New development district sparks Berlin Turnpike mixed-use growth
The creation of a special development overlay district in 2019 has spurred a recent boom in mixed-use projects along the busy Berlin Turnpike. Since its inception more than three years ago, the Berlin Turnpike Development Zone has allowed building plans that combine residential with retail and commercial projects. Historically, residential units were not permitted along the turnpike except in a very small section, Economic Development Director Chris Edge said.
Source: hartfordbusiness.com