Stirling Properties and CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. Officially Announce New Stores Coming to Fremaux Town Center
Stirling Properties and CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE: CBL) officially announce the addition of four new tenants to Phase I of Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, Louisiana. Phase I is approximately 350,000 square feet anchored by Kohl’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Best Buy, T.J.Maxx, and Michaels. Construction is moving along as scheduled with a grand opening scheduled for March 2014.
Joining the previously announced tenants are:
- Verizon Wireless, the first national wireless provider in the United States to build and operate a large-scale 4G LTE network, the most advanced wireless network technology available, with speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G.
- Mattress Direct, a specialty retailer of foam, Serta and Tempur-Pedic mattresses.
- Bellagio Nail Spa, a luxury nail care salon committed to providing you the highest standard in salon services, offering manicures, pedicures, waxing and more.
- Anna’s Linens, one of the largest retailers of home textiles and home decor items.
The Developer also recently closed on the sale of 1.13 acres at $19.00 per square foot to the ownership of Panera Bread for its Fremaux Town Center location and scheduled to open April 2014. Once complete, the 80+ acre Fremaux Town Center will consist of two phases. Phase II will include up to 320,000 square feet of additional retail space anchored by Dillard’s and is scheduled to open in Spring 2015.
For leasing information, please contact Ryan Pecot by telephone at 337.572.0246 or by email at rpecot@stirlingprop.com or Rodney Gordon by telephone at 423.553.8704 or by email at rodney_gordon@cblproperties.com.
For information on available outparcels, please contact Ryan Pecot or Robert Snetman by telephone at 423.490.8333 or by email at robert_snetman@cblproperties.com
Stirling Properties and CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. Announce New Stores Coming to Fremaux Town Center
Fremaux Town Center (Progress as of August 31, 2013)
COVINGTON, LA and CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – September 5, 2013 – Stirling Properties and CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE: CBL) announce the addition of five new national tenants to Phase I of Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, Louisiana. Phase I is approximately 295,000 square feet anchored by Kohl’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Best Buy, T.J.Maxx, and Michaels. Construction is moving along as scheduled with an anticipated opening of Spring 2014.
Joining the previously announced tenants are:
- Cheddar’s, an inviting neighborhood restaurant offering hand-made, high quality food at a reasonable price, will occupy 8,000 square feet. This will be Cheddar’s first Southeast Louisiana location.
- Kirkland’s, a leading specialty retailer of home décor, will occupy 7,000 square feet. This will be the retailer’s third location in St. Tammany Parish.
- Panera Bread, a bakery-café bringing the tradition of freshly baked artisan bread to neighborhoods in cities throughout the country, will occupy 5,000 square feet. This will be Panera Bread’s second St. Tammany location with a store already located in Covington.
- Carter’s, a leading brand of children’s clothing, gifts and accessories, will occupy 4,000 square feet. This marks the retailer’s first location in East St. Tammany.
- Massage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of affordable massage and spa services, will occupy 3,000 square feet. This will be the second St. Tammany Parish location for the retailer.
“We are excited to bring these highly regarded retailers to the Slidell market,” said Townsend Underhill, Stirling Properties’ Senior Vice President of Development. “Their commitment to this project demonstrates the quality of this development and the strength of our regional economy.”
“The addition of these new stores and restaurants will complement and enhance the existing line-up of great retail names,” said Michael Lebovitz, CBL’s EVP – Development and Administration. “Fremaux Town Center continues to receive strong demand and is sure to be a first-class retail destination for Slidell and the entire region.”
Once complete, the 80+ acre Fremaux Town Center will consist of two phases. Phase II will include up to 320,000 square feet of additional retail space anchored by Dillard’s and is scheduled to open in Spring 2015.
For leasing information, please contact Ryan Pecot by telephone at 337.572.0246 or by email at rpecot@stirlingprop.com or Rodney Gordon by telephone at 423.553.8704 or by email at rodney_gordon@cblproperties.com.
