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West Chester Township Announces $18.3 Million Land Purchase to Create Mill Creek District

Trustees unveil vision for multi-use development site and new public green space

Post Date:10/30/2025 11:00 AM

At a special public meeting held on Oct. 30, the West Chester Township Board of Trustees voted unanimously to move forward with a $18.3 million land purchase, acquiring approximately 75 acres of property located at the northeast corner of I-75 and Union Centre Boulevard. The township purchased this land to have better control over how the land was developed. This was an intentional decision to allow the township to steer the direction of development to better serve the community. 

The property will serve as the foundation for what is envisioned as the Mill Creek District, a transformative mixed-use development to activate a strategically located site for public use and private investment. The plan imagines a vibrant, walkable district anchored by the restored Mill Creek greenway, with opportunities for employment, recreation, and community gathering.

View looking towards the new mixed-use district from the conceptual pedestrian bridge over Mill Creek waterway

“Our community has seen enormous prosperity and growth in the past two decades, and this decision today is an important step in shaping our community’s future and ensuring long-term economic vitality,” Trustee President Mark Welch said. “By purchasing this prime real estate in the heart of our township, we can help guide development to benefit our business community and our residents.”

Located along I-75 between Cincinnati and Dayton in one of Southwest Ohio’s most visible and active economic development corridors, the site offers a rare opportunity to create a destination that connects commerce and community with the natural environment.

 

“This is a first step toward building the kind of central gathering place our community has long envisioned,” Trustee Lee Wong said. “The Mill Creek District concept captures the spirit of a true downtown, where people can live, work, shop, and come together to celebrate all that makes West Chester special. As a long-time resident, I look forward to watching this project take shape.”

 

 At this stage, the Township has completed a market analysis and created a conceptual framework that illustrates how the site could evolve over time. The framework outlines a mix of complementary uses, whichcould include the following:
  • Research & Innovation Space: 72,000 square feet of flexible R&D, laboratory, and tech-driven workspace
  • Office & Co-working Space: 454,000 square feet of modern office and co-working facilities
  • Retail, Dining, and Entertainment: 140,000 square feet, including a 15,000 SF food hall, 20,000 SF boutique grocery, and a mix of casual and fine dining options.
  • Residential Living: 130-150 multifamily units and 15 townhomes
  • Hospitality: 80–120 room boutique hotel
  • Public Green Space: 19.9 acres of restored creek corridor and green space, featuring trails and plazas for both passive and active recreation

 

A defining feature of the plan is the restoration and celebration of Mill Creek, which flows through the property. The greenway is envisioned as a public green space with a trail network that connects to existing infrastructure and developments such as Noble West Chester’s luxury apartment complex and GE Aerospace.

 

  Mill Creek District Visual v3

“The Mill Creek District is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to plan for growth that balances innovation with community character,” said Trustee Ann Becker.

A key feature of this project is the creation of a beautiful public greenway along Mill Creek that would link nearby destinations to build a more walkable, connected environment for residents and visitors.

"This new green space would offer a place for community gatherings and passive recreation in the center of the township,” Becker said.

  Mill Creek District Visual v2

 Township officials emphasized that the concept represents an early vision rather than a final plan, and that the project will involve partnership with a development team.

Future phases of the project will likely include additional research, public engagement, environmental studies, and site master planning.

“This initiative has been in the works for a long time and represents years of thoughtful discussion and collaboration,” Welch said.

“The opportunity to attract research, technology, and high-value employers to this site could be transformational for West Chester. While the design is still conceptual, the vision supports our long-term goals for innovation and economic growth.”

  Mill Creek District Visual v4

 


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