LLC (1243 Locust Street)
The City of Dubuque and Wilson House Apts, LLC entered into a Development Agreement
on May 20, 2024 for the creation of Five (5) new residential units with an investment of
approximately One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000.00). The project
intends to use historic tax credits.
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1301 Central, LLC (1301 Central Avenue)
The City of Dubuque and 1300 Central, LLC are negotiating a Development Agreement
for the creation of Thirty (30) new residential units and approximately 9,000 SF of
commercial space with an investment of approximately Eight Million Dollars
($8,000,000.00). The project intends to use historic tax credits. City staff anticipate
bringing the Development Agreement to City Council for review and approval in June
2025.
CC15, LLC (320-380 Cedar Cross Road)
The City of Dubuque and CC15, LLC are negotiating a Development Agreement for the
creation of One Hundred Eighty (180) new residential units along Cedar Cross Road. The
Developer anticipates an investment of approximately Twenty -Three Million Four
Hundred Thousand Dollars ($23,400,000.00) to improve the Property in three phases of
60 units each. City staff anticipate bringing the Development Agreement to City Council
for review and approval on May 19, 2025.
Given the already demonstrated dearth of housing units in Dubuque — which as described
above has had an increase in population since 2010 of nearly 6,000 residents — and with
the pending need to house an additional several hundred students, faculty, and staff of the
proposed college of osteopathic medicine scheduled to open in 2028, it is imperative that
we support the construction of additional affordable housing options. The projects meet
one or more of these City Council goals: creation of additional affordable housing; located
in Dubuque's downtown; and the rehabilitation of an existing structure.
The addition of the Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credit to the capital stack improves the
viability of these projects, increasing the developers' ability to adequately address the
shortage of housing in the community.
RECOMMENDATION
I respectfully request City Council approval of the attached resolutions supporting the
aforementioned applications for Iowa Workforce Housing Tax Credits for housing
development in Dubuque. A Community Input Form also accompanies each resolution and
requires signature.
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Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
1065 Jackson Street
Developer Name:
Millwork Flats, L.L.C.
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? it Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
The project at 1065 Jackson will create 76 modern units in our Historic Millwork District which will
complement the apartments in the neighborhood that have rehabilitated historic buildings - thus providing a
mix of options that are attractive to our workforce This project meets two City Council priorities addition of
housing to the community[, and downtown housing
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next decade The University of Dubuque invested $60 million
dollars to expand its flight schnnl increasing Pnrnllment from 250 to nyPr 400 students nuhiiguP County
has seen over $800 million in indi istrial and cnmmprcial investment over the past 3 5 years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024 nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use prosy in a historic neighborhood, in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more livable
and walkable neighborhood-
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currents experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022, Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1 3% However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7 6% The study found that Dubuque will need 1 192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth. Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a priority,
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates 76 new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire need of additional
housing. Dubuque has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures that have been
rehabilitated, and this infill project will complement those offerings
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is creating additional housing in the Historic Millwork District, which has been identified in the
District's Master Plan as needing to increase The project is revitalizing a vacant and underutilized building_
—recognized through its award of the Grayfield Redevelopment Tax Credit —and is located in a highly
visible downtown district It includes first floor commercial and hospitality spare to support its residents and
the residents and visitors of the hrnader district The project alsn aligns, with the goals of the Imagine
niihii iu- ComprebenSive Plan
Date
Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
1065 Jackson Street
Developer Name:
Millwork Flats, L.L.C.
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? 91 Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
The project at 1065 Jackson will create 76 modern units in our Historic Millwork District which will
complement the apartments in the neighborhood that have rehabilitated historic buildings - thus providing a
mix of options that are attractive to our workforce. This project meets two City Council priorities: addition of
housing to the community, and downtown housing.
