2017: Acquisition
58-acres of contiguous land formerly known as Executive Plaza was purchased under Dr. Altenkirch. The land sits immediately adjacent to UAH’s campus and was identified as a strategic expansion opportunity for the University.
2019: Planning
Perkins&Will was engaged by the University to explore the AOP with the Exploration Plaza site and create a unique college-town experience for UAH.
2021: Demolition
UAH partnered with the City of Huntsville to demolish the remaining existing structures to make way for new development.
2023: Due Diligence
Rieth Jones Advisors and PFM Financial Advisors were engaged by the University to complete due diligence through market sounding, a market and demand study, and financial feasibility analysis.
2024: Procurement
The University conducted a public procurement for a Master Developer, which included both a Request for Qualifications ("RFQ") and Request for Proposals ("RFP").
Early 2025: Partner Negotiation
UAH identified Capstone Development Partners and Lincoln Property Company as preferred master development partners.
Fall 2025: Pre-Development Activities
UAH received Board approval to negotiate and enter into a Pre-development agreement with Capstone Development Partners and Lincoln Property Company. This agreement initiates the design and pre-leasing phase of the project.
