The Farmers and Mechanics Trust Co. building, at Market and High streets in the heart of West Chester, is ready to reopen after a one-year renovation, writes Bill Rettew for the Daily Local News.

The six-story building dates back to 1908. It was the tallest building in the borough until the Justice Center opened in 2008.

The structure was owned by the F&M Bank that went out of business during the Great Depression in the 1920s. At one time, the building housed 70 offices. Each office had a sink and running water, which was a big selling point in 1908.

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During World War II, the Civil Air Patrol manned the roof. The Daily Local News once occupied the building and Continental Bank was a long-term mainstay on the ground floor.

Current owner Tom Myles purchased the building in November 2013. During renovations, all electric, mechanical, and HVAC were replaced. The building will feature high-efficiency heat pumps and LED lighting. Original mosaic tile and interior brickwork were unearthed and will be displayed, along with walnut flooring and an exposed ceiling.

Read more about the Farmers and Mechanics Trust Co. building in the Daily Local News by clicking here.

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