OtherPending2909 South Main Street, Elmira, NY

Rural King Redevelopment (Former Topps Plaza)

Chemung County

Description

Acquisition and $6.3 million renovation of the vacant former Topps supermarket into a major retail destination, requesting a 50% ten-year property tax exemption.

Impact summary

Brings a vacant eyesore back to life, creates 45 jobs, and generates significant new sales and property tax revenue for Elmira.

Applicant

Name: Rural King / Incentivize Group
Address: 2909 South Main Street, Elmira, NY

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Last discussed Apr 15, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Apr 15, 2026

Chemung County IDA/CRC - Apr 15, 2026

Acquisition and $6.3 million renovation of the vacant former Topps supermarket into a major retail destination, requesting a 50% ten-year property tax exemption.

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Rural King Development at Former Topps Plaza

Rural King plans to invest $6.3 million to acquire and renovate the vacant former Topps supermarket in South Elmira, bringing 45 new jobs and boosting regional sales tax revenue. The project is seeking a 50% ten-year property tax exemption from the IDA.

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