Renovation of a retail development in Middletown, Ohio. Completed plans call for the renovation of a retail development.

https://www.bizjournals.com/dayton/news/2025/06/09/middletown-towne-mall-redevelopment-demolition.html The City of Middletown, Ohio, has secured a $2.5 million state grant for the demolition of the Towne Mall site, marking a significant step in its redevelopment into a mixed-use community hub. Project Overview Location: Middletown, Ohio, adjacent to Interstate 75 Project Type: Demolition and redevelopment of a former shopping mall Estimated Start Date: Demolition activities are expected to commence in 2025 Estimated Project Value: $10 million (purchase price); additional funding for demolition and remediation is being sought Primary Use: Mixed-use development, including residential, retail, and entertainment spaces Status: Planning and preparation phase Key Stakeholders Owner: City of Middletown Developer: To be determined through a forthcoming Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process Consultants: RINKA (master planning), Community Center Partners (pre-development planning) Funding Agencies: Warren County Port Authority, Ohio Department of Development Scope and Plans The redevelopment plan envisions transforming the 31-acre site into a vibrant town center. Concepts include pedestrian-friendly streets, small-format retail spaces, restaurants, office facilities, and potential cultural destinations such as a performing arts theater or conference center. A central park or green space is also proposed to serve as a community gathering area. Notably, Planet Fitness is expected to remain on-site, with plans for a standalone facility. Demolition and Remediation The $2.5 million grant will facilitate the removal of existing structures and environmental cleanup, preparing the site for future development. The city aims to have the land "shovel-ready" for developers by the end of 2025. This initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalize Middletown's urban landscape, complementing other projects such as the nearby Renaissance Pointe development. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________