Berwyn reports falling commercial vacancy, flags large outdated spaces for targeted redevelopment

Jan 28, 2026

City staff reported an adjusted commercial vacancy rate of 6.96%, down from 7.73% a year earlier, and recommended streamlining permitting, targeting incentives and subdividing large, outdated properties to reduce concentrated vacancies.

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Berwyn — City staff presented a commercial vacancy report to the council committee on Jan. 27 that shows a modest improvement in the city's commercial market but highlights concentrated long‑term vacancies in a small number of large, outdated buildings.

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