Summary
The city gave developer Mandell Group more runway on the long-awaited Spring Mall redevelopment, extending the construction deadline to April 30, 2027 because a merger slowed its fundraising. The developer says it's 70% of the way to raising equity and will remove asbestos and relocate utilities.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost to the city stated, but the extension keeps the redevelopment moving on city-backed terms.
Residents waiting for the Spring Mall site to be redeveloped, plus the developer who needed more time.
Residents worried about traffic, parking, and neighborhood character could feel the downside, especially if the 257 units add congestion without matching infrastructure.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Common Council - Oct 20, 2026
The city gave developer Mandell Group more runway on the long-awaited Spring Mall redevelopment, extending the construction deadline to April 30, 2027 because a merger slowed its fundraising. The developer says it's 70% of the way to raising equity and will remove asbestos and relocate utilities.
Common Council - May 19, 2026
The Council negotiated and approved the first amendment to the Spring Mall development agreement after closed-session discussion of the city's bargaining position.
Plan Commission - Mar 10, 2026
A certified survey map combining all parcels comes before the commission next month — a key step before the Spring Mall/Mandal redevelopment can break ground.
Common Council - Mar 3, 2026
The city is applying for a WEDC Idle Sites grant to help demolish the old 123,000 sq. ft. building at the former Spring Mall. Mandel Group bought the 23.85-acre site in 2025 and is lining up options and financing — this could be the turning point for a long-vacant eyesore at 76th Street.
A former shopping center's planned redevelopment into 257 apartments is taking a step forward
A former shopping center's planned redevelopment into 257 apartments is taking a step forward Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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