Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills no longer going up for sheriff’s sale

TARENTUM, Pa. — The Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills will not go up for sheriff’s sale.

Channel 11 first told you earlier this week that mall owners owed more nearly $12 million in unpaid taxes and fees.

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Friday, we received word from the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office that New York-based ownership group Namdar paid the money and will maintain ownership.

The sale would’ve happened as soon as Monday.

The mall first opened in 2005 but has seen a steep decline in shops and customers over the years.

Frazer Township’s Manager told Channel that she’d like to see new ownership and issued this statement:

“The Township has successfully fulfilled its obligation as written in the TIF/NID documents to seek payment for the bondholders. Unfortunately, the bonus outcome of a new owner at sheriff sale will not occur and the Township will need to continue the constant requests for property maintenance and road repairs.” - Lori Ziencik, Frazer Township Manager

A representative of Namdar Realty Group sent Channel 11 the following statement on Monday:

“We are pleased to announce that Namdar Realty Group has reached an agreement with Frazier Township and has paid all taxes in full, ensuring our continued ownership of the Pittsburgh Mills Mall and underscoring our commitment to the community.

Following this agreement, Namdar Realty Group is exploring all future options for this property including retail enhancements, as well as potential repositioning and redevelopment.

During the evolution of this project, the mall’s day-to-day operations and its tenants will not be affected. We look forward to providing updates as this process unfolds.”

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