For years, despite being a major economic center for retail in Fairfield County, Brookfield has lacked a walkable downtown area.
Most of the large economic activity was centered on Federal Road heading toward Danbury.
In 2016, construction began on a project known as "Brookfield Village", which will create a downtown district consisting of sidewalks, street lamps, and parallel parking.
Dozens of retail storefronts and residential apartment buildings (more than 1,500 units) are also being developed in this area, which has gained attention from retailers and will promote further development in the area.
In conjunction with other retail developments on Federal Road and with the completion of Phase I of the newly revitalized district, many new restaurants, stores and boutiques have recently opened in the Town Center District.
For years, despite being a major economic center for retail in Fairfield County, Brookfield has lacked a walkable downtown area. Most of the large economic activity was centered on Federal Road heading toward Danbury. In 2016, construction began on a project known as "Brookfield Village", which will create a downtown district consisting of sidewalks, street lamps, and parallel parking. Dozens of retail storefronts and residential apartment buildings (more than 1,500 units) are also being developed in this area, which has gained attention from retailers and will promote further development in the area. In conjunction with other retail developments on Federal Road and with the completion of Phase I of the newly revitalized district, many new restaurants, stores and boutiques have recently opened in the Town Center District.
Brookfield, Connecticut