Request for Proposals: FUSE Restaurant Pad

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Request for Proposals for Development Partnership associated with the properties at: 105 N. Trenton Street Caromont Health Park / FUSE Restaurant Pad Gastonia, North Carolina April 13, 2026 1 Request for Proposals Table of Contents I. Introduction / Background II. Proposed Scope of Work III. General Submittal Requirements and Information IV. Evaluation Criteria V. Additional Information 2 I. INTRODUCTION / BACKGROUND The City of Gastonia, North Carolina (the City) is soliciting and accepting Development Proposals from interested and qualified firms for providing development services for 105 N. Trenton Street located at the northeast corner of Caromont Health Park near the scoreboard. This is an opportunity for a developer to be part of the exciting FUSE experience by bringing a new restaurant to the stadium. The city-owned property features approximately 8,500 square feet of open green space and 4,249 square feet of existing roof space that are available. The ballpark construction was completed in 2020 with a total investment of approximately $30 million. The project completion comes as an important step towards investing in the redevelopment of Downtown Gastonia and the FUSE District. Located a short drive from Uptown Charlotte and the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Gastonia is the largest municipality in Gaston County and the second-largest in the rapidlygrowing Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The strong MSA-level trends have led to Gastonia’s resurgence as a residential destination for families in neighboring counties, with approximately 35% of families moving to Gaston County coming from Mecklenburg County. Much of the recent investment in Gastonia’s core stems from the creative exciting, amenity-rich offerings in and around Downtown. Downtown Gastonia has been under transformation with new living opportunities in Center City Crossings offering urban downtown living with market rate apartments. Webb Custom Kitchen is a destination restaurant attracting visitors from around the region and was featured in Forbes Magazine. The Esquire offers a boutique hotel option for guests looking for an upscale experience. The Gastonia Conference Center offers a 5,200 square foot grand ballroom that can seat up to 400 people. With more properties under redevelopment, Downtown Gastonia is trending in a positive direction for growth.