The parking garage next to Tempe city hall is going up fast and most are looking forward to its completion. Why you ask? Why would anyone care about another parking garage in downtown Tempe? Well, for obvious reasons, additional parking is very good for the downtown environment. But, that isn't why we are looking forward to it. This garage will also be wrapped at the street level with retail space thus hiding it's more mundane purpose. Here is a rendering of what it will look like:
No word yet on who the retailers, or cafes may be. But, we'll report here as soon as we know. We'll keep our fingers crossed that they can draw some good tenants even in this slower market. Here is a current photo of the construction progress:
Others are interested too! Here is a link to an Arizona Republic Article on the garage: City of Tempe Parking Garage with Retail
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