nate

29 condominium residences at 2360 Rice Blvd.

There's a sign on the property and a website.

https://chaucerhouston.com

On 1/18/2022 at 11:32 AM, Amlaham said:

Do you guys think they're going to tear down that house and rebuild based off of the square footage? The house is actually really nice and it fits the area. Based off of the company, they're based in AZ and have locations in Dallas. Their stores fit the "850 ft2" size, however, they're ugly .. Picture for reference :(

Making way for sad salads

22 hours ago, hindesky said:

Found this...

https://tlimagazine.com/profiles/porsche-cars-north-america-inc/

"The company receives cars into four ports in the United States – located in Providence, R.I.; Brunswick, Ga.; Houston and San Diego – as well as a port in Halifax, Nova Scotia. From these ports, the operation ships cars to a network of 190 U.S.-based dealers and 15 dealers throughout Canada."

I knew Volkswagens were shipped to Houston, they used to deliver across the ship channel from were I worked at one time. Before that, Toyotas were shipped to Houston.

Per this tracking, the last time this vessel came to Houston it stopped by Halifax and Davisville (near Providence RI) on the way here.

https://www.myshiptracking.com/vessels/felicity-ace-mmsi-371427000-imo-9293911

Dunno if it was meant to continue on to Houston this time.

I heard it was a seafood place, so that's consistent. 

2 hours ago, IntheKnowHouston said:

 

That was my assumption as well. I suppose further details will be announced or reported soon. It will be interesting seeing how the space is transformed. Also interested in seeing how this will perform with Brasserie 19, Perry's, and Hudson House (when it opens) since it will probably have a similar price point as those businesses.

It will have to have a high price to support the rent, especially on such a big space (6,198 sf). I think there's plenty of business out there, but they do need to distinguish themselves from other nearby restaurants.

On that point, B19 and Hudson House have pretty similar menus and are right next door...

Interesting name. I tried to figure out what it means and the only thing I can come up with is the Cocody is the name of an upscale suburb of Abidjan, Ivory Coast. 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cocody

21 hours ago, nate4l1f3 said:

My buddy said he saw this building being demolished. Wasn’t the original plan to be renovated? I believe they’ve been renovating the inside for a while. Anyone know what’s up?

Based upon the attached and what it looked like to me yesterday, I think they are just demolishing the storefronts and will build new storefronts to match the Rice Box aesthetic. I have no inside knowledge so could be wrong.

FYI, the Badolina bakery across the street is now open and its fantastic.

3259 SF RTL TO RSTRNT W:STR'L MODS 1-1-5.pdf

4 hours ago, wilcal said:

Looks like another restaurant coming to Rice Village

 

nate, does the general public have the ability to view the further details on the permits like you have attached? I can't for the life of me figure out how to view this from the weekly reports. 

 

Works for me using the search portal.

http://www.cohtora.houstontx.gov/approot/soldpermits/online_permit.htm

That one is a Pokeworks.

2514 Rice.pdf

15 minutes ago, talltexan83 said:

It looks like the Rice Management Co. bought the property at 5504 Morningside last year.  Construction fence is up and renovations appear to be underway.  This building had once been slated for a Dat Dog franchise expansion, but I'm guessing the new ownership means that plan is off......anyone know what is happening here?  

If nothing else, it is encouraging that Rice is still expanding their footprint in the Rice Village. Hopefully they can tie this property into the Hopdoddy/Mendocino Farms patio next door.

Looks like Rice Box found another location after their University & Greenbriar deal failed.

5504 Morningside.pdf

On 4/26/2020 at 3:59 AM, j_cuevas713 said:

Wtf is this!? Isn’t there a small strip center there already? 

There is.

Looks They are listing up to 2100sf, which is the size of the bath store. Guessing that lease is expiring and they are doing a remodel to try to attract a new tenant.

Ho-hum.

Update: 

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Southgate Civic Club Update - Dryden Replat

After meeting and negotiating with the developer several times in January and February, the Southgate Civic Club (SCC) has reached a compromise agreement for the Dryden replat and the construction to follow. Under the agreement, the SCC will not oppose the replat of the two lots and the construction to follow. In exchange, the developers have agreed to modify their construction plans in several important respects, and have also agreed to important permanent construction and use restrictions on the combined lot. The City of Houston Planning Department explained that this is a “must approve” replat without any variances, and that the replat would be granted at the hearing and that, according to their interpretation, it does not violate the deed restrictions. The developer (Ben Bahorich) was encouraged by architects and developers to maximize the value of the site with a seven-story structure. Ben took into account the residential neighborhood and downsized the structure to four stories, as well as agreeing to other important concessions requested by the neighborhood. The planned four-story structure consists of one parking level with three stories of apartments above (18 units). The structure will have more than the required amount of parking and will have an underground stormwater detention system, private garbage collection and some level of on-site property management. We expect demolition and construction to start in late May or June of 2020. Most importantly, the developers have agreed to impose construction and use restrictions (deed restrictions) on the combined lot that automatically renew and will bind future owners of the lot. The key new deed restrictions enter into effect within days after replat approval and include a 50 ft. height limit, a four-story maximum, no further recombination with other lots, and no short term rentals (Airbnb) permanently after an initial period (6 or 9 months) where it is allowed for up to 50% of the bedrooms. The developer also agreed to remove the rooftop deck for residents, which was an important concession. The new restrictions ensure that this developer (post replat) and future developers can’t build a seven story, 90 ft. tall building. As part of the agreement, if neighborhood residents stop this project before completion, the new deed restrictions would be terminated, and the next lot owner would be free to build a larger structure. After this experience, the SCC will improve the transparency and explanation of deed restrictions and guidelines. We will provide better notice to future developers/buyers about SCC’s plan approval authority and interpretation of the deed restrictions by recording additional documents in the county property records and also updating the website. Lastly, I would like to thank you for the numerous volunteer hours logged by many in the neighborhood, working to protect our community. We have plans to further strengthen and amend our deed restrictions, and will inform you when we are nearing those steps.

