Construction is underway to redevelop the longstanding Kohl’s store in Herndon.
The exterior walls of the building, located at 2100 Centreville Road, now feature gaping holes, as construction crews work to accommodate three new tenants in the space.
Though it is unclear when construction will be completed, the three forthcoming tenants appear to be finalized.
Starting in 1999, Kohl’s occupied the space — more than 100,000 square feet — as the sole tenant until its store closed in January of this year.
Lidl, the German grocery store chain, was the first tenant to sign on to the space, as the Washington Business Journal reported in 2024. The grocer leased the full 105,700-square-foot building but doesn’t plan to use all of that space, instead subleasing portions to other businesses.
Outside of that, the discount grocer has been tight-lipped. A spokesperson speaking on behalf of Lidl confirmed that the brand is anticipating opening a Herndon store but didn’t provide any additional information.
According to a commercial alteration permit, the grocery store will occupy around 28,988 square feet of the building — less than a third of the total space.
Lidl’s portfolio currently features more than a dozen stores across Northern Virginia, including locations in Chantilly, Tysons, Merrifield and more.
Hobby Lobby, the arts and crafts retailer, is expected to occupy more than 54,000 square feet of the building, according to proposed building plans reviewed by FFXnow.
When the store will open, however, is unknown. A request for comment sent to a company spokesperson went unanswered.
The new store will be the brand’s third in Fairfax County, following stores in Fair Lakes and Franconia.
Exercise center chain Planet Fitness will be the tenant with the smallest space, occupying 17,679 square feet, according to building plans.
“The location is a great fit for our spacious clubs, and we look forward to bringing the surrounding community a high-value and affordable fitness experience,” a company spokesperson said. “We look forward to being part of this community and will continue to look for new opportunities of growth in the area.”
A targeted opening date was not provided ahead of publication.
Planet Fitness currently boasts 64 locations across Virginia, including fitness centers in Fairfax City, Chantilly and Lorton.
Hat tip to Adam Rubinstein