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After a Thursday court ruling, the city can take ownership of the former Northridge Mall site, the Milwaukee Mayor’s Office confirmed.

This includes properties formerly owned by Black Spruce.

Northridge Mall has sat vacant for more than two decades, after closing in 2003. The former mall was located on the Far Northwest Side.

Several past attempts to redevelop the mall have not worked out. In recent years, it has been prone to fires and vandalism.

The mayor’s office said the city is planning next steps for the property when it comes to razing and restoring the site.

Officials said the first step would be to eliminate any danger the site poses. Demolition will start in the spring. The future of the site is still up in the air.