in 2016, the mall's new owners drew up plans for a $30 million renovation, funded partly by a loan from the county's economic development incentive fund. under the plan, the mall would be more outward facing, with a "main street" atmosphere, and with outside access to some restaurants. completion of the renovation was expected by the 3rd quarter of 2017, with the mall having a new wood and glass facade, energy efficient upgrades, new lighting, new security system, and new restrooms. plans also include 75,000 square feet of office space.