Plans are in the works for a large new development in downtown Clinton called the Market Street Market, which would incorporate several new businesses including upscale restaurants, retail stores, a food court and “pop-up” shops. Developer Steve Heatherly said he is managing partner of “a small group of lifelong Clintonians dedicated to improving our town,” with emphasis on Market Street. The group, known as MSP Property Redevelopment, plans to update the former Hammers Dry Goods store location at 381 Market St. to become a “destination” for shoppers and diners. It’s the former site of Clinton’s Park Hotel, which was demolished in 1971. The current building was constructed in 1972. Hammers has long since moved to Charles G. Seivers Boulevard. “I think it’s an exciting idea,” Clinton City Manager Roger Houck said Monday. “We’re seeing a lot of new businesses on Main and Market streets. That goes hand-in-hand with our plans for downtown.” Signs on the front and back of the old Hammers building promote the new Market Street Market and list Heatherly’s phone number to call for information. “Our vision is that it will become an 11,000-square-foot destination on Market,” Heatherly said. “There will be multiple eateries, with indoor and outdoor eating spaces; 15 pop-up retail spaces; a fast-grab food area and food court; and a kids’ play area.