Grocery Outlet Sought Permits for Second Bend Store
The discount grocer has applied to renovate a former Staples location on the north side of the city.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Grocery Outlet has filed renovation permits with the Bend Building Safety Division to establish its second store in the city. The retailer intends to occupy the former Staples site located on the north end of Bend, situated adjacent to Home Depot.
Why it matters
This expansion would double the grocery chain's local footprint in Bend, where it currently operates one existing store at SE Third Street and Wilson Avenue. The proposed location aims to leverage an existing retail space for its second regional outlet.
The company has proposed a second store location in Bend, bringing its total planned footprint to two sites. The application was submitted to the Bend Building Safety Division to renovate the former Staples retail space.
The players
Grocery Outlet
This is an American discount grocery retailer headquartered in Emeryville, California.
Bend Building Safety Division
This is the local municipal agency responsible for reviewing building renovation permits.
The details
The proposed store is positioned to utilize the vacant building on the north end of the city next to Home Depot. Grocery Outlet currently manages its operations from its headquarters in Emeryville, California.
Timeline
The permit application details were published on October 12, 2026.
Market Landscape
This project follows a national trend of retailers repurposing vacant big-box real estate to expand their market presence. By selecting an existing structure near other major retailers, the company is optimizing its footprint against local competitive grocery environments.
Residents on the north side of Bend may gain a new discount grocery option if the renovation permits are approved and construction proceeds. The store will join the company's existing local presence, potentially providing a new convenient shopping location for neighborhood shoppers.
The takeaway
Repurposing vacant retail spaces allows established brands to expand their physical footprint without the delay of new ground-up construction. Consumers should monitor local development updates to track when this site may become accessible for shopping.
Further reading
For more updates on local retail shifts, visit the Bend Openings & Closings.
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