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Jun 14, 2020 3:34 AM |
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Originally Posted by ASU Diablo
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Quick updates I was able to capture from joining the meeting earlier this AM.
- Astra - This one looks like it's a full go, everything moving along. Found out the main reason for adding a 2nd Northbound lane on 2nd Ave is due to the Fire Departments's request versus the anticipated influx of traffic. A Text Amendment is being submitted as well to slightly alter the path of the Taylor Street Pedestrian Paseo to better align w/ the footprint of Astra. Wasn't able to follow the discussion around this but developer supposed to release better renderings to capture the change.
- Hubbard - They shared the same renderings as before. Developer is anticipating breaking ground 1Q 2021 and opening by Summer 2023. The one thing that did catch my attention was the parking ratio at 65%. (309 total units / only 201 parking spots). The developer did mention they believe the City's Parking Ordinance is out of date so look's like exit2left may be onto something here and is right. Based on their research and surveys of the surrounding areas and recent completed projects, 65% parking ratio is currently the sweet spot in the market and they expect for it to decrease. Not final yet but they plan on unbundling parking from the rent as well for those without dedicated parking spots.:tup:
- Steinegger Lodging - Discussion got a little heated but it's not looking good for preservationists. There is "nothing they can do" for the building and apparently sits on a sink hole, further making it less and less likely in can be successfully rehabbed. Still a shame CSM let it sit like for almost 6 years since it took over the property in 2014. Also, the attorney Nick Wood (very douchey and condescending asshole at times) did mention supposedly CSM already has renderings in place for the space and they plan to build something. Which is strange since not too long ago they were actively trying to sell it LOL They asked if CSM was willing to hold off demolition until the proposed project moved further along and permits were approved. It was a resounding NO again, so probably just a ploy by the lawyer and his client to get away with it sitting vacant for a while or as a parking lot. We'll see what happens after Monday's HP meeting.
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Cool, thanks for the info.
I drove into central phoenix from i-17 SB to I-10 EB via the tunnel. That's the best view of downtown. I can't wait until Astra is in the foreground taking over the skyline.
The number of cranes is awesome. Speaking of, i stopped and took a couple pics from the top of the parking garage at 7th St/I-10. That's not my fave view of downtown, but the cranes are a sight to behold, considering much of my adult life living in central phoenix had only included a crane here, and a crane there. Not the crazy influx we're seeing now.
Who can host and post my pics? DM me and ill email then to you. My pics have 8 of the 13 downtown cranes.
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