phillip_white Posted July 17, 2022 Share Posted July 17, 2022 Couldn't find another topic to put this in. The Sacco Company store (part of the building at San Jacinto & McIlhenny) that recently burned is in the midst of remediation. Crews have been working there daily and all other building tenants have had their leases terminated. It appears the whole building will be remodeled. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted July 18, 2022 Share Posted July 18, 2022 I'm glad that the building will be remodeled and hope it attracts desirable tenants to the neighborhood. But please retain the 1920s-30s exterior. Sometimes the results of 'modernizing' a building can be laughable or tragic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted July 21, 2022 Share Posted July 21, 2022 I noticed that the facade of Sacco Company is composed of the same Texas cordova shell limestone as is found on 2401 San Jacinto (formerly Rich's). This material seemed to be popular in the 1930s, Ir may just be coincidence but it makes me wonder if the two buildings were built at about the same time, perhaps even by the same builder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted July 21, 2022 Share Posted July 21, 2022 I feel a lot more strongly about 2401 than this little building. I'd love them to restore the limestone and storefronts, but as long as it's repaired and gets tenants I'll be happy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted July 24, 2022 Share Posted July 24, 2022 On 7/21/2022 at 9:29 AM, Texasota said: I feel a lot more strongly about 2401 than this little building. I agree. Not too long ago 2401 was an attractive building. It's a shame that someone removed the original black ceramic tiles and replaced them with cheap modern materials. Also, the signage is amateurish and not in keeping with the Streamline Modern architecture. Perhaps someone will put it right again, someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted August 11, 2022 Author Share Posted August 11, 2022 According to the workers on site, they are tearing the interior down to (and replacing) the studs. All of the suite footprints will remain as they were before the fire, although a full refresh and bringing everything up to current code should make finding new tenants considerably easier. They weren't sure about the exterior, but I would imagine that would depend on the remediation staying under the insurance budget and the landlord not being a total cheapskate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 Sacco unit (largest) is fully gutted and reframed as are two of the smaller ones along San Jacinto. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted September 2, 2022 Author Share Posted September 2, 2022 A contractor working at 2409 Austin said that the work underway at the Sacco building is for temporary structural support. Apparently the arson investigation is ongoing. Once completed, they can start on the renovation. For now Sacco is relocating to 2409 Austin, possibly as soon as tomorrow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted January 16, 2023 Author Share Posted January 16, 2023 Asbestos warning tape on the building now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted February 16, 2023 Author Share Posted February 16, 2023 Saw a new conex box in the parking area and looks like the inside is completely gutted now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EspersonBuildings Posted February 25, 2023 Share Posted February 25, 2023 On 7/21/2022 at 1:23 AM, dbigtex56 said: I noticed that the facade of Sacco Company is composed of the same Texas cordova shell limestone as is found on 2401 San Jacinto (formerly Rich's). This material seemed to be popular in the 1930s, Ir may just be coincidence but it makes me wonder if the two buildings were built at about the same time, perhaps even by the same builder. Also composed of the same Cordova Shell Limestone is 5015 Fannin (Nehemiah Center) a little further south. I've often wondered if it too was built around the same time as the former Rich's building and by the same builder. In fact, it is almost a duplicate of 2401 Fannin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EspersonBuildings Posted February 26, 2023 Share Posted February 26, 2023 +++ CORRECTION +++ "IN FACT, IT IS ALMOST A DUPLICATE OF 2401 SAN JACINTO". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted March 25, 2023 Author Share Posted March 25, 2023 A worker said Sacco will occupy the whole building. Hopefully that means a full remodel to include the exterior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted April 1, 2023 Share Posted April 1, 2023 Sky lights included. I wonder if they plan an open court yard in the middle? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted April 4, 2023 Share Posted April 4, 2023 Architect - https://www.abastudio.co Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 They patched the roof. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted April 25, 2023 Author Share Posted April 25, 2023 6 minutes ago, hindesky said: They patched the roof. I walked by here earlier today. The entire left side of the building fronting San Jacinto has been removed. You can see the notch in this photo. Wonder if they're re-doing the whole facade or just the portion that was damaged by the fire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted July 8, 2023 Author Share Posted July 8, 2023 The side facing San Jacinto will have no windows and be covered in "decorative tile." No clue what that means, but it's a bummer for interaction with the street. Probably trying to cut costs. The Sacco entrance is moving to the parking lot. They plan to be moved back in within the next 2-3 months. The suites at the corner of San Jacinto and McIlhenny are being roughed in for tenants, but no leases have been signed yet. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted August 5, 2023 Share Posted August 5, 2023 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilcal Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 On 7/8/2023 at 12:16 PM, phillip_white said: The side facing San Jacinto will have no windows and be covered in "decorative tile." No clue what that means, but it's a bummer for interaction with the street. Probably trying to cut costs. The Sacco entrance is moving to the parking lot. They plan to be moved back in within the next 2-3 months. The suites at the corner of San Jacinto and McIlhenny are being roughed in for tenants, but no leases have been signed yet. I wish I had seen this thread earlier. If they modify at least 50% of the facade facing a Walkable Places street then they have to meet the requirements of WP which would be 50% fenestration and at least one entrance. I've sent an email so we'll see. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 Not sure what this really means by "commercial demo 2015 IBC" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phillip_white Posted October 2, 2023 Author Share Posted October 2, 2023 8 hours ago, Amlaham said: Not sure what this really means by "commercial demo 2015 IBC" Probably referencing the 2015 version of the International Building Code. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilcal Posted December 13, 2023 Share Posted December 13, 2023 On 8/16/2023 at 11:08 AM, wilcal said: I wish I had seen this thread earlier. If they modify at least 50% of the facade facing a Walkable Places street then they have to meet the requirements of WP which would be 50% fenestration and at least one entrance. I've sent an email so we'll see. Quick update. I think this project is going to be taking awhile.... I'm not an expert on this, but they submitted the wrong type of permits on part of what they are going to do and their approved plans do include glass along the street, not an impervious/opaque decorative tile. Also keeping an entrance along San Jacinto. I feel confident that the end result will at least match what was there before and/or they will need to meet Livable Places standards. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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