Does This NEW Disney World Permit Mean a Popular Ride Could Be CHANGING?

Disney just filed a Notice of Commencement permit, which notifies the government of large construction projects, for our favorite Disney World drop ride, Tower of Terror.

Tower of Terror

At first, it didn’t look too interesting – just for general construction. But what we saw next spooked us!

The permit is for general construction on the Tower of Terror with MLC Theming. Permits like these are typically used for maintenance. But – MLC Theming is a theming service for the entertainment industry, not a construction company! Their work includes scenic painting, aging of structures, facade fabrication, and rock work carving. MLC Theming is a frequent collaborator of Disney World, with recent updates to the Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain, and Harambe Market.

Sunset Boulevard

While Disney hasn’t announced what specific changes are coming to Tower of Terror yet, our team of Disney experts has some theories. The most likely option is exterior work. The Tower of Terror last had exterior updates in 2021, and Disney repaints and updates exteriors every few years due to Florida’s harsh weather. Currently, exterior work is happening on Cinderella Castle and the Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom to ensure the buildings are looking nice and pretty for years to come.

Repainting Cinderella Castle

It’s also likely that the ride’s interior could be updated. While MLC Theming is known for its exterior work, they were tasked with the interior of Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland Trading Post in 2024. The Tower of Terror is known for its intricate queue line with hidden details that make Disney adults go wild (guilty!). It wouldn’t surprise us if the lobby is getting a fresh coat of paint, or if they’ll add even more easter eggs to the ride!

Tower of Terror

While Disney hasn’t announced a closure date yet, we’ll be sure to keep you updated. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news!

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