Target remodels down in 2015

Target is reporting that they remodeled only 9 stores in 2015 of their total 1,793 locations.  That is down from 39 remodels in 2014, and a high of nearly 400 in 2011.  These numbers do not reflect the 274 small renovations completed, such as new checkout lanes for self-service, or small updates.

One of the 9 major store remodels last year was in their Minnetonka, MN, location, a $10 million project that added new décor, updated grocery departments and upgraded dressing rooms.

They have 36 stores slated for remodel in 2016.  Target’s CEO Brian Cornell stated that they are testing new initiatives in 25 southern California stores to help hone their prototype.