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Meijer Transforms Vacant Clinton Twp. Shopping Center
9 Jun
Summary
- A 76,000-square-foot Meijer grocery store will replace a vacant Big Lots.
- The new Meijer will focus on grocery and pharmacy, not a full supercenter.
- Redevelopment aims to spur further growth and fill commercial vacancies.
In Clinton Township, a significant redevelopment project is underway at the Regional Shopping Center, located at Gratiot and 15 Mile. Breakpoint Investments has acquired a former Big Lots store, planning to transform it into a 76,000-square-foot Meijer. This new Meijer will primarily feature grocery, deli, bakery, and pharmacy services, omitting larger retail sections like electronics or garden centers found in supercenters.
This development is anticipated to significantly boost the area's economy, with township officials viewing it as a crucial catalyst for future growth and increased investment. The project includes demolishing old structures and undertaking essential underground work, such as installing water and sewer lines. Residents can anticipate the Meijer store to open by Spring 2028, addressing a decade-long need for a grocery store in the southern part of the township.
The redevelopment also involves demolishing a long-vacant teppanyaki grill to make way for a Meijer gas station. Filling such commercial vacancies is a key strategy for expanding Clinton Township's tax base, particularly as a bedroom community facing challenges from online retail. This project aligns with the Downtown Development Authority's broader planning initiative for the Gratiot corridor, aiming to guide future investment and improvements based on community input.