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next decade. The University of Dubuque invested $60 million
dnllars to Pxpand its flight school, increasing enrnllment from 250 to over 400 students_ nuhimuP C:nunty
has seen nvpr $800 million istrial and rnimmercial investment nver the past 3 -5 years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock. Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use property in a historic neighborhood, in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more livable
and walkable neighborhood.
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currenty experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022, Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1.192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth. Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a priority,
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates 76 new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire need of additional
housing. Dubuque has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures that have been
rehabilitated, and this infill project will complement those offerings.
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is creating additional housing in the Historic Millwork District, which has been identified in the
District's Master Plan as needing to increase. It also aligns with the Imagine Dubuque Comprehensive Plan.
City Official Signature Date
Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
5th and Main Street
Developer Name: Gronen Development, Inc.
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? 0 Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
This project proposes new c• • of 102•- - corner of • Main Streets.
• • • will have-&GOO-SFof ••r commercial space and is located immediately
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Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hi indr -d faculty and staff over the next decad . The I Jniv .rsity of Dubuque invested $60 million
dollars to Pxpc�ttS fl�ht sr.hnnl, inrrPasing PnrnllmPnt from 25n to nvPr 400 students DlihiiguP C'nunty
hac sPPn nvPr $Rnn million in industrial and Commprrial jpvPstmant over thelast 3 5yenn;
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housinq shortaqe crisis. Accordina to the US Census Bureau. the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6.000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use property along a highly visible corridor in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more
livable and walkable neighborhood.
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currenty experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022 Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1,192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should he a priority
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates one hundred two (102) new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire
need of additional housing. Dubuque also has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures
making redevelopment that much more difficult.
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is located at a highly visible intersection between the entertainment and business centers of the
downtown. This infill project will create additional housing for the downtown and introduce additional first
floor commercial activity meaning this project meets the neighborhood needs for the downtown as
identified in the Imagine Dubuque Compiehensive Plan This pro- _ .t is located directly oPposit . the new
nstenpathir�P sr:hediilPd to open in 2028
City Official Signature
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Date
Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
5th and Main Street
Developer Name:
Gronen Development, Inc.
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? 91 Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
This pro-lect proposes new c• • of 12 residential units at the cornerof • Main Streets. This 5
-story buildina will have 8,000 SIF of ••r commercial spaceand is -located immediately
,about 180 qttidp-its er class by 2030, eve-itually reac�itg 200 stude-its per class for a total e-iroltnett of
800 This• • - 1• - -t City Couticil-nriorities-• • • 1 of 'inusitin to th - • •1 1• • • • Vie creatio-ii of
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next decade. The University of Dubuque invested $60 million
dollars to expand its flight school, increasing enrnllment from 250 to over 400 students_ niihimiie C:niinty
has seen nvpr $800 million istrial and rnimmercial investment nver the past 3 -5 years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock. Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use property along a highly visible corridor, in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more
livable and walkable neighborhood.
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currenty experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022, Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1.192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth. Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a Priority,
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates eighty (80) new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire need of
additional housing. Dubuque also has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures making
redevelopment that much more difficult.
