With all of the construction that has taken place at Disney World this year, it feels like we’ve been seeing permits pop up constantly. From refurbishments to rethemes to upcoming projects, a lot is going on!
Magic Kingdom
Disney World has recently filed not one, not two, but SIX new permits across the parks and resorts. We’re bringing you a full roundup so you can be up to speed on everything that’s going on!
Skyliner
Disney filed a permit for upcoming construction work on the Skyliner Station at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The permit gives Buena Vista Construction Company the right to “provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction.” The permit was filed recently, on August 28th, with an expiration date of one year from the filing date.
Disney Skyliner
The Disney Skyliner will be closed for its annual refurbishment on January 24th, 2027, through January 30th, 2027. When the Skyliner is unavailable, there will be complimentary bus service offered.
Skyliner station at Hollywood Studios
Haunted Mansion
After months of Haunted Mansion’s exterior being worked on, another permit was filed for the popular ride in Magic Kingdom. Haunted Mansion just revealed a brand-new look last month, and now Disney has filed a permit for “general construction” on the attraction. MLC Theming is the contractor listed on the permit, which specializes in themed construction, scenic painting, and exterior detailing. The permit expires on August 28th, 2027, and we don’t have any details on the work being done. It could be final touch-ups, or something a little bigger. We’ll be keeping an ear out for any news.
Haunted Mansion
Disney’s Boardwalk
Another permit was filed by Disney for Disney’s Boardwalk Inn. The permit lists the description as “general refurbishment,” and although we don’t have many details from the permit, we feel like this is connected to the many things that are on the horizon for Disney’s Boardwalk. It could include the new Hurly Burly lounge, stores, and more.
Construction at Boardwalk
Kilimanjaro Safaris
A permit was also filed for construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but more specifically for the Okapi building in Kilimanjaro Safaris. The contractor listed is Buena Vista Construction Company, and it’s to “provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction.” Since it’s only for one enclosure in the Safari, we don’t expect the ride to close.
Kilimanjaro Safaris
Peco’s Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe
Disney filed a permit for “general construction” on Peco’s Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe at Magic Kingdom. The listed contractor is MLC Theming, the same contractor listed for Haunted Mansion that specializes in themed construction, scenic painting, and exterior detailing. We’ll be looking out to see if a temporary closure could be hitting the restaurant.
Peco’s Bill Interior
Main Street
This permit isn’t as big as the others, but it is another one that Disney has filed on this long list. The permit is to “install signage” for the Main Street Car Barn. We don’t have any other details on this project, but we’ll keep you updated with any news announced!
Main Street, U.S.A.
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