Moving forward: Franklin officials consider TIF district to help build retail space near The Rock

FRANKLIN (WITI) -- Plans for a new retail project near The Rock Sports Complex are moving forward.

Mike Zimmerman, the owner of The Rock is eyeing over eight acres along Loomis Road for the project.

Franklin officials will consider creating a tax incremental financing district to help build infrastructure for the project.

Currently, the state owns the land, but Zimmerman is attempting to purchase it.

The development could include retail space, a hotel and more.

CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.