Carilion did not make a public announcement about the move, but made it clear in planning documents filed this month with the city.

Goodwill sees expansion potential in the properties that abut Melrose Plaza, but has not identified a specific use for the properties yet.

The university and hospital system say they don’t have specific plans for what may replace the recently demolished buildings.

An economic impact study estimates the project will support 2,053 jobs and generate $326 million in economic impact by 2040.

The mixed-use project will also include businesses and for residents feature a swimming pool, clubhouse, coffee bar and dog park.

R. P. Fralin Inc.’s scaled-back plan is the third time in five years it has tried to develop the land, efforts neighbors have rebuffed.