Downtown Berkeley's bustling Center Street has transformed from a vibrant restaurant hub to a deserted landscape, with ten eateries shutting down as a developer's ambitious project is delayed. The plan aimed to introduce a 26-story residential building along with commercial space but has yet to commence. This stagnation reflects a broader issue for city officials; while many urban centers have suffered amidst post-pandemic struggles, Berkeley faces an increasing number of empty sites. Currently, not one housing project is underway, raising concerns over the district's future economic resilience.
The once lively Center Street is now a shadow of itself; ten restaurants have closed as new construction plans are delayed, leaving the area in limbo.
John Caner notes that the timing of the construction project led to unfortunate vacancies, highlighting the challenges city leaders face in maintaining a vibrant downtown.
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