Bringing New Life to Historical Red Wing (Press Release)
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February 13th, 2023
WEB CONSTRUCTION BRINGS NEW LIFE TO FORMER GOODHUE COUNTY NATIONAL BANK
HISTORIC BUILDING IN DOWNTOWN RED WING
(RED WING, MN) – WEB Construction Co. Inc, known for their innovation and impact in the areas of commercial construction and development, is partnering with Plaid Hat Management and Bright Pixel Design on the renovation and change of use to the former Associated Bank building in Red Wing’s downtown district on the corner of 3rd and Bush. The renovation includes the full commercial property development of both the 4-story and 2-story sections of the building.
History
The 4-story corner commercial building was originally built in 1904 as the Goodhue County National Bank by architect Lowell Lamoreau, with 2-story expansions to the north in 1969 and 1987.
First listed for sale in 2016, the then current tenant, Associated Bank, then vacated the property in 2018.
Community Excitement
Having sat vacant for over 4 years, the community shares in the excitement of new life being brought to this notable piece of Red Wing’s downtown district.
“Being right in the heart of downtown Red Wing, finding and moving toward redevelopment has been a focus of the City of Red Wing. We are excited to see interest in the building and of course, housing is a key component of redevelopment downtown and looking for ways to revitalize our downtown and bring new energy. We are excited that the work is being put in to preserve the history of the building.”
- Kyle Klatt, Community Development Director, City of Red Wing
Plans for the Future
This nearly 120 year old commercial and office building is being completely renovated in its interior and converted to mixed use of commercial retail space on the street level combined with residential. Elegant bank theming will be incorporated throughout the building and the structure itself will maintain its historic exterior.
Visions of the community room design include the essence of a bank vault and therefore be referred to as “The Vault”. Current plans include 3 units on the garden level in addition to the community room mentioned. There will be 6 units making up the street level along with 2 retail/commercial spaces. The 2nd level will hold 10 units, while levels 3 and 4 will each have 4 additional units.
The only exterior items the community might notice after the renovation would be updated, efficient windows.
WEB Construction
In 1968, a grain bin erection company, originally started in 1963, was incorporated as WEB Construction Company by Jerry Williams and two friends. In 1994, Jerry’s son, Josh, joined the business and assumed the role of President and CEO in 2019. WEB Construction has exploded into a highly pursued player in commercial development, construction, construction project management, and general contracting throughout southern Minnesota. Despite their exponential growth, WEB continues to stay true to their original mission of Quality and Integrity Building Form and Function.
For more information, visit: https://www.webconmankato.com/ or call 507-387-1667.
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