A bold vision for overhauling a dilapidated mall divides Richmond

A bold vision for overhauling a dilapidated mall divides Richmond

RICHMOND —  The dilapidated Hilltop Mall on Richmond’s northside is poised for a major makeover — but city leadership, staff, nearby residents and the property owner are still divided on what exactly it should be. A draft of the Hilltop Horizon Specific Plan, a regulatory planning document meant to guide the development of 143 acres of Richmond land, was presented to the City Council Tuesday and drew support from community members who want the c…