The village of Ossining is seeking a private developer to work with in renovating a downtown architectural landmark, the former Ossining Bank for Savings, for new uses for both village residents and visitors.
- The former Ossining Bank for Savings, a landmark in the village’s downtown business district. File photo
Village officials have issued a request for proposals from qualified developers to redevelop the vacant 5,200-square-foot property at 200 Main St. in either a private venture or public-private partnership. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Beaux Arts building was constructed in 1908 and operated as a bank for the next 75 years. The building, on a 6,100-sqauare-foot parcel at the intersection of Main Street and Route 9, was donated to the village in 2003.
Ossining Mayor Victoria Gearity in a press release called the prominently sited building “the gateway to our downtown. The business or organization that breathes life into the historic Ossining Bank for Savings will be a powerful force in the revitalization of our Main Street.”
Officials said the village seeks a developer with a good track record, sound financial backing, and commitment to implementing creative, quality development in a timely manner.
The RFP for the property is available online at villageofossining.org. Responses are due by 4:30 p.m. May 15.
“Ossining is arguably the highest return on investment in Westchester for business owners and residents alike,” said Ingrid Richards, Ossining”™s manager of downtown and economic development, in the announcement. “We are focused on equitable community development and strive to create a sustainable foundation for retail business and a local marketplace.”
For more information or to schedule a walk-through of the 200 Main St. building, developers should contact Richards at irichards@villageofossining.org or 914-941-3554.
