Jul
23
WPG to Revamp Indiana Mall
ByWashington Prime Group intends to spend $17 million on the transformation of Markland Mall into a hybrid shopping center, which incorporates both enclosed and open air spaces.
Washington Prime Group Inc. will redevelop Markland Mall in Kokomo, Ind., by investing $17 million in the addition of several new open-air retail spaces. As part of the approximately 84,000-square-foot renovation, the company plans to bring new tenants into the spaces formerly occupied by a department store. This anchor space was previously occupied by Sears, which closed following a lease expiration.
Located at 1114 17th St., the mall is the only regional enclosed center within a 40-mile radius, which makes it the dominant retail destination in the area. Indianapolis is roughly 60 miles away…
