Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort is about to look much different, thanks to a new document confirming that something big is about to take effect, leading to either the entire land being reimagined or a 1999 attraction being demolished to make way for something better.Credit: Universal Orlando ResortUniversal Orlando to Soon Begin Demolition: What Is Being Removed?It started with a quiet shuffle of paperwork—nothing dramatic, nothing that would catch the eye of the thousands of guests streaming into Universal Orlando Resort each day. Yet behind the scenes, one subtle move has sparked rising speculation and an undercurrent of concern among the theme park community. Fans who walk through Islands of Adventure today may be strolling through areas that look very different in the near future… but which beloved land could be facing the biggest transformation?And more importantly—what does this sudden shift signal for Universal’s long-term plans?As conversations spread across fan forums and social media, the big question looming over the park is simple: Which iconic land is preparing to say goodbye?Credit: Inside The MagicA Mystery Permit With Major ImplicationsA newly filed Notice of Commencement has officially hit Orange County records, quietly confirming that Universal Orlando has assigned PCL Construction to begin “pre-construction services” inside Islands of Adventure. The permit does not specify which land or attraction is involved—an unusual move that has only heightened speculation.Pre-construction services typically include planning, surveying, utility preparation, and project logistics. In other words, this isn’t minor touch-up work. It’s the earliest step before meaningful demolition or large-scale refurbishment takes place.Pre-construction services at IOA. – @scottwalker88 on XPre-construction services at IOA. pic.twitter.com/yX9n5fj0p6— Scott Walker (@scottwalker88) November 17, 2025But here’s where things become more intriguing: this single permit aligns with two major projects guests have been buzzing about for months.One possibility points toward The Lost Continent, a land already confirmed by Universal Orlando to have “construction activity” on the horizon. With shuttered shows, low foot-traffic, and its location between Hogsmeade and Seuss Landing, many fans consider it the most likely candidate for a complete reimagining.The second possibility links to something far more nostalgic: the 2026 extensive refurbishment planned for Jurassic Park River Adventure. As one of the park’s original attractions, its upcoming overhaul is expected to be significant—but whether the new permit is tied to that project remains uncertain.Image Credit: Inside The MagicWhich Land Could Go First?Islands of Adventure has long been known for lands with strong identities—Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, The Lost Continent, and more. But three areas in particular have been the center of ongoing speculation:The Lost Continent (the strongest candidate for removal or reimagining)Toon Lagoon (aging IP and prime space for expansion)Marvel Super Hero Island (still popular, but tied to complicated licensing restrictions)Universal has not confirmed which area—if any—is next in line for demolition, but the timing of this new permit suggests that early steps are officially in motion. What began as whispers has begun to shift into foreshadowing.Whatever comes next, it’s clear something big is approaching Islands of Adventure, and guests may want to savor certain corners of the park while they still can.Credit: UniversalThe Bigger Story: Universal Is Planning for a Much Larger FutureThe most revealing part of this development isn’t just about what might disappear—it’s about what Universal is preparing to build.Universal Orlando is expanding aggressively, and the momentum isn’t slowing down. The resort recently confirmed that Epic Universe, which opened in May 2025, is already preparing for its first expansion phase—just six months after opening day.That kind of growth isn’t normal. It signals long-term strategy, multi-park integration, and a resort positioning itself for the next decade of competition. Between growing tourism numbers, industry demand for fresh experiences, and Universal’s rapidly evolving identity, capacity is becoming a central issue.And that’s why the quiet filing of a single permit inside Islands of Adventure matters so much.When a park begins preparing land, lining up contractors, and initiating pre-construction steps, it means the vision is set—even if the public hasn’t been told what it is yet.Credit: Universal / edited by Inside the MagicWhy This Matters Going ForwardTheme parks rarely transform without purpose. Universal’s decision to move forward with construction preparation in Islands of Adventure—while simultaneously expanding its newest theme park—suggests:A shift in the resort’s long-term master planNew intellectual properties likely entering the pipelineA possible resort-wide redistribution of guest flowA strategy to compete more aggressively with other Florida parksIn simpler terms: Universal is making space. And whenever Universal makes space, something big follows.For now, the resort has kept quiet about which land inside Islands of Adventure will be impacted, leaving fans in a state of suspense. But permits never lie—and the changes ahead could redefine how guests experience the park for years to come.Stay tuned. This story is just beginning.The post Farewell Era Begins at Islands of Adventure as Universal Orlando Files New Decimation Contract appeared first on Inside the Magic.