Agenda Date: 11/10/2026
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Economic Partnership Incentive Agreement Discussion for Chachi’s Italian-American
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From: James L. Becklenberg, City Manager Prepared by:
Rachel King, Economic Development Director Jamie Ney, Senior Economic Development Specialist Presentations: Rachel King, Economic Development Director Jamie Ney, Senior Economic Development Specialist
PURPOSE:
To discuss a request for an economic partnership incentive agreement (“Agreement”) with Chachi’s Italian-American, LLC (“Applicant”/“Chachi’s”), an Italian-American steakhouse restaurant proposed in the downtown area located at 2589 W. Main Street.
LONG-TERM OUTCOME(S) SERVED:
Vibrant Community with Rich Culture; Robust and Resilient Economy
DISCUSSION:
Downtown Littleton is a highly visible and trafficked area in the city. Property activation is an important component in attracting and maintaining visitors in Littleton. 2589 W. Main Street, located on the corner of Main Street and Curtice Street, has been vacant for multiple years. It has seen interest from a variety of businesses throughout these years, some generating minimal to no sales tax, and was recently purchased by a building ownership group in January.
The size and layout of this building present barriers in leasing the space to a small, independently owned retailer or restaurant, as these businesses often seek smaller footprints to minimize overhead costs and manage upfront investment. This creates a limited pool of potential tenants willing and able to fill the space.
Chachi’s intends to occupy 6,140 square feet of this prominent building on Historic Main with an Italian-American steakhouse concept. This concept will comprise of approximately 235 seats with opportunity to add additional seating upstairs. The large format space on the second floor provides flexible dining and event space. This flexible space diversifies the business’ operating and revenue model to reduce volatility in the off-peak...
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