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From $200 Million Redevelopment Project Faces Zoning Hurdles in Hicksville

How could the Broadway Commons redevelopment affect Gotham's mixed-use property development?

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New mall redevelopment may increase competition for Gotham's Hicksville property The $200 million redevelopment of the former Broadway Mall into Broadway Commons will significantly increase commercial density in Hicksville. This overhaul, which includes a 90,000-square-foot second-level IKEA expansion and a new BJ's Wholesale, changes the local market dynamics. Since Gotham is currently developing a mixed-use property within Hicksville, the influx of major retail and commercial activity could alter the local real estate landscape and increase competition for commercial space.

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  • Oyster Bay officials are weighing the final approvals of a $200 million redevelopment of the former Broadway Mall in Hicksville.newsday.com
  • The new mall will be 1.3 million square feet, including a 90,000-square-foot second-level Ikea expansion.newsday.com
  • The project includes the creation of a new BJ's Wholesale and a fueling station.newsday.com
  • Gotham is currently developing a mixed-use property situated within the boundaries of Hicksville.newsday.com

Why it matters

For Gotham, the viability of its mixed-use development hinges on the local commercial environment. A massive influx of new retail and commercial tenants, like IKEA and BJ's Wholesale, changes the demand and supply of commercial space in Hicksville. This increased density could raise operating costs or intensify competition for tenants and buyers in the area.

This redevelopment is part of a larger effort to revitalize the area surrounding Hicksville's Long Island Rail Road station. The mall has struggled with vacancy issues, with Macy's closing in 2020 and Old Navy leaving in 2023. The new plan, which includes knocking down the vacant 300,000-square-foot former Macy’s department store, signals a major shift in the local real estate market.

What we don't know yet

  • Will the new commercial density lead to increased commercial property values in Hicksville?
  • How will the zoning board's final approvals affect the timeline of the Broadway Commons project?

What would change this answer

The zoning board denies the request to lower parking requirements or allows fewer variances.The redevelopment timeline could be significantly delayed, reducing the immediate competitive pressure on Gotham.
The developer secures all five key variances quickly and proceeds with construction.The increased commercial density will arrive sooner, making the competitive impact on Gotham more immediate and certain.

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