PLYMOUTH — The City of Plymouth is actively seeking proposals for the redevelopment and future use of its historic firehouse and city hall property.
This initiative presents a unique opportunity for developers, businesses, community organizations, and preservationists to contribute to the revitalization of downtown Plymouth by reimagining this significant local landmark.
Interested parties are encouraged to review the comprehensive details and submission requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals (RFP) that you can see at our website at max983.net.
Any other questions or to discuss this opportunity further, please feel free to contact the Mayor’s Office directly at 574-936-6717.
REQUEST FOR SOFT PROPOSALS REGARDING THE USE OF PLYMOUTH’S HISTORIC FIRE HOUSE & CITY HALL
The Historic Fire House & City Hall Advisory Committee to Plymouth Mayor Listenberger is seeking soft proposals from parties interested in the long-term use and operation of the former fire house and city hall building located at 220 North Center Street. The proposals are not binding, and the Committee can accept any or reject all proposals. Those submitting proposals deemed by the Committee to demonstrate logical planning, the ability to sustain operations, and offer substantial public benefit, whether for-profit or non-profit entities, shall be invited to submit and present more detailed proposals to the Committee at a later date. It is the intent of the City of Plymouth to retain ownership of the building.
The Old Fire House & City Hall property is located at 220 North Center Street, a block west of the historic commercial district, across from the Plymouth Library, next to the Plymouth Post Office, and two blocks south of the Marshall County Courthouse. The property includes off-street public parking on its north side that may also be considered for program development. The building was constructed in 1875-1876 as the original combination Plymouth Fire House-City Hall and appears to be the oldest of its kind in the state of Indiana. The building has approximately 1,500 square feet on the first floor and 1,500 square feet on the second floor. The first story has modern offices and toilet rooms; the second story has the original city hall chamber and fire pole, as well as modern toilet rooms and elevator. It is currently being used as a daycare facility. Exterior and interior photographs of the building accompany this request for proposals. Plan drawings of its current configuration is at the end of this document. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is within the Plymouth Downtown Historic District, which may provide rehabilitation tax credit or grant assistance for qualifying work.
The soft proposals should not exceed four pages and indicate use, ownership structure, ability to sustain operations and maintenance, and approximate number of individuals, employees, or market, that would benefit from the proposed use. Please include name and contact information and forward the proposal to the City of Plymouth, Mayor’s Office, 124 North Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. All proposals must be received by 4:00 p.m. August 29, 2025.
