The project will transform the site into a mixed-use destination while preserving the building of the former bank.
HILLIARD, Ohio — The site of a former bank in downtown Hilliard will be transformed into a new dining and retail development.
According to a release from the City of Hilliard, the Hilliard Development Corporation entered into an agreement with The Westwood Collective for the purchase and redevelopment of the former Chase Bank located on the corner of Main and Norwich streets.
The project will transform the site into a mixed-use destination while preserving the building of the former bank. The city says it plans a sit-down Italian restaurant to occupy the building, while a new mixed-use building will be built on the neighboring parking lot.
The new building will feature dining and retail space on the ground floor. There will also be a limited number of luxury apartments on the upper level.
When the project is done, the development will provide more parking spaces than currently exist on the property.
Westwood Collective CEO Andy Warnock and his company manage several commercial and residential properties throughout Hilliard and central Ohio.
“We are thrilled to bring these exciting new additions to Downtown Hilliard,” Warnock said. “As a Hilliard local and business owner, it’s especially meaningful to invest in the community my family calls home. We believe this project will complement the character of downtown while creating new opportunities for residents, visitors and local businesses.”
The mixed-use development will eventually become part of an already robust downtown area. Downtown Hilliard currently features a food hall and brewery, several restaurants, a bakery, a splash pad and other establishments.
Downtown Manager Angela Zody said the project represents another important step in the continued evolution of Downtown Hilliard.
“This development is a tremendous investment in the future of Downtown Hilliard,” Zody said. “These new amenities will strengthen our downtown district and enhance the experience for residents and visitors. We’re excited to partner with a local developer who shares our vision and commitment to this community.”
Additional details and project timelines will be announced as plans move forward.
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