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The redevelopment of the former Willingboro Town Plaza site requires careful planning and attention to detail.  One of the project challenges is preparing this dormant 56-acre parcel of land for new construction.  In particular, existing structures need to be demolished and the site generally needs to be properly prepared to support modern buildings with attendant infrastructure.  Phase one of this process began on November 5, 1998.

            The ReNEWal redevelopment plan goes beyond simply cleaning up the property.  The project team intends not to just restore, but to truly enhance the property.  These enhancements include creating significant green spaces, providing an ideal location for retailers, senior housing development, light industrial and corporate uses and public institutions.  These green spaces are intended for public use, attracting members of the Willingboro community and residents of neighboring towns.

            After an extensive analysis of the site’s existing buildings, the potential these buildings have for reuse, the condition of the site’s existing infrastructure, the site’s environmental condition and other factors, the ReNEWal Realty team determined a phased course of action for the property’s restoration.  Phase one will include the demolition of approximately 10 buildings while the parcel’s existing water, sewer and electric infrastructure will be preserved.

            The general environmental conditions of the property are good.  However, there are a number of minor environmental issues that need to be addressed.  These include some low-level hydrocarbon contamination from previous uses, asbestos conditions in some buildings and poor drainage at some locations within the site’s boundaries.  ReNEWal has engaged the appropriate professionals to assess and address these conditions, and will restore the site to a condition superior to the one in which control was acquired.