PROJECTS
Fairport IDA

About the Project

In 2007, the Fairport IDA purchased the former Department of Public Works (DPW) site for redevelopment. Since then, the IDA has entered into a sale and purchase agreement with a local entrepreneur and developer.

The property sits on nearly 2 acres of waterfront. The proposed redevelopment is a mixed-use concept that includes 33 residential units and a 5,000 square foot building that will be a gourmet pizza and wine bar featuring Casa Larga Brands. A pocket park, gazebo, boat docks and site amenities will allow public access to the Erie Canal waterfront.

Upon completion, the project will extend the Finger Lakes Wine Trail from Perinton to the Village of Fairport and will provide more choices in the local residential/housing market.

The total project cost is estimated at $5.2 million.

In the Media
August 22, 2008: Rochester Business Journal
January 7, 2009: Fairport-East Rochester Post
April 2009: Village of Fairport Spring Newsletter 
December 2009: Restore NY Grant for demolition 
December 9, 2009: MPNnow.com 
March 2010: Demolition completed

About the Project
This renovation project broke ground in January 2009 and was completed in October. It builds on OCED's commitment to downtown revitalization. A second story expansion adds height, dimension and much needed space in the heart of the Village's commercial district, increasing Main Street's appeal to the small business owner.

About the Owner
Sebastian Curatolo has been a small business owner in Fairport for over 25 years. He successfully operated Arrivederci's before selling the business. He now acts as a developer and leasing agent for several buildings and properties under his ownership.

About OCED Assistance
OCED's $330,000 financial package consists of a low-interest loan and a Main Street grant from the NYS Office of Community Renewal. The total project cost is about $400,000.

About the Project
This successful 2008 project provided another addition to the culinary development on Liftbridge Lane East. Mulconry's Traditional Irish Pub and Restaurant opened in May 2008 after the former building on this site was demolished and the current two-story structure erected. The first floor consists of 2,400 square feet and the second floor provides another 1,778 square feet with outdoor rooftop seating.

About the Owners
Damien Mulconry is originally from Cork, Ireland and has worked in the food and beverage industry for over 10 years in both Ireland and New York City. Here in Fairport he fulfilled his dream of opening up his own Pub. Owen McCarthy is his partner in this endeavor.

About IDA Assistance
The Fairport IDA put together a financial package consisting of a low-interest loan and a grant from the New York State Main Street Program. The total project cost is close to $1,000,000.

In the Media
March 17, 2009: Democrat & Chronicle
July 11, 2010: Democrat & Chronicle
August 1, 2010: Toronto Sun

About the Project
The owners of this property started renovating the “Deland House” in 2004. In 2006, the Fairport IDA got involved to assure the continuing restoration of this historic building that has been listed on The National Register of Historic Places. The goal was to maintain the original character of this 20,000 sq ft house and enhance the existing Main Street appeal.

About the Owners
Matt and Stephanie Laurence purchased the property in 2004 and initiated major renovations in order to reopen The Green Lantern Inn. They can host groups of up to 300 guests in this unique historic banquet facility. Matt Laurence is a Fairport native and has extensive experience in the hospitality industry.

About IDA Assistance
The Fairport IDA put together a $130,000 financial package consisting of a low-interest loan and a grant from the New York State Main Street Program. The total project cost is close to $300,000.

About the Project
This building was formerly occupied by the Village Gifts gift shop. In 2006, Liftbridge Properties, LLC bought and renovated the property, with the Fairport IDA holding the mortgage. The following year the premises have been adapted to accommodate The Blue Cactus Mexican Grille whose Mexican owner now rents the space and operates a fine authentic Mexican restaurant. This is yet another culinary business on Liftbridge Lane East, which makes this street near the Canal even more frequented and attractive. 

About IDA Assistance
The Fairport IDA assisted this project with a $150,000 low-interest loan. The total project cost was about $250,000.  

About the Project
Donnelly’s was the first business to start “restaurant” lane on Liftbridge Lane in 2004. The owners invested private sector money into the purchase and renovation of the property and turned it into a much frequented bar and restaurant. 

About the Owners
The partners Scott Donnelly and Joe Bonafede combine years of experience in the restaurant industry. They showed great commitment in building up this now well-known Fairport hot spot. 

About IDA Assistance
In order to stabilize the location on Liftbridge Lane, the Fairport IDA bought the property out of foreclosure and invested into infrastructure improvements (lights, pavement, curb). The IDA provided business assistance to the owners of Donnelly’s and supported them with a loan after flood damage.

About the Project

Kennelley Park is situated right on Main Street near the Liftbridge, overlooking the Erie Canal.

The Fairport IDA invested in this public infrastructure project by providing matching funds and upgrading the gazebo by replacing beams, floors, steps, railings and fresh paint. The park has been opened up to Main Street with new pedestrian lights, plants, flowers, brick pavers, benches and signs.

Kennelley Park is often frequented in the summer and has become a central event site, hosting a weekly Summer Concert Series.

The total project cost was $125,000.

About the Project

Upgrades and improvements to this public parking lot included the construction of the Albert Knapp Memorial Pavilion, with support from the Fairport Rotary, with brick pavers, a pocket park, 300' cedar fence, bollards, plants, shrubs and trees, brick piers and a decorative iron archway at the entrance.

Fairport Junction is utilized for retail space and a stage site for the annual Fairport Canal Days. In the winter, an ice skating rink occupies part of the parking lot.

The total project cost was $225,000.

About the Project
The Fairport IDA issued $2.63 million in bonds to redevelop and expand this now vibrant building on the Erie Canal in the heart of the business district. The IDA made the project feasibly by entering into a land lease agreement with Casa Associates. Today, the Box Factory has a variety of commercial tenants on its first floor (Towpath Cafe, Lickety Splits), and the second and third floors are fully occupied with professional, real estate and financial service firms.