Regent Street will get a makeover in 2027 as a part of a broader effort to accommodate new development and create a more pedestrian-focused corridor, but community members are questioning whether the project will drive up costs and accelerate gentrification.
The redevelopment will span the area between Randall Avenue and South Park Street and will include wider sidewalks and terraces, underground power lines and pedestrian safety improvements such as shorter crosswalks and potential raised crossings.
The street is popular with both locals and students, with many coffee shops, bars and longtime Madison establishments like Greenbush Bakery flanking the future construction zone…