We are excited to share more information about the proposed redevelopment of the Shoppes of Wilton Manors and provide the community with an accurate view of what is being proposed.
When º£½ÇÂÒÂ× acquired the property, a significantly more intensive project, Wilma on the Drive, had already been approved for the site, consisting of 252 residential rental units in a seven-story mixed-use building with a six-story parking structure.
Rather than pursue that approved plan, º£½ÇÂÒÂ× has proposed a substantially scaled-back development with 89 residences in a four- to six-story condominium building, along with commercial space along Wilton Drive. The portion of the building closest to our residential neighbors is four stories, and only a small portion of the building is set back 35’, with the rest of the building set back 62’+. Additional landscaping on balconies and along the property line have been included to preserve privacy for condo and the homes next door in addition to balcony screens for further privacy. A deliberate design focus was also placed on adding street front retail to further elevate the connectivity and vibrancy of the Drive. The plan also contemplates renovating the existing building which is home to many long-standing staples of the Drive that are integral to Wilton Manors. Our existing tenants have expressed excitement for the re-imagined Shoppes of Wilton Manors.
The renderings shown here are from the actual plans submitted to the City of Wilton Manors and reflect the project currently proposed for the site.
For 75 years, º£½ÇÂÒÂ× has been part of the South Florida community, with Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding area serving as our home and our backyard. We care deeply about the communities where we live and work, and our goal is to thoughtfully enhance this property in a way that respects the surrounding neighborhood while contributing to the continued vitality of Wilton Drive.
We encourage anyone interested in the project to review the plans and renderings available on the City of Wilton Manors website: .