Chandler Downtown Redevelopment

A downtown center rich in history and ripe for new development

The City of Chandler has worked toward revitalizing and restoring Historic Downtown Chandler to its original character in order to create a unique and exciting destination for both visitors and new developments. 

The Chandler Commercial Historic District has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since September 2000.  The business district was an integral part of the model town of Chandler, conceived with “The City Beautiful Movement in Arizona, 1895-1920.”  The development of towns in Arizona prior to 1920 generally occurred without reference to any overall plan.  Towns sprang up as trading centers or to support nearby economic enterprises, and their forms evolved as an aggregate of the narrow needs and interests of the various property holders.  The City of Chandler was one of the few exceptions to this pattern as urban form was a major consideration in development.

Historic Downtown Chandler continues to be the heart of the community where the dream of a “City Beautiful” began.  Restoration of the building facades has brought back the historic backdrop of the early 1900s with modern day commerce.  The area is now home to many arts and cultural facilities, restaurants, unique shops, and annual festivals. To learn about Downtown events and shops, visit:
 
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