The Streets at SouthGlenn
The Streets at SouthGlenn is a mixed-use center that includes shopping, dining, living and working options that serve the neighborhood, the City and the region. It is located at the southwest corner of Arapahoe Rd. and University Blvd. in the City of Centennial.
August 2025 Update
In 2024, the City met with the property owner, Northwood, about a possible residential project on the former Sears site (southern end of the center). Northwood has since decided not to move forward at this time, but the site is still being marketed as a strong location for future housing. Any new proposal for this property would need to follow the existing SouthGlenn Master Development Plan (MDP) and Agreement.
Proposed MDP Amendment
In August 2025 the City of Centennial received a Pre-submittal Application from Alberta Development Partners for a proposed amendment to the Streets at SouthGlenn MDP. A letter and email was shared with nearby property owners, HOAs and community groups to encourage awareness and input.
The property owner for the northern end, Alberta Development Partners, has proposed an amendment to the MDP that would allow:
- Increase total allowed residential dwelling units from 1,125 to 1,675 (or an increase of 550 residential dwelling units). Currently 214 residential dwelling units exist in The Portola apartments.
- Reduce the minimum required retail space from 621,000 square feet to 440,000 square feet. This could allow for the demolition of other retail buildings on the site beyond the Sears and Macy’s building, such as the retail building at the northwest corner of the site (where Best Buy used to be located).
- Increase allowable height from 50 feet to 75 feet at the northwest corner of the site, (the strip of retail buildings where Best Buy, Ross, etc. used to be) and from 75 feet to 100 feet where the movie theater and parking garage parcel are located.
- Modify the signage standards and other minor/technical items in the MDP.
A virtual community meeting was held in August 2025 for the proposed MDP amendment on the northern end of the site. View the virtual community meeting materials and comments here. A formal application has not been submitted.
Process Timeline
The proposed MDP will follow the process timeline as shown below.
Process Timeline Details
Pre-submittal Meeting: A discussion between property owners and the City to outline requirements.
Virtual Community Meeting: An opportunity for the developer to present their vision and receive feedback from the community using the Have Your Say page.
Application Submittal: The formal application is submitted to the City for formal review.
Staff and External Agency Review: City staff and regional partners review the plan and provide comments. Regional partners include: Centennial Council of Neighborhoods (CenCON), Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA), Littleton Public School District, South Arapahoe Sanitation District, Southeast Englewood Water District, South Suburban Park & Recreation District, South Metro Fire Rescue, Arapahoe Libraries, Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, Regional Transportation District (RTD), Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), CenturyLink and Xcel Energy.
Application Revisions and Resubmittal: The developer reviews comments and makes changes based on feedback received and can resubmit the plan.
Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing: The developer presents their proposal to the Planning & Zoning Commission, who determines where the required criteria are met and makes a recommendation of approval or denial to City Council.
City Council Public Hearing and Discussion: Similar process to the Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing. City Council makes the final decision on whether the proposed changes meet the requirements and determines if the proposed MDP amendments meet the criteria listed in the Master Development Agreement and either approve or deny the amendments.
Please note:
- Site Plan Applications within The Streets at SouthGlenn do not require a public hearing for consideration of approval. Instead, they are reviewed and approved administratively by City staff.
- If certain criteria are met, a Community Meeting may be required prior to the submittal of a site plan. If a community meeting is required, nearby property owners, Homeowners Associations, CenCON, tenants and those signed up to receive project updates will be notified.
What is Now Being Proposed on the Northern End of the Site
The property owner for the northern end, Alberta Development Partners, has proposed an amendment to the MDP that would allow:
- Increase total allowed residential dwelling units from 1,125 to 1,675 (or an increase of 550 residential dwelling units). Currently 214 residential dwelling units exist in The Portola apartments.
- Reduce the minimum required retail space from 621,000 square feet to 440,000 square feet. This could allow for the demolition of other retail buildings on the site beyond the Sears and Macy’s building, such as the retail building at the northwest corner of the site (where Best Buy used to be located).
- Increase allowable height from 50 feet to 75 feet at the northwest corner of the site, (the strip of retail buildings where Best Buy, Ross, etc. used to be) and from 75 feet to 100 feet where the movie theater and parking garage parcel are located.
- Modify the signage standards and other minor/technical items in the MDP.
A virtual community meeting was held in August 2025 for the proposed MDP amendment on the northern end of the site. View the virtual community meeting materials and comments here. A formal application has not been submitted.
Previously Proposed on the Southern End of the Site
In July 2024, a Pre-Submittal Application was submitted for a proposed residential development located at the southern end of The Streets at SouthGlenn, located on the former Sears site. Information from this proposal is available below:
What is Currently Allowed
Park
A minimum 25,000 square foot public open space within the South Redevelopment Area (the “Sears Parcel”) constructed prior to final occupancy of the first residential building.
Residential Dwelling Units
A total of 1,125 residential units is allowed. Currently, there are 214 residential units within The Portola at SouthGlenn apartment building.
The permitted height on the Sears parcel and the Macy’s parcel is 75 ft.
The current allowable building heights within The Streets at SouthGlenn vary across the site. No building is allowed to exceed 100 ft. For context, the current tallest building is the Portola multifamily residential building north of the Sears building at approximately 85 feet.
A minimum of 25,000 square feet of public open space, green space, passive recreation or common public space along the north side of E. Easter Ave. to serve residential development at the Sears Parcel.
Retail
A total of 621,000 sq. ft. is required.
Currently, there is 948,853 sq. ft. of leasable retail area, including the Sears and Macy’s buildings, which are approximately 307,000 sq. ft. combined.
Previously Approved Plans for the Site
The Streets at SouthGlenn Redevelopment Areas Map
The image below highlights the southern and northern redevelopment areas for The Streets at SouthGlenn.
Questions?
If you have questions, email us at southglenn@centennialco.gov.