By 1812Blockhouse
A key building on one of the main intersections of downtown Shelby is available for development.
The city’s Community Improvement Corporation (CIC), the building’s owner, is accepting development proposals for the two story structure, known locally as The Shaw Building. It stands at 57 and 59 West Main Street at the corner of Main and Gamble Streets.
According to the CIC, applications will be evaluated based on the proposed investment’s overall impact on the Shelby community and its economy. After review, if a proposal is selected, CIC will award and convey the property to the selected applicant.
Proposals must be received electronically by February 28.
The Shaw Building is of brick construction and dates to the 1870s. Because of its age, the downtown area’s listing on the National Register of Historic Places, and Shelby being a Certified Local Government as designated by the National Park Service, financial incentives are available for developing the property.
More information can be found here.
The Shaw Building is on the left side of the image above and below, with blue paint on the front left facade.
Source: Shelby CIC; Photo: 1812Blockhouse
