A Rapid Diagnostic to Kickstart Your Revitalization

Getting started doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch. The Main Street Assessment is a streamlined service designed to help communities quickly understand and quantify the current state of their downtown—and identify practical next steps.

Built for municipalities and BIAs that want to build momentum, align internal teams, or lay the groundwork for a larger strategy, this assessment brings together real data, local insight, and Canadian case studies in one focused package.

What’s Included 

The Main Street Assessment combines data analysis, on-the-ground observation, and community knowledge to deliver a high-impact diagnostic of your downtown: 

  • Downtown Snapshot & Walkabout – Guided downtown tour with CUI experts to observe conditions and spark early insight 
  • Baseline Data Scan – High-level demographic, economic, and business profile 
  • Initial Investment Gaps – Snapshot of retail mix, services, and public space opportunities 
  • Best Practices & Case Examples – Relevant ideas from across Canada 
  • Quick-Win Recommendations – 5 to 10 practical steps to guide short-term action 
  • Briefing Memo – A concise 5–7 page summary you can share internally or with council, boards, and funders 

Perfect for Communities Who Are:

  • Just getting started on main street or downtown planning
  • Looking to focus local programming and investment
  • Exploring BIA formation, CIP tools, or activation strategies
  • In need of a small but meaningful engagement to spark momentum
  • Updating outdated documents with a fresh, action-oriented scan 

Why Communities Use It 

  • Fast and Focused – Delivered in as little as 6–8 weeks
  • Action-Oriented – Immediate, easily implementable recommendations
  • Affordable and Scalable – Great, cost effective entry point for communities of any size
  • Designed for Internal Alignment – Helps departments and partners get on the same page 
  • Leads to Bigger Things – Sets the stage for a Downtown Strategy or deeper engagement 

Pricing

Main Street Assessment is available for a flat fee of $15,000. 

This includes all components—walkabout, data scan, profile, best practices, and a concise action memo—delivered within 6–8 weeks. 

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