On Wednesday April 26th, the construction on the square in front of JCG Apparel, Ajax Diner, and Oxford Grillehouse came to an end, just in time for the popular Double Decker arts festival.
The plywood came down after two months of construction where the area had to be completely remodeled from a car accident back in February. Construction was initially supposed to be completed in early March but due to the fragile state of the buildings, which were constructed nearly 200 years ago, the remodel took longer than anticipated.Residents and businesses are thankful the city of Oxford was able to repair the damage and that the construction debris is gone.
"Plywood definitely isn't the best look for the front of your business," said JCG manager Mary Katherine Herrington, "We are so glad the mess is finally gone and we can get back to normal".
The businesses affected by the crash had to adjust to having no visible store fronts during the remodel, while also providing alternate entrance methods. Patrons and shoppers on the square had to maneuver around the construction as well and at times walk completely around the area.
Margaret Wood has more on this story. See the video below:
The completion of construction has Oxford buzzing on social media. The affected businesses have shared their excitement via facebook and twitter and residents have shared the great news!
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