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is located at a highly visible intersection between the entertainment and business centers of the
downtown. This infill project will create additional housing for the downtown and introduce additional first
floor commercial activitv. meanina this oroiect meets the neiahborhood needs for the downtown as
City Official Signature Date
Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name: Wilson House Apartments
Developer Name: Wilson House Apts, LLC
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? iff Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
The City of Dubuque has long prioritized the rehabilitation and reuse of its unique existing downtown
historic architecture. The renovation of 1243 Locust Street would revitalize an existing structure that has
been vacant and underutilized for decades, This eject will bring five new residential rental units to a
neighhorhnnd located in the heart of downtown This Proj ..t meets three City Council goals addition of all
types of hnusing fnr the nommunitV, a fnr.us nn dnwntnwn hnusingMPVPInnment, and rPhahilitatinn of
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, 12 local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in Iowa in over 125
years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding over 700
hundred faculty and staff over the next decade The University of Dubuque invested $60 million dollars to
expand its flight srhnol inrr� enrnllment frnm 290 to nver 40n students DiihUquP C_ oiintVha, Seen
over $800 million in industrial and rnmmPrrial investment nver the�naSt i .9 Years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024 nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock and allow more housing opportunities for
future em.ployees of area businesses Additionally, this project will contribute to a more livable and walkable
neighborhood in the downtown district, having a positive economic impact on local businesses and
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currently experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022 Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a consulting firm to perform a housing study for the community. The annual homeowner
vacancy rate is 0.5% and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected local employment
growth by 2030 is estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1,192 new workforce
housing units by 2030 in order to meet the demand created by business growth Approximately 42% of
businesses interviewed said that housing should be a priority -
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Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
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be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
Wilson House Apartments
Developer Name:
Wilson House Apts, LLC
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? 91 Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
The City of Dubuque has long prioritized the rehabilitation and reuse of its exsitic historic architecture. The
property at 1243 Locust Street would revitalize an exisitng structure that is vacant and underutilized by
bringing new residential rental units to the street as well as introducing a commercial storefront on the first
floor_ This project meets 3 City Council finals addition of housing to the community, downtown location,
and rehahilitation of an existing hijildinq_
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next decade. The University of Dubuque invested $60 million
dnllars to expand its flight school, increasing enrnllment from 250 to over 400 students_ nuhimue Cnunty
has seen nvpr $800 million istrial and rnimmercial investment nver the past 3 -5 years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock. Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use property along a highly visible corridor, in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more
livable and walkable neighborhood.
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currently experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022, Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a consultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1.192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth. Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a Priority,
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates five new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire need of additional
housing. Dubuque also has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures making
redevelopment that much more difficult. This project is layering state and federal tax credits to create new
housing while preserving the significant architecture that sets Dubuque apart from other Iowa communities.
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is revitalizing a vacant and underutilized building in a highly visible neighborhood that is a
gateway corridor to the downtown coming from the west end. By bringing the property back into code
compliance. creatina additional housina for the neiahborhood. and introducina additional first floor
City Official Signature Date
Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name: 1301 Central Avenue
Developer Name: Miller Development
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form: Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
The City of Dubuque has long prioritized the rehabilitation and reuse of its existing historic architecture. The
property at 1301 Central Avenue would revitalize an existing structure that is vacant and underutilized by
bringing 30 upper story residential rental unit o the street as well as introducing a 9 200 SF commercial
storefront on the first floor This project meets 3 City Counril goals: addition of housing to the community -
downtown Incation,_and rehahilitation of an existing huilding
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next d ..ad . The I Iniv .rsity of Dubuque invested $60 million
dollars to expand its flight School increagi� Pnrnllment frnm 25n to nver 400 students niihimue Cniinty
How will the project impact the local economy?
The Citv of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau. the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock. Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use property along a highly visible corridor, in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more
livable and walkable neighborhood.
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currents experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022 Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7 6% The study found that Dubuque will need 1.192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a priority
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates 30 new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire need of additional
housing. Dubuque also has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures making
redevelopment that much more difficult This project is layering state and federal tax credits to create new
housing while preserving the significant architecture that sets Dubuque apart from other Iowa communities
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is revitalizing a vacant and underutilized building in a highly visible neighborhood that is a
gateway corridor to the downtown coming from the north end The City Council has prioritized the
revitalization of the Central Avenue Corridor. By bringing the property back into use creating additional
housing for the neighborhnod and introducing additional first floor commercial activity, this projPct meets
the neighhnrhnod needs fnr the dnwntnwn as identified in the Imagine nuhiiguP Cnmprphensive Plan
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Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
1301 Central Avenue
Developer Name:
Miller Development
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? 91 Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
The City of Dubuque has long prioritized the rehabilitation and reuse of its existing historic architecture. The
property at 1301 Central Avenue would revitalize an existing structure that is vacant and underutilized by
bringing 30 upper story residential rental units to the street as well as introducing a 9,200 SF commercial
storefront on the first floor. This eject meets 3 City Council goals: addition of hnusing to the community_
dnwntown Incatinn, and rehahilitation of an existing huilding_
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next decade. The University of Dubuque invested $60 million
dnllars to expand its flight school, increasing enrnllmPnt from 250 to over 400 students_ nuhimuP Cnunty
has seen nvpr $800 million istrial and rnimmercial investment nver the past 3 -5 years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock. Additionally, this project will create a
mixed -use property along a highly visible corridor, in a low-income census tract, contributing to a more
livable and walkable neighborhood.
