THE WALK at Norwalk Entertainment District |
THE WALK at Norwalk Entertainment District is an opportunity for a sustainable mixed-use environment that includes food and beverage options, chef-inspired restaurants, local and boutique shops, entertainment, and free events accessible to the public. It will be connected by activated plazas and open spaces and anchored by the existing movie theater and hotel.
PROJECT FEATURES
- Landscaped plazas and green spaces
- Local and boutique shopping
- Fine and casual dining
- Convenient movie theater and hotel access
- Free public events
- Residential components that will enhance the vibrancy the district
A CONVENIENT LOCATION
The Norwalk Entertainment District will be centrally located and accessible to the local community by foot, bicycle, and public transit. The site will give access to enticing dining and shopping experiences to Norwalk residents within a 1-mile radius, or 20-minute walk. The project will also be easily accessible to surrounding communities within a 3-mile radius, or 20-minute bicycle ride.
PUBLIC BENEFITS
- Local hiring for construction
- Generate new city revenue
- Address sales leakage
- Generate new tax revenue
- Local hiring by tenants and vendors
- Expanded events and programming
- Delivering a sense of place
OPEN SPACES AND EVENTS
The expansion of the Norwalk Entertainment District will transform the Civic Center into the vibrant heart of daily life for all Norwalk residents. The reimagined plaza will provide ample green space for locals to relax outdoors and enjoy more frequent and varied events.