That building, owned by TKG Holdings LLC, is undergoing a full remodel to accommodate the needs of the center.

Munro Construction, of Johnston, is the general contractor for the project.

On the north side of the building, work is ongoing to install a new water line, according to Steve Frame, superintendent of Munro Construction.

“Right now we are doing some demolition for plumbing in the floor,” Frame said. “They are bringing in a new water line for the building and sprinkler system. A new line for sprinkler system and general purpose water.”

-Messenger photo by Chad Thompson
A new water line is being installed north of the former Blockbuster building, 117 S. 25th St. The building will soon be home to Davita Healthcare Partners, a dialysis center.

He added, “There is extensive plumbing involved with their (Davita) water system and everything they need for dialysis.”

Frame said there will be some new doors added to the business.

The former Blockbuster building is a standalone parcel and is not connected with Crossroads Mall.

An exact timeline for the opening of the dialysis center was not known Wednesday.

Other developments, according to the city’s business affairs office include:

• LifeServe Blood Center, 2419 Fifth Ave S., is relocating to 118 S. 25th St.

• Mid-Iowa Dermatology plans to move into the former Sassy Strawberry location, 2913 Fifth Ave. S.

• Plumb Supply Co. will occupy the former MidAmerican Energy Co. building at 633 S. 22nd St