Downtown Superior History

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1997

Annexation of Land

The Town of Superior annexes 156 acres of vacant land, laying the groundwork for what will become Downtown Superior.

2006

Formation of the Urban Renewal Area

The annexed land is incorporated into the Superior Urban Renewal Authority to support redevelopment and infrastructure investment.

Early 2010s

Ranch Capital Acquires the Property

Ranch Capital, LLC (RC Superior) purchases the land with plans to develop Downtown Superior, including 817,000 sq. ft. of commercial and retail space, 1,400 homes, and 46 acres of open space.

Ranch Capital also creates and manages the Downtown Superior website and Facebook page.

2012

Master Plan Approved

The Town Board approves the Downtown Superior Master Plan, outlining the vision for a mixed-use, walkable downtown.

2017

Construction Begins

Initial construction starts on infrastructure and foundational elements of Downtown Superior.

2012

Core Infrastructure + Sports Stable Open

Construction of primary infrastructure is completed.

The Blue Sports Stable opens, becoming an early anchor of the district.

2019

Main Street Mixed Use Plan Approved

The plan for Main Street commercial units, live/work spaces, and multi-family housing surrounding the Town Center is formally approved.

2021

New Development + Ownership Transfers

Carmel Partners purchases 10.4 acres in the heart of Downtown Superior to build a mixed-use project with 405 multi-family units and Main Street commercial and live/work spaces.

Ranch Capital transfers ownership of public parcels—including the plaza and sidewalks—to the Metro District.

2024

First Main Street Businesses Open

Initial businesses along Main Street officially open, activating the district’s commercial core.

2025

Town Takes Ownership of the Plaza

The Town of Superior acquires the Downtown plaza from the Metro District, solidifying long-term public stewardship of this community space.