hindesky Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 (edited) Proposed unrestricted plat. Developer - https://kensingerdonnelly.com https://kensingerdonnelly.com/property/alabama-shepherd/ Edited December 21, 2022 by hindesky 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 (edited) I think the address for this is 3101 S Shepherd Dr, according to the Harris County Appraisal District. A map of the proposed unrestricted plat that consists of: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of a strip center 2049 W Alabama St - previously home to local Thai restaurant Thai Pepper 2045 W Alabama St As noted above, Kensinger Donnelly, a local real estate and property management company owns all three lots. Google Earth view of 3101 S Shepherd Dr, 2049 W Alabama St, and 2045 W Alabama St (with approximated property borders outlined) Edited December 21, 2022 by IntheKnowHouston 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 Streetview of 3101 S Shepherd Dr October 2022 May 2022 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 Google Maps Streetview of 2045 W Alabama St; May 2022 Google Maps Streetview of 2049 W Alabama; May 2022 This was the site of Thai Pepper restaurant. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 (edited) The retail center at 3101-3111 S Shepherd Dr. It's on the corner of West Alabama St. The shopping center is located at the southeast corner of West Alabama and Shepherd. Property is a 7,620 SF shopping center. Current tenants: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - Hardwood Bargains 3105 S Shepherd Dr - Star Lash Bar 3107 S Shepherd Dr - Burn Smoke Shop 3109 S Shepherd Dr - Vacant (previously occupied by Jugs) 3111 S Shepherd Dr - Jenni's Noodle House https://kensingerdonnelly.com/property/alabama-shepherd/ Site plan (I don't know how recent this is) Edited December 21, 2022 by IntheKnowHouston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 (edited) 24 minutes ago, IntheKnowHouston said: Google Maps Streetview of 2049 W Alabama; May 2022 This was the site of Thai Pepper restaurant. Thai restaurant Thai Pepper closed its doors in October. It was located at 2049 W Alabama St. https://www.houstonchronicle.com/food-culture/article/Thai-Pepper-announces-they-are-closing-17415188.php Edited December 21, 2022 by IntheKnowHouston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 I live a 2 min walk from this and the tenants are the same for the shopping center. I hope something nice is done with the Thai Pepper building. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted December 21, 2022 Share Posted December 21, 2022 5 minutes ago, j_cuevas713 said: I hope something nice is done with the Thai Pepper building. I hope so too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted January 6 Author Share Posted January 6 A remote security camera station has been installed. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted February 1 Author Share Posted February 1 Plumbing demo permits for the Thai Pepper and the building next to it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted February 1 Share Posted February 1 Damn what a loss smh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted February 2 Author Share Posted February 2 Construction fencing and plumbers are doing the disconnects. I assume both of these will be torn down for whatever they have planned. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 I don't have high hopes for anything but parking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NB_Brendan Posted February 3 Share Posted February 3 1 hour ago, j_cuevas713 said: I don't have high hopes for anything but parking mm yummy parking lots Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted February 10 Author Share Posted February 10 Two building demo permits. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted February 27 Author Share Posted February 27 Proposed plat will be decided on at the Planning Commission March 16th. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted March 6 Author Share Posted March 6 Gutting the interior. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted March 16 Author Share Posted March 16 Still gutting the interior, I'm sure it has asbestos in both of the old homes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted March 17 Author Share Posted March 17 The name of the plat was changed but it was approved. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted April 2 Author Share Posted April 2 Looks like they are finished gutting it by hand and will now use the excavator to finish the demo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hindesky Posted April 6 Author Share Posted April 6 Thai Pepper building is gone. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hindesky Posted August 29 Author Share Posted August 29 Proposed plat with a different name "Albemarle Place Plaza". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 (edited) A Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) filing was submitted today for Pacific Coast Tacos. The local restaurant is to open a third location at 3101 S Shepherd Dr. It's taking over the space occupied by Hardwood Bargains in Alabama Shepherd Square. Below are details pertaining to Pacific Coast Tacos' forthcoming location from the filing: Estimated Start Date: October 31, 2023 Estimated Completion Date: November 30, 2023 Estimated Cost: $400,000 Type of Work: Renovation/Alteration Scope of Work: Interior remodel for new restaurant Square Footage: 2,587 sf https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/TABS/Search/Project/TABS2024001207 Edited September 19 by IntheKnowHouston 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted September 19 Author Share Posted September 19 https://www.pacificcoasttacos.