Altoona Container Park
A case study in community revitalization and small business development
The Altoona Container Park—branded as The Yard—represents a forward-thinking approach to small business development, community placemaking, and downtown revitalization. Developed by the City of Altoona with significant support from the Wisconsin Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant Program, the project successfully transformed underutilized property into a vibrant mixed-use public space. This report summarizes the best practices and lessons learned from the planning, design, and implementation of the project.
