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Rochester transforms downtown with Main Street Commons project
By Local Rochester news desk
Rochester is redeveloping its Downtown area with the Main Street Commons project, which will create a new pedestrian-friendly public space.
The project will divide the existing E. Main Street superblock into two walkable urban block lengths and provide space for outdoor dining and small-scale entertainment.
Design for the project is expected to occur from 2026 to Fall 2027, with construction anticipated to start in Summer 2028.
This brief was written automatically from an official City of Rochester announcement. Read the original announcement.
Original announcement: City of Rochester ↗