A local developer wants to replace vacant buildings downtown with bocce courts.
The Troiani Group wants to create First Place Outdoor Recreation and Entertainment, a group of four outdoor bocce courts at the intersection of First Avenue and Market Street.
In a presentation with the city planning commission, Steven Regan said the lots are currently dilapidated buildings.
“They’re condemned for a reason, they are in a dire structural situation, exterior brick has been falling off for some time,” said Regan.
Developers proposed a gated facility, which would include an ADA court, picnic table and special events.
Regan says it would help bring people in different office buildings and the community together.