There are many large development projects underway in Delaware this year. Among them is the redevelopment of a 325,000 square-foot shopping center into the College Square Williams Crossing Retail and Apartments in New Castle. The 46.10-acre property will now be the site for a mixed-use plaza with 305 residential units in two four-story apartment buildings.

Plans to renovate to the outdated retail center have been in the works for years, but the final plans were approved last March and demolition began in August. The residential units are expected to be primarily one and two bedrooms, with some three-bedroom units. The complex will also include a business center, fitness center, media room, and outdoor pool.

There will be some retail as well, with some stores, along with a coffee shop and restaurants expected. No tenants have been announced. New Castle-based developer Fusco Enterprises also plans to build a road through the center and offer some green space with a community plaza with tables and benches.

Previous renovation on the north side of the square will remain part of the new property. No timeline has been set, but Fusco attorneys have said the developer hopes to have it completed within two years.