Although once one of Memphis’ most popular entertainment districts, many of the shops and restaurants in Overton Square had been vacant for years. The master plan reinvented the area as a theater district, preserved the neighborhood’s original character, renovated existing retail buildings, and called for a new parking garage, housing, retail, and restaurants. A prominent intersection was reconfigured to be more pedestrian and cyclist friendly. Overton Square is enjoying a strong resurgence in leasing.