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currenty experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022, Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1.192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth. Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a Priority,
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates 30 new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire need of additional
housing. Dubuque also has a large amount of historic or historic contributing structures making
redevelopment that much more difficult. This project is layering state and federal tax credits to create new
housing while preserving the significant architecture that sets Dubuque apart from other Iowa communities.
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is revitalizing a vacant and underutilized building in a highly visible neighborhood that is a
gateway corridor to the downtown coming from the north end. By bringing the property back into use,
creatina additional housina for the neiahborhood. and introducina additional first floor commercial activitv.
City Official Signature Date
Communities supporting a Workforce Housing Tax Incentive Program application are to complete this form. This is to
be filled out by the city where the project is being proposed and signed by a city official.
Community Name: City of Dubuque
Project Name:
320-380 Cedar Cross Road
Developer Name:
CC15, LLC
Printed Name of City Official Completing the Form:
Jill Connors, Economic Development Director
Is the type of housing proposed in this project a priority for the community? 91 Yes ❑ No
If so, explain why:
This project proposes new construction of 180 residential units along the busy corridor of Cedar Cross
Road on Dubuque's west end. This project meets the City Council priority of the addition of housing to the
Describe recent or planned business expansions that created a need for additional housing in the community and the
number and types of jobs to be created because of these expansions.
Since 2021, twelve local businesses have expanded their operations in Dubuque creating an additional 575
new full time jobs. The University of Dubuque is opening the first new medical school in the state of Iowa in
over 125 years. This new osteopathic college is scheduled to open in downtown Dubuque in 2028, adding
over 700 hundred faculty and staff over the next decade. The University of Dubuque invested $60 million
dnllars to Pxpand its flight school, increasing enrnllment from 250 to over 400 students_ niihimiiP C:niinty
has seen nvpr $800 million istrial and rnimmercial investment nver the past 3 -5 years
How will the project impact the local economy?
The City of Dubuque is in a housing shortage crisis. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of
Dubuque County grew by almost 6,000 people from 2010 to 2024, nearing a population total of 100,000 for
the first time ever. Through creating new residential housing, this project will have a tremendous impact on
the economy by reducing the strain on the current housing stock. Additionally, this project will create a six -
building apartment complex along a highly visible corridor near shopping and the west end industrial park,
Describe how housing is a barrier to job growth in the neighborhood or community.
Dubuque is currenty experiencing a severe housing shortage. In 2022, Greater Dubuque Development
Corporation hired a constultant to perform a housing study. The annual homeowner vacancy rate is 0.5%
and the annual rental vacancy rate is 1.3%. However, the projected employment growth by 2030 is
estimated to be 7.6%. The study found that Dubuque will need 1.192 new workofrce housing units by 2030
in order to meet the demand created by business growth. Approximately 42% of businesses interviewed
said that housing should be a Priority,
Describe how this project addresses the needs of the local housing market.
This project creates one hundred eighty (180) new workforce housing units at a time when the City is in dire
need of additional housing, so this project takes a large "bite" out of the housing shortage.
Describe the impact of this project on the neighborhood and how it meets the needs of the community.
This project is located along a highly visible corridor. This infill project will create additional housing for the
west end. near the west end industrial nark and sh000ina centers.
