DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — After many years of near-complete vacancy, a “retail landmark” with many names in southwest Ohio is set to be demolished.
The city of Forest Park recently conducted a final walk-thru of the Forest Fair Mall, located conveniently along I-275 near Gilmore Road.
Demolition to the building expected to occur in early 2026, making way for a 715,000-square-foot multipurpose facility with over 700 parking spaces. Described as “a Cincinnati-based hardware distributor,” The Hillman Group will lead the property as an anchor once redeveloped.
Operations from the company’s other regional locations will be consolidated at the upcoming two-story facility…