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Developers outline plans for immersive dome, hotel and kiosks at former Kmart site in Lauderhill
Summary
A private development team presented plans to activate approximately 14 acres south of the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center with an immersive projection dome, food kiosks, a commercial kitchen and hotels; developers said initial activation could open in fourth quarter 2025 while full development continues through zoning and approvals.
Developers and partners for the Hill District property told the Lauderhill City Commission workshop Monday they plan to rapidly activate a portion of the old Kmart site at the corner of U.S. 441 and Sunrise Boulevard with a 70‑foot immersive projection dome, food kiosks and other visitor amenities while pursuing longer‑term hotel and mixed‑use development approvals.
John Millage, presenting for the Hill team, said the activation is designed to bring immediate community benefits while approvals for the larger development proceed: "We're moving quickly, working quickly not only to activate, but to work on the development approvals for the site… staff has been working tirelessly with us, and we've produced an ordinance that we'd like to come before you within 45 days,…
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