By Joel Moreno, KOMO News Reporter
Publication Date: 2026-01-09 22:46:00
REDMOND, Wash. — Anticipation is building among small businesses throughout Redmond for an economic boon once Microsoft workers end their remote assignments next month and return to the office.
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In preparation, Microsoft is securing additional office space in the city.
KOMO News has reached out to the tech giant as well as city officials to confirm reports that Microsoft renewed its lease at the Redmond Town Center as well as the Millennium Corporate Park, which is near downtown Redmond.
Combined, these facilities offer nearly 900,000 square feet of office space.
When large companies require employees to end remote work and return to the office (RTO), the effects typically ripple through local economies and nearby small businesses.
There can be more foot traffic and spending at restaurants, cafés, and coffee shops as office workers take lunch breaks or visit shopping districts before…