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 12 hours ago, IntheKnowHouston said: A Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) filing was submitted today for Pacific Coast Tacos. The local restaurant is to open a third location at 3101 S Shepherd Dr. It's taking over the space occupied by Hardwood Bargains in Alabama Shepherd Square. Below are details pertaining to Pacific Coast Tacos' forthcoming location from the filing: Estimated Start Date: October 31, 2023 Estimated Completion Date: November 30, 2023 Estimated Cost: $400,000 Type of Work: Renovation/Alteration Scope of Work: Interior remodel for new restaurant Square Footage: 2,587 sf https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/TABS/Search/Project/TABS2024001207 Following the filing of an architectural barriers project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), there is a plan review fee permit for Pacific Coast Tacos. The permit was filed today. Known for its "Pacific Rim and Baja-inspired cuisine", Pacific Coast Tacos plans to open a third restaurant at 3101 S Shepherd Dr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 2 Share Posted October 2 (edited) Delete Edited October 2 by IntheKnowHouston Original post was for a different topic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 2 Share Posted October 2 On 8/29/2023 at 1:05 PM, hindesky said: Proposed plat with a different name "Albemarle Place Plaza". @hindeskyThe subdivision plat Albemarle Place Plaza is not related to this property. Albemarle Place Plaza pertains to 3607 S Shepherd Dr. It's the former site of James Coney Island and current site for Trill Burgers. This topic is for the following properties: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of a strip center 2049 W Alabama St - previously home to local Thai restaurant Thai Pepper 2045 W Alabama St Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 2 Share Posted October 2 (edited) On 12/21/2022 at 2:14 AM, hindesky said: Proposed unrestricted plat. Developer - https://kensingerdonnelly.com https://kensingerdonnelly.com/property/alabama-shepherd/ On 12/21/2022 at 5:12 AM, IntheKnowHouston said: I think the address for this is 3101 S Shepherd Dr, according to the Harris County Appraisal District. A map of the proposed unrestricted plat that consists of: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of a strip center 2049 W Alabama St - previously home to local Thai restaurant Thai Pepper 2045 W Alabama St As noted above, Kensinger Donnelly, a local real estate and property management company owns all three lots. Google Earth view of 3101 S Shepherd Dr, 2049 W Alabama St, and 2045 W Alabama St (with approximated property borders outlined) The subdivision plat Dearborn Place Partial Replat No. 2 is on the agenda for this week's planning commission meeting. Developers are seeking a variance request. Below are the properties associated with the plat: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of retail center Alabama Shepherd Square (3101-3111 S Shepherd Dr) 2049 W Alabama St - previously home to local Thai restaurant Thai Pepper 2045 W Alabama St Details pertaining to the proposed plat: ...A partial replat of “Dearborn Place” subdivision, being Lots 1,2,3 and a portion of lot 4, in Block 1, as recorded in Volume 6, Page 58 of the Harris County Map Records. The property is located at the southeast intersection of S. Shepherd Drive and W. Alabama Street. The purpose of the replat is to create one unrestricted reserve. Edited October 2 by IntheKnowHouston 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 2 Share Posted October 2 6 minutes ago, IntheKnowHouston said: The subdivision plat Dearborn Place Partial Replat No. 2 is on the agenda for this week's planning commission meeting. Developers are seeking a variance request. Below are the properties associated with the plat: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of retail center Alabama Shepherd Square (3101-3111 S Shepherd Dr) 2049 W Alabama St - previously home to local Thai restaurant Thai Pepper 2045 W Alabama St Details pertaining to the proposed plat: ...A partial replat of “Dearborn Place” subdivision, being Lots 1,2,3 and a portion of lot 4, in Block 1, as recorded in Volume 6, Page 58 of the Harris County Map Records. The property is located at the southeast intersection of S. Shepherd Drive and W. Alabama Street. The purpose of the replat is to create one unrestricted reserve. There's an upcoming public hearing for a variance request related to the Dearborn Place Partial Replat No. 2 subdivision plat. It's on the agenda for this week's planning commission meeting. Developers are seeking a variance request for a "conditional R.O.W. dedication along Shepherd Drive." The plat consists of the following parcels: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of retail center Alabama Shepherd Square (3101-3111 S Shepherd Dr) 2049 W Alabama St 2045 W Alabama St Below are details pertaining to the variance request from documents included in the agenda. Specific Variance is being sought and extent of variance: Conditional R.O.W. dedication along Shepherd Drive Chapter 42 Section: 121 Chapter 42 Reference: The applicant shall dedicate to the public the right-of-way for any street or alley designated in a subdivision plat as a public right-of-way in accordance with the requirements of this chapter and applicable state law. Statement of Facts (1a) The imposition Of the terms, rules, conditions, policies and standards Of this chapter would create an undue hardship by depriving the applicant of the reasonable use of the land; OR The intent of the current phase of the development is only to renovate and modernize the existing structure and maintain the existing sign and parking lot along Shepherd Drive. Shepherd Drive was completely reconstructed in 2023. There are no current plans to reconstruct or widen Shepherd Drive yet again. Further, to widen Shepherd Drive again would require a multitude of properties to dedicate as well, which could potentially take decades. The dedication of land to Shepherd today would be an undue hardship for the property owner today as the additional 5-foot would remain unused by the city, potentially indefinitely. Denying use of the 5-foot strip to be dedicated along Shepherd Drive would also effectively eliminate 11 existing parking spaces in a neighborhood where parking is a scarce commodity, and slow down the continued beautification of the iconic neighborhood. Additionally, the property's existing pylon sign is located within the dedication area. Denial of use would create an undue hardship today by forcing the owner to relocate the sign when there are no plans for construction in the dedication area. (2) The circumstances supporting the granting of the variance are not the result of a hardship created or imposed by the applicant; Shepherd Drive was recently reconstructed and widened, and there are no existing plans to reconstruct or widen Shepherd Drive again. The denial of use of the strip to be dedicated would leave the land unused for an extended period. Furthermore, denying use of the 5-foot strip to be dedicated would also effectively eliminate 11 existing parking spaces in an area where