City Official Signature Date
Prepared by: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4213
Return to: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 E. 13th Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 174-25
SUPPORTING THE SUBMISSION OF AN IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY APPLICATION TO THE WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
BY MILLWORK FLATS, L.L.C.
WHEREAS, Millwork Flats, L.L.C. (Developer) owns the following described real
property in the City of Dubuque, Iowa:
CITY LOTS 384-387 & S 1/2 OF CITY LOT 388 (1065 JACKSON, 163 E 10TH);
locally known as 1065 Jackson Street (the Property); and
WHEREAS, Developer proposes to construct Seventy -Six (76) multi -family
residential units on the Property (the Project) and invest approximately Twenty -Five Million
Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($25,500,000.00) in the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Project is located in the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area which
has been so designated by City Council Resolution 123-67, on May 18, 1967 as a slum and
blighted area (the Project Area) defined by Iowa Code Chapter 403 (the Urban Renewal Law);
and
WHEREAS, the Project will support the City's efforts to create new housing
opportunities for a growing workforce within the community; and
WHEREAS, Developer has committed a significant amount of private financing to
the Project; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 403.6(1), and in conformance with the Urban
Renewal Plan for the Project Area adopted on May 18, 1967 and last amended on April 21, 2025,
City has the authority to enter into contracts and agreements to implement the Urban Renewal
Plan, as amended, including the issuance of Economic Development Grants and Urban Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations; and
WHEREAS, the City and Developer have executed a Development Agreement dated
June 17, 2024, including the issuance of a $500,000 Forgivable Loan and Urban Tax Increment
Revenue Obligations, (the Agreement); and
WHEREAS, Developer's application to the Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program,
will provide necessary tax credits and other benefits which will directly contribute to the
success of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the application to the Workforce Housing Tax
Credit Program by Millwork Flats, L.L.C. is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque and
should be supported
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Dubuque hereby supports the
submission of an Iowa Economic Development Authority Application to the Workforce
Housing Tax Credit Program by Millwork Flats, L.L.C. for necessary tax credits and other
benefits directly contributing to the success of the Project at 1065 Jackson Street,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th day of May, 2025.
. • 4--Mayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4213
Return to: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 E. 1311 Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 175-25
SUPPORTING THE SUBMISSION OF AN IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY APPLICATION TO THE WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
BY GRONEN DEVELOPMENT, INC.
WHEREAS, City is the owner of the following real estate located in the City of
Dubuque, County of Dubuque, State of Iowa, consisting of 0.67 acres,
BILK 17 DUBUQUE DOWNTOWN PLAZA
(the Property); and
WHEREAS, Gronen Development, Inc. (Developer) has requested that City sell to
Developer the Property together with all easements, tenements, hereditaments and
appurtenances belonging thereto (Property), and City has agreed to sell the Property to
Developer subject to and in accordance with the terms of an executed Development
Agreement dated March 17, 2025 (Agreement); and
WHEREAS, Developer desires to construct a total of One Hundred Two (102)
apartment units and 8,000 square feet of commercial space on the Property (the Project);
and
WHEREAS, the Project will support the City's efforts to create new housing
opportunities for a growing workforce within the community; and
WHEREAS, Developer has committed a significant amount of private financing to
the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Project is located in the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area which
has been so designated by City Council Resolution 123-67, on May 18, 1967 as a slum and
blighted area (the Project Area) defined by Iowa Code Chapter 403 (the Urban Renewal Law);
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 403.6(1), and in conformance with the Urban
Renewal Plan for the Project Area adopted on May 18, 1967 and last amended on April 21, 2025,
City has the authority to enter into contracts and agreements to implement the Urban Renewal
Plan, as amended, including the issuance of Economic Development Grants and Urban Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations; and
WHEREAS, once completed, the Agreement provides the Property 15 years of Urban Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations subject to a Minimum Assessment Agreement; and
WHEREAS, Developer's application to the Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program,
will provide necessary tax credits and other benefits which will directly contribute to the
success of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council find that the application to the Workforce Housing Tax
Credit Program by Gronen Development, Inc. is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque
and should be approved
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Dubuque hereby supports the
submission of an Iowa Economic Development Authority Application to the Workforce
Housing Tax Credit Program by Gronen Development, Inc. for necessary tax credits and
other benefits directly contributing to the success of the Project at 5th and Main Streets,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Passed, approved and adopted this 191h day of May, 2025.
