This week instead of asking "What Would You Put Here?" we're taking a look at what might be coming to fill the void at the corner of Elm and East Broad Streets.

Following a four-year vacancy, the building at 154 E. Broad St., formerly occupied by a bank, could find itself with a new tenant: Urban Outfitters.

The international chain, whose closest shop is located in Montclair, is known for selling men's and women's apparel in addition to a wide selection of kitsch (think vintage lunchboxes and boxing nun dolls.) The retailer is seeking approval to convert the use of the vacant building to a retail use.

The Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building to hear and consider an appeal for bulk and use variance relief from requirements of the Westfield Land Use Ordinance.  

The first floor, the mezzanine and a portion of the basement would be used as retail space. Other sections of the basement would be used for receiving, storage, office use and an employee area. 

Sherry Cronin, executive director of the Downtown Westfield Corporation, said while the building is "beautiful," it has been difficult to fill because it is so vast, with over 5,000 square feet of leasable space.

The plans and application are on file in the office of the Town Engineer, 959 North Avenue West and may be seen Monday through Friday from 8:30  a.m. to 4:30 p.m.