FAQs

What is The District at Lycoming Valley?

The District at Lycoming Valley is a major redevelopment of the former Lycoming Mall property in Muncy, PA! The project is transforming the former mall site into a vibrant regional destination with retail, restaurants, hospitality, entertainment, and other commercial uses. The redevelopment will bring new investment, new jobs, and new amenities to Lycoming County while revitalizing a property that has struggled for years.

What businesses are coming to The District?

Bass Pro Shops has committed to the project and will serve as the anchor of the redevelopment. The development team is actively working with a variety of national, regional, and local retailers, restaurants, and hospitality brands. Additional tenants will be announced as agreements are finalized. The District is designed to become a regional destination that attracts visitors from across Central Pennsylvania.

Is Bass Pro Shops being built inside the mall?

No. Bass Pro Shops will be located at the site of the former Best Buy building, which will be redeveloped and expanded to accommodate the store.

The finished store is expected to be roughly 77,000+ square feet. Bass Pro stores are designed as destination outdoor retail experiences that typically require large open floor plans, tall ceilings, and specialized building features that are difficult to accommodate within a traditional enclosed mall structure. Locating the store in a standalone building allows the space to be designed specifically for the Bass Pro concept.

What will happen to the existing mall building?

Portions of the existing mall may be demolished and redeveloped in phases. This approach allows the property to transition from a traditional enclosed mall into a modern mixed use commercial district over time.

When will construction begin?

Development will occur in phases. The initial phase includes construction of the Bass Pro Shops store, a Wawa location, and a hotel.

Bass Pro Shops construction is anticipated to begin this year pending final permit approvals. The land development design for Wawa is currently underway.

Later phases of the project may include demolition of portions of the existing mall and construction of additional buildings as tenants finalize plans and approvals are obtained. No demolition of any major structure is required for the initial phase of development.

Will there be restaurants and entertainment?

Yes. Restaurants, gathering spaces, and entertainment oriented businesses are a key part of the redevelopment vision. The goal is to create an active destination where people can shop, dine, and spend time with family and friends.

How will this project benefit the community?

Redevelopment of the former Lycoming Mall property will bring new jobs, investment, and long-term economic growth to Lycoming County while transforming an underperforming property into a vibrant regional destination.

Independent economic impact analyses project that the development could support approximately 900 permanent jobs and more than 500 construction jobs.

Economic impact analyses estimate that the project could generate significant new tax revenue over a 30-year period, including approximately:

• $25.3 million for the Muncy School District

• $5.4 million for Muncy Township

• $13.2 million for Lycoming County

• $324 million for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

In addition to job creation and tax revenue, The District will introduce new shopping, dining, healthcare services, and entertainment options that will attract visitors from across the region and help keep consumer spending within Lycoming County.

What is the LERTA program?

The project is located within the Lycoming Mall Revitalization Area, which includes a Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) program. LERTA allows taxes associated with redevelopment improvements to be phased in over a 10-year period.

The existing tax base of the property is not reduced and remains fully taxable during redevelopment.

Economic impact analyses prepared for the project account for the LERTA program and still project substantial new tax revenue for Lycoming County, Muncy Township, and the Muncy School District.

Are there opportunities for local contractors or businesses to work on the project?

Yes. As development progresses, there will be opportunities for local contractors and service providers to participate in construction and future phases of the project.

Businesses interested in working with the development team are encouraged to reach out through the project contact link below.