Boise Development Thread - Part II

[Sawtooth]

https://sparrowboise.com/

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[Sawtooth]

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[Sawtooth]

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[Evo5Boise]

Coming into downtown off The Connector today, and seeing where the crane stands for the new hotel, is great. It really fills a hole in the skyline and is going to add some great density.

Excuse the very rudimentary drawing here, but this is what I mean. Wikipedia says 180ft tall, so I thought somewhere close to as tall as the Wells Fargo building.

[Craxo]

I think the perspective is a bit off because the height of the Simplot HQ is 147ft, and the black box, which is supposed to be 180ft, is a bit lower than that, and I'm pretty sure the height of the box would about the height of the US Bank building from that perspective.

[IdahoBuildings2020]

[IMG]Screenshot 2024-05-15 184602 by G Brandt, on Flickr[/IMG]
Here is what my google earth model suggests. Not sure why the textures won't load anymore.

[skizzo]

Any news on Block 68?

[Cottonwood]

https://www.capitalpress.com/ag_sect...09c68d492.html

Food hub, farmers market planned as part of Boise Botanical Garden expansion
By BRAD CARLSON Capital Press May 16, 2024

The east Boise garden’s updated master plan calls for expanding the east Boise garden by 10 acres to a total of 25, and building a 22,000-square foot visitor and event center to include space for the food hub.

Boise Farmers Market, which each year leases space in parking lots near 15th Street and Shoreline Drive downtown, would move to the botanical garden, executive director Amber Beierle said. The market would occupy part of the new building and some outdoor space.

[Craxo]

Originally Posted by skizzo

Any news on Block 68?

They plan to break ground later this year and finish construction in 2026.

[Craxo]

Does anybody know what the little crane is for at the AC/Element? And is there a construction cam for the hotels?

[Evo5Boise]

Originally Posted by Craxo

I think the perspective is a bit off because the height of the Simplot HQ is 147ft, and the black box, which is supposed to be 180ft, is a bit lower than that, and I'm pretty sure the height of the box would about the height of the US Bank building from that perspective.

Yeah, I definitely thought of that, but wasn't quite sure where to place it.

Originally Posted by IdahoBuildings2020

[IMG]Screenshot 2024-05-15 184602 by G Brandt, on Flickr[/IMG]
Here is what my google earth model suggests. Not sure why the textures won't load anymore.

Thanks for sharing.

[Sawtooth]

We used to have a few more Fortune 500 company HQ in Boise, Ore-Ida and MK. This is still pretty impressive for a city our size.

https://boisedev.com/news/2021/06/08...%20at%20%23493.

The annual ranking of top companies in the US, ranked by revenue is out from Fortune. And this year, Boise has a third company on the list.

Joining mainstays Micron Technology and Albertsons Companies is Boise Cascade at #493

Lamb Weston Holdings has HQ in Eagle:

4 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in state:

Albertsons
Boise Cascade
Lamb Weston Holdings
Micron Technology

And, then there is the large Simplot HQ downtown and is one of the largest privately owned companies in the world.

I feel as Boise continues to grow that we could possibly attract another Fortune 500 company to add to our already notable mix of Headquarters. We have the tech corridor downtown so we are trending in the right direction for attracting more companies.

[Sawtooth]

I just remembered this news of a new tech company opening in the midtown (https://midtownboise.com/about-midtown/) area of downtown.

https://www.exyte.net/en/Office-open...reasure-Valley

Exyte, the global leader in the design, engineering, and delivery of ultra-clean and sustainable facilities for high-tech industries announces opening of new office in Boise, Idaho

How many more tech companies will move here or expand offices to the City of Trees based on Micron's huge expansion?

[Architecture Design]

Inside Boise Plaza 5 17 2024:













Hotel Renegade was having a Private Event on Friday 5 17 2024, and the valet let me take a peak into lobby. It was beautiful with marble looking floors, and dark woods. Baraboo Super Club has a soft opening coming up soon.

[skizzo]

Originally Posted by Craxo

They plan to break ground later this year and finish construction in 2026.

Has the project changed or is it still the original?

[Craxo]

Originally Posted by skizzo

Has the project changed or is it still the original?

There are currently 5 buildings that will go up as a part of the project, including a 14-story mixed-use building, a 7-story apartment building, and a 3-story Y. I don't know what the other 2 buildings are, though.

Boisebro got a couple screenshots of the proposal back in January:

Originally Posted by Boisebro

[Craxo]

Is the crane for the ICCU tower there/up yet?

[Sawtooth]

Originally Posted by Craxo

Is the crane for the ICCU tower there/up yet?

Not yet.

[Cottonwood]

https://www.noradarealestate.com/blo...arket-booming/

Boise Housing Market is Booming: Expert Predictions for Prices
May 14, 2024 By Marco Santarelli

Boise's housing market is likely to experience a moderation in price growth, potentially transitioning from a seller's market to a more balanced market. This doesn't necessarily mean a housing crash. Boise's strong economy and underlying fundamentals suggest a continued period of stability, with fluctuations in price growth rather than dramatic declines. Let's explore the housing market trends in Boise.

The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho estimates a population increase of nearly 100,000 residents since 2020. This surge in population, coupled with limited housing options, continues to fuel demand and push prices upwards.

[Cottonwood]

https://my.spokanecity.org/news/stor...isit-to-boise/

Big Takeaways from my Visit to Boise
Lisa Brown, Mayor, 509.625.6250
Monday, April 1, 2024 at 4:55 p.m

Earlier this month, I led a small delegation of Spokane leaders to Boise to explore the City of Trees’ strategies for economic development, public safety, housing, and downtown activation.

Perhaps the biggest takeaway from our trip was Boise’s concentrated efforts on downtown activation. From revitalizing historic buildings to creating pedestrian-only streets and hosting diverse community events, Boise exemplifies a city committed to fostering vibrant public spaces.