Plymouth Approves Sixty Two Million Redevelopment For Plymouth Plaza
The City of Plymouth just approved one of the most significant suburban redevelopment projects in the Twin Cities. The sixty two million transformation of the aging Plymouth Plaza will reshape a high visibility corner at County Road 6 and County Road 101, bring new housing options, and reintroduce commercial activity to an area that has struggled for years.
What The Project Includes
The redevelopment covers a six and a half acre portion of the property. The plan includes one hundred ninety five apartments, with twenty percent reserved for households earning sixty percent of the area median income. This makes the project one of the larger mixed income developments approved in the west metro in recent years.
The commercial component adds fourteen thousand two hundred thirty eight square feet of new space. The existing sixty five thousand square foot structure will be reduced to twenty two thousand forty six square feet. The end result is a smaller footprint, better site flow, and a more modern approach to suburban land use.
The city approved four point seven six eight million in tax increment financing to address demolition, infrastructure, and affordability requirements. Without public participation, the site challenges and costs likely would have delayed redevelopment for years.
Why Plymouth Backed The Project
Council members highlighted the need for additional housing and the limited amount of developable land left in the city. With two major roadways, the location allows for higher density without pushing traffic deep into established neighborhoods.
Some residents raised concerns about traffic, parking, and school impacts. City leaders countered that shifting retail patterns have led to underperforming strip centers across the region. Redevelopments like this prevent further decline and attract the businesses residents want.
What Happens Next
Construction on the new commercial building is expected to start early next year. Once that phase is underway, demolition of the remaining portions of the old center will begin, followed by residential construction.
This project is a strong sign of where suburban development in Minnesota is heading. More mixed income housing. More walkable layouts. Better long term land use.
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