TX CDC and Waveland Community Development Allocates $45 Million New Market Tax Credits to Mills Building, El Paso, Texas

The newly renovated Mills Building has created a pedestrian-friendly ground floor and striking new facade, that will surely draw each walker to stop and marvel at its splendor. The 12-story, 138,000 square foot structure dates back to 1911, when it was among the tallest monolithic concrete buildings in the United States. Vacant for years, the Mills Building was part of a $67 million redevelopment and now houses the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and El Paso Passport Agency and its 30 new employees. Scheduled to open soon, at the premium location, are retail shops, restaurants; with banquet facilities, a coffee shop and corporate offices. The Mills building anticipates it will contribute 695 totals jobs for the community.