Brad M. Cava, Mayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4213
Return to: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 E. 1311 Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 176-25
SUPPORTING THE SUBMISSION OF AN IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY APPLICATION TO THE WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
BY WILSON HOUSE APTS, LLC
WHEREAS, Wilson House Apts, LLC (Developer) owns the following described real
property in the City of Dubuque, Iowa:
The Northerly 64 feet of Out Lot No. 662A in the Town (now City) of Dubuque, Iowa,
according to the United States Commissioners' Plat of the Survey of said Town of
Dubuque
(the Property); and
WHEREAS, Developer plans to rehabilitate the existing structure to construct five
(5) multi -family residential units on the Property (the Project) and invest approximately
One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000.00) in the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Project is located in the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area which
has been so designated by City Council Resolution 123-67, on May 18, 1967 as a slum and
blighted area (the Project Area) defined by Iowa Code Chapter 403 (the Urban Renewal Law);
and
WHEREAS, the Project will support the City's efforts to create new housing
opportunities for a growing workforce within the community; and
WHEREAS, Developer has committed a significant amount of private financing to
the Project; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 403.6(1), and in conformance with the Urban
Renewal Plan for the Project Area adopted on May 18, 1967, and last amended on Apol 21,
2025, City has the authority to enter into contracts and agreements to implement the Urban
Renewal Plan, as amended, including the issuance of Economic Development Grants and Urban
Tax Increment Revenue Obligations; and
WHEREAS, the City and Developer have executed a Development Agreement dated
May 20, 2024, as amended, including the issuance of Urban Tax Increment Revenue
Obligations, (the Agreement); and
WHEREAS, Developer's application to the Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program,
will provide necessary tax credits and other benefits which will directly contribute to the
success of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the application to the Workforce Housing Tax
Credit Program by Wilson House Apts, LLC is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque
and should be supported.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Dubuque hereby supports the
submission of an Iowa Economic Development Authority Application to the Workforce
Housing Tax Credit Program by Wilson House Apts, LLC for necessary tax credits and other
benefits directly contributing to the success of the Project at 1243 Locust Street, Dubuque,
Iowa 52001.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th day of May, 2025.
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4213
Return to: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 E. 1311 Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. 177-25
SUPPORTING THE SUBMISSION OF AN IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY APPLICATION TO THE WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
BY 1301 CENTRAL, LLC
WHEREAS, 1301 CENTRAL, LLC (Developer) owns the following described real
property in the City of Dubuque, Iowa:
TRACT
Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 2 of Lot 3 all of the subdivision of the south half of Out Lot
456, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa according to the recorded Plats of said respective
Subdivision.
TRACT II.
The Middle 1/5 of Out Lot 449 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the United
States Commissioners' Map thereof.
The South'/2 of the North Middle 1/5 of Out Lot 449, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa,
according to the United States Commissioners' Map thereof.
The North 1/5 and the North '/2 of the North Middle 1/5 of Out Lot 449 in the City of
Dubuque, Iowa, according to the United States Commissioners' Map thereof.
Lot 4 of the South'/2 of Out Lot 456, and
Lot 1 of Lot 3 of the South'/2 of Out Lot 456, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according
to the recorded Plats thereof.
The Southerly 2/5ths of Out Lot 449 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the
United States Commissioners' Map of the Survey of Said Town of Dubuque, Iowa.
