Despite the unpromising appearance of the Produce Warehouse in its present state, there is much hope for the rehabilitation of the structure. As a condition of obtaining federal aid to build the ramp, the DOT entered into an agreement giving the Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission, another state agency which was given as say in the management and protection of the property. Also, the produce market is considered a 20th-century historical site, part of a "provisions warehouse historic district" that has been identified by the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission which makes it eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Since 1998, the Produce Warehouse has become an eyesore, however a recent assessment of the building commissioned by the Department of Transportation has demonstrated that the building continues to be structurally sound, and that rehabilitation of the property is possible. Given current development taking place in the area and on adjacent properties, the Produce Warehouse has potential for restoration and reintegration into the urban fabric as bustling hub of activity.