On 2/12/2020 at 1:48 PM, Urbannizer said:

New subdivision plat filed:

 

SubdivisionPlatPDF_2020-2-4_PLAT_KIRBY CROSSING.pdf 569.35 kB · 78 downloads

Despite the title of this thread and references above to Midway, the plat highly suggests to me that this is going to be just another H-E-B. Of course, that's not a criticism of the project. Their newest Meyerland location is really nice.

The landowner is 2700 Alabama Kirby, LLC with H-E-B, LP signing at its sole member. This means that H-E-B, LP is the sole owner of the entity at this time. H-E-B does develop conventional shopping centers that they anchor, but I'm not aware of them developing any apartment or mixed-use projects. Perhaps H-E-B will get more creative, but I doubt they are going to think out of the box with this one.

A sign for an off street parking variance was posted last Thursday.

I live very close to this location and am glad my street is permit only 7 days a week 😁

For those of you that were planning on going:

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PMG, developer for the proposed 5501 La Branch project, informed us that today's meeting (July 23, 6:00 p.m. at Hotel ZaZa) is by invitation rather than open to the public.  This meeting is not the community meeting that MPNA and MPSN have requested numerous times. We are disappointed and apologize for any inconvenience due to prior meeting notification. CM Boykins, Museum Park Super Neighborhood, and Museum Park Neighborhood Association remain committed to broader community engagement on this project that will have significant impact on our neighborhood.  We look forward to your input at the Planning Commission meeting, Thursday, July 25, 2:30 p.m., City Hall Annex, 901 Bagby Street.  Anyone who did not speak on July 11, may speak at the July 25 meeting.  Please contact info@museumparkna.org or president@museumparksn for further details. Sincerely, Museum Park Neighborhood Association

On 5/28/2019 at 10:54 PM, Triton said:

 

I've been saying this for years but I think the real transformation will come at the Post Oak Shopping Center. This is one of the largest tracks of land in such a centrally located area that if it were to go mixed-use, it would literally be a game changer for this area of Houston.

Agree with you.

One of the tenants in that center told me perhaps four or five years ago that their lease and all the other leases in the center expired in seven years. I don't know if that information is still accurate, but if I'm the Landlord, I'd want to manage the property in that way to expedite redevelopment.

Keep in mind that the existing use of this property is two massive surface parking lots for TMC employees who are shuttled into other buildings. Those parkers will have to be accommodated or relocated to another site.

Underground parking for the TMC3 site alone would be astoundingly expensive. We shall see.

At least OST and Braeswood are pretty big roads that should be able to handle the extra traffic.

On 4/28/2019 at 10:37 PM, Montrose1100 said:

I like the design but the shape of the mid section throws me off. Also completely blocks the apartment tower of Downtown views.

They thought about this when designing Latitude. If you look at the floorpan, the only units in the building that exclusively face downtown are sub 450 square foot micro units. Also, the views to downtown are mostly blocked anyway by other buildings, except maybe the upper floors.

https://www.latitudemedcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Latitude_M2.pdf

https://www.latitudemedcenter.com/virtual-tours/m2-showroom/

As a Southgate homeowner, I've actually read the deed restrictions. Those Northwest facing views, which are excellent, will never, ever be obstructed. I'm not thrilled with the extra traffic this will bring but accept that it's part of the price to be paid for living here, though additional steps should be taken to discourage cut through traffic.

The rooftop restaurant & bar is a cool feature. 

That's good work with 5555 Morningside. Will be nice with the patio.

The Politan Row space suffered from damager during the storm yesterday.

I had assumed F&B meant food and beverage on that plan but not what I expected!

I think it's a cool spot though.

6 hours ago, CrockpotandGravel said:

 Also the St Roch Market guys have a history of building their food halls from large prominent existing buildings that are two stories (as is the Village Arcade) and occupies a large space (as is the Village Arcade shown in the renderings being renovated into a food hall).

We are both speculating here so I'm not saying that you are incorrect, but I'll note that 5555 Morningside is a two story building with almost 22k improved square feet per HCAD.

49 minutes ago, talltexan83 said:

There is a construction fence up around the entire old Gorgeous Gael property on Morningside and active remodeling going on.......food hall or not, I'm very curious to see what they do with this space.  It'd be great to see them re-purpose the adjacent parking lots for some public shared use or patio space.

Agreed on very curious what's going on there.

As I mentioned above, I suspect that if there is a food hall at Rice, it would be there. Certainly just speculating at this point though.

It is an outstanding location for a food hall since, as you suggest, the parking lots at the property could be used for patio space just like they did across Morningside. There is no need for those surface parking lots since there is easy garage access. The property is two levels and would have nice late night synergy with the adjacent bars.

Are we sure that this is going in the location reflected in the 2016 plans? Those 2016 renderings don't identify which particular space the food hall would be located in, but all the first floor space along University is currently leased and occupied by national retailers. The second floor space is partially leased and occupied currently, with only ~7200sf of contiguous space shown on the Site Plan as available. 

However, Rice owns a ~22,000sf two story building at 5555 Morningside that is currently under renovation. The only current occupant is Doc Holliday's, but the buidling has otherwise been totally gutted. It was previously occupied by Gorgeous Gael and a few other tenants. This would seem like a good food hall location since Monringside is a big restaurant focus of Rice Village and would be available for occupancy sooner than the University Site, I would think.

RV_Lease-Plan-Website_2018_0919-colored-compressed.pdf

For those interested in the allegations....

64600983.PDF