For information on available outparcels, please contact Ryan Pecot or Robert Snetman by telephone at 423.490.8333 or by email at robert_snetman@cblproperties.com
About Fremaux Town Center
Fremaux Town Center will be located on more than 80 acres at the southwest corner of Interstate 10 and Fremaux Avenue in Slidell, LA. Slidell is the largest municipality in St. Tammany Parish on the northern shore of Lake Pontchartrain near the city of New Orleans. With its interstate location and high-visibility, Fremaux Town Center is expected to become a regional destination. Currently under construction, Fremaux Town Center Phase I is scheduled to open Spring 2014 and will include retailers such as Kohl’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Best Buy, T.J.Maxx, Michaels, PetSMart, ULTA Beauty, Cheddar’s, dressbarn, Kirkland’s, Versona Accessories, Rack Room Shoes, Panera Bread, Lane Bryant, Carter’s and Massage Envy. Phase II will be anchored by Dillard’s and is scheduled to open Spring 2015. For updates on Fremaux Town Center “like” us at www.facebook.com/FremauxTownCenter.
About CBL & Associates Properties, Inc.
CBL is one of the largest and most active owners and developers of malls and shopping centers in the United States. CBL owns, holds interests in or manages 154 properties, including 93 regional malls/open-air centers. The properties are located in 31 states and total 89.3 million square feet including 9.3 million square feet of non-owned shopping centers managed for third parties. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, CBL has regional offices in Boston (Waltham), MA, Dallas (Irving), TX, and St. Louis, MO. Additional information can be found at cblproperties.com.
CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. and Stirling Properties Announce Dillard’s to Anchor Phase II of Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, LA
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. & COVINGTON, La. – May 9, 2013 – CBL & Associates Properties, Inc., (NYSE: CBL) and Stirling Properties today announced that Dillard’s (Dillard’s, Inc. NYSE: DDS) will anchor the fashion-oriented Phase II of Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, Louisiana.
Phase I of the project is currently under construction with approximately 330,000 square feet anchored by Kohl’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michael’s, T.J.Maxx, and Best Buy. Phase II will include up to 320,000 square feet of additional retail space. The grand opening for Phase I is scheduled for March 2014, with construction on Phase II set to begin around that same time with an opening in spring 2015.
“With construction underway on Phase I, we are pleased to welcome a key department store such as Dillard’s to Phase II,” said Michael Lebovitz, CBL’s executive vice president – development and administration. “The traction we are receiving from retailers for both phases is a testament to the strength of the market and its increasing demand for retail.”
“Fremaux Town Center has tremendous momentum at this stage and we are thrilled with Dillard’s decision to join the project,” said Townsend Underhill, Stirling Properties’ senior vice president of development. “Upon completion of both phases we believe this project will be the premier retail property in the Slidell market and something that local residents can be very proud of.”
Dillard’s will open a single-level, 126,000-square-foot store featuring a large selection of fashion apparel, cosmetics and home merchandise tailored specifically to the tastes and preferences of Dillard’s Slidell-area customers. These assortments will reflect the Company’s strong commitment to provide shoppers with more choices in premium brands, including Dillard’s exclusive label merchandise. Dillard’s at Fremaux Town Center will feature the company’s latest advances in store design and presentation.
Dillard’s Chief Executive Officer, William Dillard, II, stated, “We are pleased to announce our commitment to Fremaux Town Center. We enjoy a strong relationship with our Slidell area customers and we are looking forward to serving them at an even higher level. CBL and Stirling Properties are building a premier destination center and we are happy to be part of it.”
Fremaux Town Center Phase I is currently more than 70% leased with committed retailers such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michaels, Kohl’s, PetSmart, T.J.Maxx, LongHorn Steakhouse, dressbarn, ULTA Beauty, Lane Bryant, Rack Room Shoes, Best Buy and Versona Accessories. Fremaux Town Center will be located on more than 80 acres at the southwest corner of Interstate 10 and Fremaux Avenue in Slidell, LA. Slidell is the largest municipality in St. Tammany Parish on the northern shore of Lake Pontchartrain near the city of New Orleans. The area has experienced significant growth following Hurricane Katrina. With its interstate location and high-visibility, Fremaux Town Center is expected to become a regional destination. Stirling is leading the development of the project and CBL and Stirling are jointly leasing and marketing the center.
For leasing information, please contact Ryan Pecot by telephone at 337.572.0246 or by email at rpecot@stirlingprop.com or Rodney Gordon by telephone at 423.553.8704 or by email at rodney_gordon@cblproperties.com.
For information on available outparcels, please contact Ryan Pecot or Robert Snetman by telephone at 423.490.8333 or by email at robert_snetman@cblproperties.com
About Dillard’s, Inc.
