Provo Council to Vote on Towne Centre Plan Oct. 20
The City Council will decide on a massive redevelopment project that includes 1,380 new residential housing units.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Apartments
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The Provo City Council is scheduled to vote on a redevelopment plan for the Provo Towne Centre on October 20, 2026. This proposal aims to transform the existing site into a mixed-use development featuring housing, retail, and entertainment.
Why it matters
The redevelopment seeks to modernize the mall property by integrating significant residential options alongside established retail tenants. Approval would trigger a transition period for current residents at the Shady Acres Mobile Home Park, which occupies land owned by the project developer, Brixton Capital.
The plan includes 1,300 rental apartments and 80 for-sale townhomes, while retaining anchor tenants Target, J.C. Penny, and Cinemark. Brixton Capital has offered Shady Acres Mobile Home Park residents an 18-month transition window and a $10,000 relocation fee.
The players
Provo City Council
This is the governing legislative body for Provo, Utah, responsible for approving zoning changes and general plan amendments.
Brixton Capital
This investment and management firm owns the land occupied by the Shady Acres Mobile Home Park and is the developer behind the mall proposal.
Jeff Whitlock
He serves as a member of the Provo City Council and has publicly stated his support for the proposed redevelopment project.
The details
Brixton Capital has negotiated with city staff to balance the project with new amenity space, walkability, and transit access. The proposal necessitates specific zoning and general plan amendments to convert the existing mall property into a multi-use site.
Timeline
October 6, 2026: Council held a work session on the redevelopment proposal.
October 14, 2026: Councilman Jeff Whitlock voiced support for the project.
October 20, 2026: The Provo City Council is scheduled to vote on the concept plan.
Culture Shift
The proposed redevelopment reflects the broader trend of converting underutilized regional shopping malls into mixed-use, high-density residential hubs. This transition moves Provo away from auto-centric retail layouts toward integrated living spaces that combine housing with anchor commercial tenants.
Residents of the Shady Acres Mobile Home Park are directly impacted by the requirement to relocate within the 18-month transition period if the plan is approved. The public will see changes in density and transit access around the Provo Towne Centre, shifting the availability of rental and for-sale housing in the area.
The takeaway
This development represents a major shift in how the city utilizes large commercial tracts to address regional housing demand. Local stakeholders and residents should prepare for the procedural changes regarding land use and residential relocation that will follow the upcoming vote.
What happens next
The Provo City Council is scheduled to hold a final vote on the redevelopment concept plan on October 20, 2026.
Further reading
For more context on local residential developments, visit Provo Apartments.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Herald.
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