Groundbreaking imminent at the Shops at Schmidts

Photo taken August 7, 2009

Get ready to say goodbye to Northern Liberties' largest vacant lot. Tower Investments intends to break ground next tuesday at 2nd and Girard on the first phase of the long-awaited Shops at Schmidts development. Half of the 100,000 square feet of retail space will be dedicated to a Pathmark supermarket, reputedly to be more upscale than its other stores. This development is key to filling in the gaps between Northern Liberties and Fishtown, while also aiding the resurgence of Girard Avenue itself.

Corner of 2nd and Girard. Rendering from Philebrity by way of Tower Investments

Some previous coverage, as well as more renderings, can be found in an earlier post.

Tower Investments erecting shopping center [Philadelphia Business Journal]