The Inland Empire is at a breaking point. More than a dozen groups throughout its vast 27,000-square-mile region are attempting to pass moratoriums on warehouse construction.

The nickname “Inland Empire” probably peaked in usage on maps and tourist literature decades ago, describing a region with Spokane at its center.

Opinions on Inland Empire boundaries are all over the map People take in the scenic view as they hike along a trail at the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park in Riverside on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022.

According to the latest NKF report, the office vacancy rate in the Inland Empire has hit a cyclical low at 8.5% overall and less than 7% West of the I-15.