parking is already scarce. The intent Of this variance is to maintain the trendy, pedestrian friendly environment of the beloved neighborhood. The variance will help achieve this by allowing the developer to modernize and beautify the neighborhood in a way that will appeal to the eye of the neighbors and guest of the neighborhood. The developer will be renovating the existing building, and creating a communal space that can be enjoyed by the whole of the community. (3) The intent and general purposes Of this chapter will be preserved and maintained; The intent and general purpose of this chapter will be preserved and maintained in that construction on this section of Shepherd Drive was recently completed. This variance would only allow continued use of the strip to be dedicated until such time as Shepherd Drive is to be widened again. (4) The granting Of the variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety or welfare; Allowing this variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, or welfare of the residents of the area. This variance would allow the developer to beautify the neighborhood, create an attractive communal space, while maintaining the walkable feel of the area, and continue to provide adequate parking in an area where parking is scarce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amlaham Posted October 2 Share Posted October 2 6 hours ago, IntheKnowHouston said: There's an upcoming public hearing for a variance request related to the Dearborn Place Partial Replat No. 2 subdivision plat. It's on the agenda for this week's planning commission meeting. Developers are seeking a variance request for a "conditional R.O.W. dedication along Shepherd Drive." The plat consists of the following parcels: 3101 S Shepherd Dr - site of retail center Alabama Shepherd Square (3101-3111 S Shepherd Dr) 2049 W Alabama St 2045 W Alabama St Below are details pertaining to the variance request from documents included in the agenda. Specific Variance is being sought and extent of variance: Conditional R.O.W. dedication along Shepherd Drive Chapter 42 Section: 121 Chapter 42 Reference: The applicant shall dedicate to the public the right-of-way for any street or alley designated in a subdivision plat as a public right-of-way in accordance with the requirements of this chapter and applicable state law. Statement of Facts (1a) The imposition Of the terms, rules, conditions, policies and standards Of this chapter would create an undue hardship by depriving the applicant of the reasonable use of the land; OR The intent of the current phase of the development is only to renovate and modernize the existing structure and maintain the existing sign and parking lot along Shepherd Drive. Shepherd Drive was completely reconstructed in 2023. There are no current plans to reconstruct or widen Shepherd Drive yet again. Further, to widen Shepherd Drive again would require a multitude of properties to dedicate as well, which could potentially take decades. The dedication of land to Shepherd today would be an undue hardship for the property owner today as the additional 5-foot would remain unused by the city, potentially indefinitely. Denying use of the 5-foot strip to be dedicated along Shepherd Drive would also effectively eliminate 11 existing parking spaces in a neighborhood where parking is a scarce commodity, and slow down the continued beautification of the iconic neighborhood. Additionally, the property's existing pylon sign is located within the dedication area. Denial of use would create an undue hardship today by forcing the owner to relocate the sign when there are no plans for construction in the dedication area. (2) The circumstances supporting the granting of the variance are not the result of a hardship created or imposed by the applicant; Shepherd Drive was recently reconstructed and widened, and there are no existing plans to reconstruct or widen Shepherd Drive again. The denial of use of the strip to be dedicated would leave the land unused for an extended period. Furthermore, denying use of the 5-foot strip to be dedicated would also effectively eliminate 11 existing parking spaces in an area where parking is already scarce. The intent Of this variance is to maintain the trendy, pedestrian friendly environment of the beloved neighborhood. The variance will help achieve this by allowing the developer to modernize and beautify the neighborhood in a way that will appeal to the eye of the neighbors and guest of the neighborhood. The developer will be renovating the existing building, and creating a communal space that can be enjoyed by the whole of the community. (3) The intent and general purposes Of this chapter will be preserved and maintained; The intent and general purpose of this chapter will be preserved and maintained in that construction on this section of Shepherd Drive was recently completed. This variance would only allow continued use of the strip to be dedicated until such time as Shepherd Drive is to be widened again. (4) The granting Of the variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety or welfare; Allowing this variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, or welfare of the residents of the area. This variance would allow the developer to beautify the neighborhood, create an attractive communal space, while maintaining the walkable feel of the area, and continue to provide adequate parking in an area where parking is scarce. I'm a little confused, how are they planning on beautifying the neighborhood and create a walkable/ attractive communal space by requesting that they keep their parking lot as is? Are they planning on doing something in the back? or move parking to the back and create something in the front? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntheKnowHouston Posted October 3 Share Posted October 3 10 hours ago, Amlaham said: I'm a little confused, how are they planning on beautifying the neighborhood and create a walkable/ attractive communal space by requesting that they keep their parking lot as is? Are they planning on doing something in the back? or move parking to the back and create something in the front? I do not know. Maybe someone with knowledge of this development will be able to offer a little insight. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted October 5 Author Share Posted October 5 This was approved by the Planning Commission. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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