Construction continues in late June 2024 on shops on the 2300 block of Mission Street. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local)

Construction started in early 2023 on shops on the 2300 block of Mission Street. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local)

Last updated: October 2023

Location: 2332 Mission St.

Project Summary: Developers are renovating a strip mall that was severely damaged in a fire in 2022. Project developer and broker Eric Barbic said the project is “a modernization of a center that was ready to transition into its next chapter.” 

  • A courtyard with outdoor seating will be built between newly constructed buildings, said contractor Brian Dueck.
  • The project reduces total square footage of the development from 18,000 square feet to 15,000 square feet.
  • The building will get a “facelift” to modern standards with new fixtures, doors and windows, Dueck said. 

Status: The center is expected to reopen in 2024.

Arrow Surf & Sport temporarily relocated to 2100 Delaware Ave. Unit 1, Santa Cruz in late September 2023, according to its social media. La Cabaña Taqueria closed for renovation in late September 2023 with plans for pop-up events and online sales, according to its social media. La Cabaña and Arrow are expected to reopen in the renovated center. 

Developer: Erik Barbic, SBA Commercial Inc.

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Shops on the 2300 block of Mission Street remain under construction in late June 2024. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local)

Some shops on the 2300 block of Mission Street were burned in a fire and are slated to be rebuilt and modernized in 2023. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local)

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