North Point Mall Set for Redevelopment into Mixed-Use Hub with NHL Arena
The Alpharetta Planning Commission has approved plans to redevelop North Point Mall into a mixed-use development, prominently featuring a 20,000-seat hockey arena intended to attract a third NHL team to Atlanta. The project, led by NHL veteran Anson Carter and…
Atlanta, GA, August 13, 2026 —
The Alpharetta Planning Commission has given the green light to a significant redevelopment of North Point Mall, transforming the existing site into a multifaceted mixed-use development. A central feature of the approved plans is a 20,000-seat hockey arena, which is being eyed as a potential home for a third National Hockey League (NHL) team in the Atlanta metropolitan area.
The ambitious project is spearheaded by NHL veteran Anson Carter. Renowned architect Frank Gehry is behind the design of the arena and the broader development. In addition to the main arena, the plans incorporate facilities for team practices and community use, as well as an outdoor stadium. The redevelopment aims to revitalize the North Point Mall area and establish it as a prominent entertainment and sports destination.
City officials have voiced considerable optimism regarding the proposal’s potential to bring professional hockey back to the region. They highlighted Alpharetta’s strategic location and convenient accessibility as key factors that would support a new NHL franchise. The approval marks a significant step forward in the long-discussed efforts to secure another NHL team for the Atlanta market.
Details regarding the construction timeline and specific investment figures were not provided in the initial announcement. The project’s next steps will involve further planning and securing necessary permits before construction can commence.
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