Creating a Long-term Vision
The concept map illustrates potential changes to land and building use, ecology and open spaces, transportation, and parking, among other topics. This is just one possible scenario based on the current needs of the campus and community.
This is a long-range plan, with flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the university and community over the next 30 years.
Any development envisioned throughout the planning process and in the final plan will first require and be preceded by the identification of, and in some cases, the development of new, appropriate spaces for existing facility uses and parking.
Design Principles
Spark Discovery
By enhancing critical mass of research and innovation in close proximity to one another.
Transportation and Mobility
Essential elements to developing a modern and accessible district.
Embrace Cultural and Historical Significance
Invest in our area’s rich and complex history, in particular acknowledging the ties to the original Native Nations land, Teejop.
Create a Sense of Place
Providing a mix of uses to foster connection and a welcoming campus environment.
Enhance the Natural Environment
Creating open spaces and connections to Lake Mendota.
Prioritize Walkability
Strengthen the pedestrian network and create a network of close destinations.
Building Legend for Concept Maps
Concept Maps
Phase 1
Replace Biotron facility with collaborative research and office space.
Phase 2A
Relocate the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Greenhouses on campus in a manner consistent with the CALS master plan. Add residential and retail space, and parking.
Phase 2B
Add research, office, lab and collaborative space around WARF. Renovate WARF building into a hotel and conference space.
Phase 3
Plan and relocate McClimon Track and Soccer complex on campus. Add research office, lab and collaborative space; parking; and residential space.
Phase 4
Replace Lot 60 with a new Track/Soccer complex. Add residential and hotel space. This is a concept for the track, as the campus continues to look for other opportunities.
Contact Us
Have a specific question or want to provide feedback? Email us at wcdp@realestate.wisc.edu. One of the project members will respond to your message as soon as possible.