Groundbreaking slated for Livonia Marketplace

Livonia, Mich. Livonia Phoenix LLC, an entity consisting of real estate companies Grand/Sakwa Properties, Lormax Stern Development and Konover South, said Monday it has scheduled the groundbreaking for the new Livonia Marketplace retail center.

The former Livonia Mall site is set to be transformed into a state-of-the-art open-air retail center, anchored by Wal-Mart and featuring more than 325,000 sq. ft. of retail space.

The groundbreaking ceremony is set for Aug. 27 at 11 a.m. in Livonia.

Livonia Marketplace will include a new Wal-Mart Supercenter accompanied by five additional multi-tenant buildings. Set on more than 40 acres, the project will feature architectural amenities with plentiful landscaping, designed to be harmonious with the area’s surroundings.

Wal-Mart construction is scheduled to start later this year, with all work set to finish in 12 to 18 months.