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The Lancaster Mall area is a target for expansion in order to drive more usage to the west side’s shopping area.
City council voted on the first two readings of a bill to approve a partial street closure on Fairville Boulevard in order to begin construction on commercial developments.
Ben Cressman with Strathallen Capital says the hope is that by beginning the work, west side residents will utilize the area more regularly.
“We really hope that it’s a springboard, and will help gain some momentum for our ultimate project: Lancaster Mall,” Cressman said during a public hearing portion of Monday’s council meeting.
There is no set schedule for work on the west side mall.
“As everyone knows, it needs some TLC and attention,” said Cressman.
Council approved the first two readings of the street closure, and a third will come forward at a subsequent meeting.
