WESTMINSTER, Colo. — In downtown Westminster, Tattered Cover Book Store recently closed and a planned food hall and office buildings still have not opened there. However, the city of Westminster’s dreams of a spirited downtown are very much alive.
After filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in October, Tattered Cover closed the book on three locations it opened since 2021. Its Westminster location operated for less than two years.
Lindsey Kimball, Westminster’s economic development director, said the decision to close was disappointing as the bookstore was a crucial aspect of creating a well-rounded neighborhood for residents and visitors to enjoy. However, she thinks the space won’t be hard to find a new tenant and its location could be attractive for a bar or restaurant as Tattered Cover had its own full bar there.
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