The sign of a healthy and growing downtown is the growth of its property value. Olathe looks to increase downtowns value by revitalizing and redeveloping aging residential and commercial real estate and in turn improve the attractiveness and sustainability of the built environment. Additionally, Olathe's downtown has historically been a government center, by investing in shopping, dining, entertainment, and living opportunities, downtown can be a place to fulfill the daily needs of citizens and employees, all while promoting a unique place and experience.