Winnipeg's Exchange District | East/West | Development - Page 99

Ando · #**1961** Posted **Mar 17, 2017, 2:35 PM**

Someone didn't have their coffee this morning.

Urban recluse · #**1962** Posted **Mar 17, 2017, 2:46 PM**

I did, and I am on my second cup LOL. Stefano is a huge booster for downtown, but Timmerman is useless.

buzzg · #**1963** Posted **Mar 18, 2017, 6:05 PM**

I've heard whispers that a pub chain not in Winnipeg yet is in talks to buy the whole Maw's Garage complex. That would currently be Citizen, Mazag, and the parking lot. Apparently it's someone with deep pockets that loves the possibility of a 3 season patio in the parking lot.

This is actually purchasing the building, not just a lease. The current lease agreements only require 6 months notice to void.

1ajs · #**1964** Posted **Mar 18, 2017, 6:08 PM**

lots of potential if one can get proper staffing in the managment part

buzzg · #**1965** Posted **Mar 18, 2017, 6:27 PM**

I'd love if they sandblasted the exterior to reveal the original brick. I don't think there's any pictures of it pre-painting that aren't black and white - anyone know what kind of stone it is?

blueandgoldguy · #**1966** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 1:45 AM**

Wow. That commercial for the exchange was pretty awful.

1ajs · #**1967** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 2:06 AM**

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Originally Posted by blueandgoldguy

Wow. That commercial for the exchange was pretty awful.

?????????

Urban recluse · #**1968** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 2:31 AM**

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Originally Posted by buzzg

I've heard whispers that a pub chain not in Winnipeg yet is in talks to buy the whole Maw's Garage complex. That would currently be Citizen, Mazag, and the parking lot. Apparently it's someone with deep pockets that loves the possibility of a 3 season patio in the parking lot.

This is actually purchasing the building, not just a lease. The current lease agreements only require 6 months notice to void.

That would be amazing. It is such an eyesore, embarrassing.

Labroco · #**1969** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 3:52 PM**

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Originally Posted by Urban recluse

That would be amazing. It is such an eyesore, embarrassing.

I seem to recall Ma's Garage is tied to the Travelers Bldg and the condos in it..

Just don't see it as anything other than parking...

Urban recluse · #**1970** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 4:31 PM**

Fine, but renovate the nasty exterior.

buzzg · #**1971** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 6:33 PM**

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Originally Posted by Labroco

I seem to recall Ma's Garage is tied to the Travelers Bldg and the condos in it..

Just don't see it as anything other than parking...

Different building owners. There have been people in the past who have tried to have events in there (including myself) but the city denied it because the residents in that building are insanely vocal.

The city also told me that it was "unsafe" to have an event in there because of the holes in the roof. But I guess it's ok to be in there while parking...

Labroco · #**1972** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 6:44 PM**

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Originally Posted by buzzg

Different building owners. There have been people in the past who have tried to have events in there (including myself) but the city denied it because the residents in that building are insanely vocal.

The city also told me that it was "unsafe" to have an event in there because of the holes in the roof. But I guess it's ok to be in there while parking...

It is a shame the owners will not repair the roof or do any work on the facade...

The title is clouded somewhat as well if I recall correctly.

buzzg · #**1973** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 6:55 PM**

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Originally Posted by Labroco

It is a shame the owners will not repair the roof or do any work on the facade...

The title is clouded somewhat as well if I recall correctly.

I think the issue is that it's essentially no more than a bandstand right now. No insulation, floor is gravel, etc., but it's a historical building so without likely millions in investment to turn it back to an actual building – if you put money in to fix it up in its current form, you're still investing a ton of money into a 16-car parking lot. Makes no business sense.

But, combine that in with a restoration of the entire complex, and it's a bit more doable.

I found out that Urban Sparq (The Pint) bought and sat on their current building for 2 years before redevelopment. They waited for the right time – and once they did it, they spent another 2 years and close to 3 million dollars on the renos. So it was $3mil and 4 years to open that place, they wanted to do it right.

Urban recluse · #**1974** Posted **Mar 19, 2017, 11:50 PM**

Great potential to compliment King's Head. This area should be a Hell of a lot more vibrant with so many post-secondary students in the vicinity. More housing is needed.

trueviking · #**1975** Posted **Mar 20, 2017, 5:31 AM**

The roof was fixed a couple years ago wasn't it?

That would be an amazing development. I hope it's true!!!

1ajs · #**1976** Posted **Mar 20, 2017, 5:47 AM**

the roof was repaired

doesnt steven hua curently own it and part of what resulted in the insainly vocal bs was because of the fights at his club (republic) he also lives in the travelers building

Portmanteau · #**1977** Posted **Mar 21, 2017, 3:29 PM**

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Originally Posted by NK59

Not sure how the owners of these units are already on the hook for $400+/month in condo fees already. Makes me think they are already doing repairs to the building that perhaps Streetside should have done when renovating or there are mechanical issues no longer under warranty.

I guess it's not insane considering the fees include: Heat, Hot Water, Hydro, Insurance-Common Area, Landscaping/Snow Removal, Management, Water.

No repairs being done. The costs you mentioned are included (the water bill alone for the year would give you vertigo), and the new Condo Act which mandates contributions to reserve fund.

Urban recluse · #**1978** Posted **Mar 25, 2017, 2:44 AM**

New info on 139 Market:

http://district139.streetsidewinnipeg.com/

1ajs · #**1979** Posted **Mar 25, 2017, 5:56 AM**

^^^ so weird seeing my friends art used like that

NK59 · #**1980** Posted **Mar 25, 2017, 10:51 PM**

Anyone have an update or news on the James Ave/Waterfront pump house development?
I see they've moved the limestone piles in to one mound at the end of the lot from whatever "artsy" project that was supposed to be.

Who's the developer on this?
Is there a construction schedule? When might these go on sale?

http://www.metronews.ca/news/winnipe...g-forward.html