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Rockville’s Empty Storefront Problem: A Failure of Policy and Priorities
Rockville Town Center suffers from high rents and low demand, leading to empty storefronts. The post-pandemic shift to remote work and the rise of online shopping reduced foot traffic. Community resistance to mixed-use development and ineffective leadership further exacerbated the problem. Urgent action is required to revitalize the area and attract businesses.