Dillard’s, Inc. ranks among the nation’s largest fashion apparel and home furnishings retailers with annual revenues exceeding $6.5 billion. The Company focuses on delivering maximum fashion and value to its shoppers by offering compelling apparel and home selections complemented by exceptional customer care. Dillard’s stores offer a broad selection of merchandise and feature products from both national and exclusive brand sources. The Company operates 283 Dillard’s locations and 18 clearance centers spanning 29 states. For more information about Dillard’s, please visit www.dillards.com.
About Stirling Properties
A member of the Retail Brokers Network, Stirling Properties is a regional real estate firm offering comprehensive services in development; commercial brokerage; property and asset management; investment sales; and property owner and tenant representation. Stirling Properties’ portfolio includes over 14 million square feet of managed property and 60 million square feet of commercial properties for sale or lease. With offices located in Jackson, Mississippi; Baton Rouge, Lafayette, New Orleans, Metairie, Covington, Hammond, and Shreveport/Bossier City in Louisiana, Stirling is one of the largest real estate firms in the Gulf South. Connect with Stirling Properties on the web at www.stirlingproperties.com, “like” us at facebook.com/stirlingproperties, follow us @StirlingProp on twitter.com/StirlingProp or subscribe to our Stirling Insights blog.
About CBL & Associates Properties, Inc.
CBL is one of the largest and most active owners and developers of malls and shopping centers in the United States. CBL owns, holds interests in or manages 158 properties, including 96 regional malls/open-air centers. The properties are located in 31 states and total 92.7 million square feet including 10.5 million square feet of non-owned shopping centers managed for third parties. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, CBL has regional offices in Boston (Waltham), MA, Dallas (Irving), TX, and St. Louis, MO. Additional information can be found at cblproperties.com.
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Stirling Properties and CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. to Develop Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, Louisiana
Development Over 70% Leased Prior to Construction Start
COVINGTON, LA and CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – January 15, 2013 – Stirling Properties and CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE: CBL) today announced the formation of a 35/65 joint venture to develop Fremaux Town Center in Slidell, Louisiana. Once complete, the 80+ acre site will consist of two phases. Phase I will comprise approximately 295,000 square feet with anchors including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michaels, T.J.Maxx, and Kohl’s. Phase II will include up to 300,000 square feet of additional retail space. Construction is set to begin on Phase I in March of this year, with the grand opening scheduled for the second quarter of 2014.
“Stirling Properties is excited about our partnership with CBL & Associates Properties to develop Fremaux Town Center and believes that this joint venture brings the best possible team together to build this project,” said Stirling Properties’ Senior Vice President of Development Townsend Underhill. “We believe this site has the characteristics to become a premier retail shopping destination and we are happy to continue our long and successful history of retail development in the City of Slidell.”
“Stirling Properties has a solid reputation as a leading retail developer in southern Louisiana and we are pleased to partner with them on this project,” said Michael Lebovitz, CBL’s Executive Vice President – Development and Administration. “Fremaux Town Center is well-located and is already well leased with an outstanding retail line-up. We are looking forward to announcing additional retailers as the development progresses.”
Fremaux Town Center Phase I is currently more than 70% leased with committed retailers such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, Michaels, Kohl’s, PetSmart, T.J.Maxx, LongHorn Steakhouse, dressbarn, ULTA Beauty, Lane Bryant, Rack Room Shoes, Best Buy and Versona Accessories. Fremaux Town Center will be located on more than 80 acres at the southwest corner of Interstate 10 and Fremaux Avenue in Slidell, LA. Slidell is the largest municipality in St. Tammany Parish on the northern shore of Lake Pontchartrain near the city of New Orleans. The area has experienced significant growth following Hurricane Katrina. With its interstate location and high-visibility, Fremaux Town Center is expected to become a regional destination. Stirling will lead the development of the project and CBL and Stirling will jointly lease and market the center.
For leasing information, please contact Ryan Pecot by telephone at 337.572.0246 or by email at rpecot@stirlingprop.com.
About CBL & Associates Properties, Inc.
CBL is one of the largest and most active owners and developers of malls and shopping centers in the United States. CBL owns, holds interest in or manages 163 properties, including 95 regional malls/open-air centers. The properties are located in 27 states and total 91.8 million square feet including 9.4 million square feet of non-owned shopping centers managed for third parties. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, CBL has regional offices in Boston (Waltham), MA, Dallas (Irving), TX, and St. Louis, MO. Additional information can be found at cblproperties.com.
