🌧️ One year later, Eastgate Crossing is still a reminder that resilience is part of commercial real estate.

Jul 15, 2026 | News

After Tropical Storm Chantal caused an estimated $11 million in damage, many businesses have reopened—but not all. Some spaces remain vacant, while others are being backfilled with new tenants.

For property owners and business owners, severe weather is becoming more than an insurance issue—it’s an asset management issue.

📍 Key takeaways:
🏢 Resilient building design matters.
🌊 Flood mitigation can reduce future downtime.
🔄 Tenant retention and backfilling space are critical after major disruptions.
🤝 Strong community support can accelerate recovery.

As extreme weather events become more common, long-term property performance will depend not only on location, but on preparedness.

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https://abc11.com/post/tropical-storm-chantal-caused-11-million-damage-when-slammed-chapel-hill-year-ago-eastgate-crossing-recovering/19458018

Dylan Cunningham

J Dylan Cunningham, CCIM is the founder of Oak Street Commercial Real Estate, LLC, a firm located in Apex, NC on a mission to help business owners and commercial real estate owners create long-term strategies that align with their objectives through real estate.

We believe in going beyond the transaction, taking a deep look at where you want to be in five, ten or even twenty years from now—and how we can help you get there with thoughtful, strategic decisions today.