for the Ashley Landing site and recommended a number of improvements to the shopping center's owners for revitalization. The city proposed an extensive overhaul of the property in an attempt to make it a neighborhood gathering place, complete with redesigned buildings that would include retail, offices and residences. Design elements such as new store facades, extensive landscaping and brick pedestrian crosswalks were proposed. Representatives from The Cordish Company indicated that they were interested in the city's plans but could not commit to any revitalization efforts due to existing store leases. It was announced on February 5, 2014 that Faison Enterprises Inc. of Charlotte, NC acquired Ashley Landing for $19.2 million. Faison is currently undertaking an extensive renovation, revitalization and expansion of the property and adding new tenants that are better suited to the area. While initial and substantial improvements are underway, Faison has indicated that this is a long-term redevelopment project. In conjunction with the redevelopment plans, Faison also acquired the adjacent vacant former Piggly Wiggly building and adjoining property located on Sumar Street, which was later sold to the City of Charleston. Faison Enterprises spun off a majority of its retail holdings in 2017, including Ashley Landing, to a newly formed sister company, Wintergreen Capital. References The Post & Courier article on revitalization of Ashley Landing (formerly Ashley Plaza Mall) The Post & Courier article on Condon's Department Store closing The Post & Courier article on Carolina Pottery closing and lawsuit filed by Ashley Landing owners The Post & Courier article on area revitalization efforts City of Charleston Design Charrette Plans for Ashley Landing (old Ashley Plaza Mall) Charleston Regional Business Journal Article on proposed Ashley Landing upgrades sought by the city The Post & Courier article on Bumper-to-Bumper Auto Parts joining center The Post & Courier article on Faison Enterprises Inc.'s acquisition of Ashley Landing External links Wintergreen Capital - owner of Ashley Landing Ashley Landing DeadMalls.com article on Ashley Plaza Mall General Cinemas locations in 1983 Cinema Treasures article on General Cinemas at Ashley Plaza Mall Buildings and structures in Charleston, South Carolina Shopping malls in South Carolina Shopping malls established in 1970 The Cordish Companies