TRACT 111.
The North '/2 of the Middle 1/5 of Out Lot 456 in the City of Dubuque, Iowa,
according to the United States Commissioners' Map thereof.
Tract IV.
City Lot 449A in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the Plat recorded as
Instrument #16133-02, records of Dubuque County, Iowa.
(the Property); and
WHEREAS, Developer plans to rehabilitate the existing structure to construct thirty
(30) multi -family residential units on the Property (the Project) and invest approximately
Eight Million Dollars ($8,000,000.00) in the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Project is located in the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal Area which
has been so designated by City Council Resolution 123-67, on May 18, 1967 as a slum and
blighted area (the Project Area) defined by Iowa Code Chapter 403 (the Urban Renewal Law);
and
WHEREAS, the Project will support the City's efforts to create new housing
opportunities for a growing workforce within the community; and
WHEREAS, Developer has committed a significant amount of private financing to
the Project; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 403.6(1), and in conformance with the Urban
Renewal Plan for the Project Area adopted on May 18, 1967 and last amended on April 21, 2025,
City has the authority to enter into contracts and agreements to implement the Urban Renewal
Plan, as amended, including the issuance of Economic Development Grants and Urban Tax
Increment Revenue Obligations; and
WHEREAS, the City and Developer anticipate City approval of a Development Agreement
scheduled for public hearing June 2, 2025, including the issuance of Urban Tax Increment
Revenue Obligations, (the Agreement); and
WHEREAS, Developer's application to the Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program,
will provide necessary tax credits and other benefits which will directly contribute to the
success of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the application to the Workforce Housing Tax
Credit Program by 1301 CENTRAL, LLC is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque
and should be supported
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Dubuque hereby supports the
submission of an Iowa Economic Development Authority Application to the Workforce
Housing Tax Credit Program by 1301 Central, LLC for necessary tax credits and other
benefits directly contributing to the success of the Project at 1301 Central Avenue,
Dubuque, Iowa 52001.
Passed, approved and adopted this 19th day of May, 2025.
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
Prepared by: Jill Connors, Economic Development, 1300 Main Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4213
Return to: Adrienne Breitfelder, City Clerk, 50 E. 13th Street, Dubuque IA 52001, 563 589-4100
RESOLUTION NO. -25
SUPPORTING THE SUBMISSION OF AN IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY APPLICATION TO THE WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
BY CC15, LLC.
WHEREAS, CC15, LLC (Developer) owns the following described real property in
the City of Dubuque, Iowa:
Lot 2 of 2 of Mineral Lot 230, Lot 1 of Lot 3 of Mineral Lot 232, and Lot 2 of Merfeld
Acres, all in the City of Dubuque, Iowa and as shown on Exhibit A (the Plat) which is
currently being replatted to be known as Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Cedar Ridge Commercial
Park
at 320-380 Cedar Cross Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52003 (the Property); and
WHEREAS, Developer proposes to construct one hundred eighty (180) multi -family
residential units on the Property (the Project) and invest approximately Twenty -Three
Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($23,400,000.00) in the Project; and
WHEREAS, the Project will support the City's efforts to create new housing
opportunities for a growing workforce within the community; and
WHEREAS, Developer has committed a significant amount of private financing to
the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City and Developer have negotiated a Development Agreement
scheduled for consideration on May 19, 2025, (the Agreement); and
WHEREAS, Developer's application to the Workforce Housing Tax Credit Program,
will provide necessary tax credits and other benefits which will directly contribute to the
success of the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the application to the Workforce Housing Tax
Credit Program by CC15, LLC is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque and should
be supported.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the City Council of the City of Dubuque hereby supports the
submission of an Iowa Economic Development Authority Application to the Workforce
Housing Tax Credit Program by CC15, LLC for necessary tax credits and other benefits
directly contributing to the success of the Project.
Passed, approved and adopted this 191" day of May, 2025.
Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, City Clerk
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