Lincoln Mall in Matteson Closes

“We regret that it was necessary to close Lincoln Mall, but this action was necessary because of persistent and long-standing building violations at the mall that have not been corrected,” Village of Matteson Administrator Brian Mitchell said

After 41 years of operation, Lincoln Mall in south suburban Matteson closed its doors Wednesday following a November order from a Cook County judge to seize operations after the holiday shopping season.

The order, issued by Cook County Judge Thomas Condon, was delivered because money the owner initially provided for its upkeep has been depleted, leaving nothing left to keep the mall operating, according to a press release from a village of Matteson public relations firm.

“We regret that it was necessary to close Lincoln Mall, but this action was necessary because of persistent and long-standing building violations at the mall that have not been corrected,” Village of Matteson Administrator Brian Mitchell said in a statement. “However, this sad day is just a stage in the process and we hope that in the years to come, it will be seen as a positive step towards the possible redevelopment and reuse of the Lincoln Mall property. Village officials are strongly committed to a replacement project at the Lincoln Mall site that is sustainable and brings long-term value to our community.”

Carson Pirie Scott, the mall’s flagship store, is set to remain open for business.

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