OkieEric Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I haven't been able to dig up a rendering, but it looks like a new complex is going up at 8700 Main St. I saw "Haven at Main St" referenced in the latest planning commission meeting and a building permit was issued for a new parking garage yesterday Buyer for permit was Troy Bell of the Guefen Companies - they apparently specialize in multifamily properties. Judging by their project list they mainly do garden style apartments but this tract is only 3.4 acres Edit: Guess it is just a "plan review fee", not a building permit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alternativemike Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 I think this was the site of the old Hospitality Inn - demolished in 2005 or 2006. To be honest, I live not far from here and the convergence of S.Main and Old Spanish Trail right near this will make access a pain. I would hope they incorporate some sort of secondary access, maybe from the neighborhood behind(it would require maybe a house demo or two) via Lorrie Dr. Or maybe the rear of the Target to connect with Braesmain Dr. Regardless, this is an odd site choice for a multifamily development. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian0123 Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Access from behind (my neighborhood) would not be allowed per our deed restrictions. That said, I don't think the intersection is odd here and could easily support multi family. It's used as parking for the stadium today and it never causes problems. Main is so wide it's really a non issue. I'm excited and hoping this actually turns into something nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted July 17, 2014 Author Share Posted July 17, 2014 There's a light at McNee which would presumably help with access Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alternativemike Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Access from behind (my neighborhood) would not be allowed per our deed restrictions. That said, I don't think the intersection is odd here and could easily support multi family. It's used as parking for the stadium today and it never causes problems. Main is so wide it's really a non issue. I'm excited and hoping this actually turns into something nice.Haha I had a feeling there must be some restrictions in place for that. No doubt, the neighborhood would not take kindly to turning that into basically a "thoroughfare" for residents in and out of there.As far as access via McNee - that's true, it is right at that intersection which will be helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian0123 Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 They now have equipment loaded here and they've started digging. I think this is actually happening! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloud713 Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 So what exactly is "this"? Midrise apartments? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted September 5, 2014 Author Share Posted September 5, 2014 Plan Review Fee for new apartments just out. Does anyone know if anything useful can be gleaned from that Use code? Still can't find anything else on this Project No: 14084005 Date : 2014/09/04 00:00:00 USE : NEW APTS 1-5-3-R2-B-FA/SPK IBC06 110455S Owner/Occupant : *HAVEN AT MAIN Job Address : 8700 MAIN ST BLD1A 77025 Valuation : $ 0 Permit Type : PX FCC Group : Apartments Buyer : *GUEFEN DEVELOPMENT Address : 8700 MAIN ST 77025 Phone : (817) 797-6156 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryDierker Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 This is the sire, right? IMAG0135 by Not.Larry.Dierker, on Flickr A little further south there is another site being developed. the plumbing is ready. But Wasn't a real dig, so probably something very short. Also behind the self storage place near by, David weekly homes is building more townhomes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 http://blog.chron.com/primeproperty/2014/09/apartments-to-rise-near-nrg-stadium-on-s-main/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Huge Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Ho hum.The entire inner loop will look like this in 30 years. Could be worse I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triton Posted September 17, 2014 Share Posted September 17, 2014 Ho hum.The entire inner loop will look like this in 30 years. Could be worse I guess.Could be Paneláks (communist blocks). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 I live very close to here... any new development (particularly west of Kirby Drive) is a great thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoustonIsHome Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 At least it has Windows on the ground floor instead of blank walls or vine covered walls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian0123 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Ho hum.The entire inner loop will look like this in 30 years. Could be worse I guess.For all I care, when compared to what was on this lot previously, it's one of the finest pieces of architecture this city has ever seen. In all seriousness, I have a feeling this section of S Main is starting to take off. Too many huge chunks of land with currently rundown apts/car washes close to a million awesome things in the city. Plus, more big events (and possible tourist attraction if dome is done right) across the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Ho hum.The entire inner loop will look like this in 30 years. Could be worse I guess. Seriously? Hey Howard, come in off the ledge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monarch Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 i for one, am simply ecstatic, that this particular prospective development shall act as a catalyst, as per renewal to the south main quadrant. this development, is exactly what this area has hereby been needing for such a long time. wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Huge Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Seriously? Hey Howard, come in off the ledge!"Ho hum" and I'm on the ledge? Its not that crucial. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alternativemike Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 http://blog.chron.com/primeproperty/2014/09/apartments-to-rise-near-nrg-stadium-on-s-main/ Well, I can tell you one thing...there is no way this is a rendering of the side of the building facing S. Main This must be a connecting driveway on the side or rear of the building I'm guessing. I live in the neighborhood and it will definitely be an improvement for the area though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryDierker Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Well, I can tell you one thing...there is no way this is a rendering of the side of the building facing S. Main It could be the side facing South Main. Often times in these renderings, they place the buildings in unfamiliar settings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian0123 Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 The frontage along S Main is definitely skinnier than the length of the lot (which goes way back to our neighborhood towards Lorrie). I think an orientation like this would make sense and the front along S Main most likely being an office. I'm more curious about what it will be like on the side facing our neighborhood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryDierker Posted October 9, 2014 Share Posted October 9, 2014 soil testing going on as I type this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxtethogrady Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Could be Paneláks (communist blocks). Wrapelaks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryDierker Posted November 16, 2014 Share Posted November 16, 2014 signs, equipment, and portipotties. IMAG0188 by Not.Larry.Dierker, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxtethogrady Posted November 17, 2014 Share Posted November 17, 2014 Looks plenty muddy. And rain next weekend, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryDierker Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 20150311_124902 by Not.Larry.Dierker, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxtethogrady Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 And rain next weekend... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmitch94 Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I know these developments are not our favorite but I feel like they really give Houston a more urban feel. Similar to say LA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryDierker Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 20150323_153207 by Not.Larry.Dierker, on Flickr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 Stopped by Target today and noticed a crane was up on this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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