High Profile Location Welcomes New Business Construction

The Berlin Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the construction of a new 8,546 square foot office and retail building at 1166 Farmington Avenue, at the intersection of Lower Lane and Farmington Avenue.

The facility will house an Eye Care Center offering a full range services from an eye glass showroom to eye exams to comprehensive eye health services. Mary Gina Ratchford, MD will be relocating her Berlin office to the new building.

The property has been vacant since Lower Lane was relocated as part of the Stop and Shop redevelopment project.

Berlin Mayor Adam Salina praised the redevelopment plan, “Dr. Ratchford’s investment will help continue the revitalization of Farmington Avenue corridor. This property is located at a key intersection in the midst of our commercial area. The Eye Care Center will add to recent improvements in the vicinity including the Farmington Savings Bank and Liberty Bank projects, the ongoing creation of Veterans Memorial Park and the Town’s streetscape project.  We look forward to the groundbreaking.”