CrockpotandGravel

This was in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Originally posted by crockpotandgravel, September 14, 2019 in the thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. This is one of those few and far in between rare moments when I agree with Ross. But he did take the words out of my mouth. Properties between N Durham and N Shepherd Dr are going commercial, with homeowners selling their homes to commercial developers. Infill commercial development in that pocket of the Heights is increasing by the day. Imagine living on one of those streets between N Durham and N Shepherd with new commercial businesses next door. There's increased traffic and noise contributing to a lower quality of life for homes next door. There aren't many people who'd want to live with that.

Construction photos of Sunset taken over the summer. This is the rooftop bar on the Steigerwald Building at 2119 Dallas St, 77003 in Houston's EaDo: Photos are from Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/sunsethouston/

This was in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Originally posted by Ross, September 14, 2019 in the thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. That's likely to happen to any house in that area, since retail is taking over between Durham, and Shepherd. No one wants to be the last house in the middle of retail.

More details on Half Price Books impending March 2020 closing from CultureMap. The publication also reached out to the building's owner for details and asked if another tenant has signed on. From CultureMap Houston on Friday: On Wednesday, November 6, it was reported that Half Price Books on 2537 University Blvd., a bookstore that has been at that location for four decades, will be closing its doors early next year. ..."Unfortunately, rent prices have gone up," says Emily Bruce, Half Price's public relations manager. "We couldn't afford to stay in the area." According to Debbie Sheets, property manager and leasing agent for Dutch Line Properties (aka the property owners), there were negotiations between with Half Price regarding what they could pay in order to stay. Sadly, both parties couldn't work it out. "We couldn't agree on a price," says Sheets. "The property's worth more than the rent they could afford." Bruce says the Rice Village location will officially close on Sunday, March 8. And although there hasn't been any plans to move the business to another locations, Bruce insists that "the management team always keeps an eye out for new locations." There hasn't been any word on what business will be in Half Price's place once they completely vacate the premises at the end of March... http://houston.culturemap.com/news/city-life/11-08-19-half-price-books-rice-village-closing-houston-dutch-line-properties/

1500 Oliver St may be part of the Dock High District (I think) within the Sawyer Yards. The property sits next to Lovett's other development at 1201 Oliver St in the First Ward. The property is included on the Sawyer Yards Masterplan below. There is no listing of this property on Lovett Commercial's website yet, but that doesn't mean it won't in the future. Both 1201 Oliver and 1505 Oliver St were marked as retail development for a year or longer before Lovett published materials / announced plans for both. That could be true of this property.

Originally posted December 5, 2018 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. An archive link of this thread in its entirety before the deletion of my posts is here. Facebook page for Sunset, the rooftop bar on the Steigerwald Building at 2119 Dallas St, 77003 in Houston's EaDo. https://www.facebook.com/Sunset-Houston-505871666572219/

This was in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Originally posted by cspwa', September 10, 2019 in the thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. Ugh they're replacing a nice little house with a generic store with parking in the front

Originally posted December 5, 2018 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. An archive link of this thread in its entirety before the deletion of my posts is here. Renderings of Sunset, the rooftop bar on the Steigerwald Building at 2119 Dallas St, 77003 in Houston's EaDo: From NextSeed

This was originally posted September 10, 2019 in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. A replat for Lowell Street Annex ( 726 W 18th St ) was submitted to the city of Houston planning commision in May. (direct link to full-size image: https://i.imgur.com/XDJyzvw.jpg) (direct link to full-size image: https://i.imgur.com/LrThNqg.jpg)

Originally posted December 5, 2018 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. An archive link of this thread in its entirety before the deletion of my posts is here. More on the on Steigerwald Building at 2119 Dallas St, 77003 in Houston's EaDo: The rooftop bar Sunset is on crowd sourcing investment website NextSeed. Here are details from NextSeed: Houston’s newest rooftop bar in its most up and coming neighborhood, East Downtown (EaDo) Unique views of the downtown skyline and surrounding sports stadiums Wine, rotating craft beer, and globally-inspired cocktail menu created by a Level 2 Sommelier The best place to go #chasingsunsets in Houston About Sunset: Sunset will be an upscale lounge establishment, decorated with an eye for classic 50’s design — the kind of place you could envision a modern Frank Sinatra singing in — perfect for pre- or post-dinner drinks. The showstopper won’t be a musical number, but the 1,600 square foot patio for guests to enjoy their drinks on, beyond the entirely glass wall separating the exterior space from the interior. In addition to unparalleled views of downtown and the surrounding sports stadiums that Sunset will have premier access to as the tallest bar in the area, the rooftop will also have plenty of seating. The outdoor area will feature glowing patio centerpieces where patrons can enjoy the city views, be assisted by dedicated outdoor servers and order drinks through a waiting window. Inside, a lounge atmosphere will be complemented with entertainment in the form of DJs or lounge singers who’ll perform on a stage which can be discreetly hidden with additional seating when not in use. The eclectic bar and tables will be designed by a local artist, and ample couches, chairs and barstools will aid the relaxing vibe on offer. Though it won’t be confused for one of the city’s ubiquitous sports bars, a handful of television screens will enable guests to follow the games in a refined atmosphere, and allow the bar to serve those that want to keep up to date on the city’s major sporting attractions without being doused in beer after an incredible play. The menu includes a carefully curated selection of martinis, cocktails inspired by sunsets around the world, and a rotating selection of local craft beers, including those from several of the breweries found nearby. While living in Houston, Dominic became a level two sommelier and will be heavily involved in the drinks menu development. https://www.nextseed.com/offerings/sunset/

Originally posted December 5, 2018 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. An archive link of this thread in its entirety before the deletion of my posts is here. An update on the Steigerwald Building at 2119 Dallas St, 77003 in Houston's EaDo: From Eater Houston: Sunset, a new rooftop lounge boasting “marvelous views” of the Houston skyline, is headed to EaDo. The project from second-generation bar owner Dominic Moreau will debut at 2119 Dallas Street. There’s both a 1,600 square foot patio and an indoor area separated by a glass partition, which allows for optimum outdoor viewing no matter where patrons are seated. In a statement, Moreau says that he fell in love with the third-floor space when he saw it, and was compelled to open a bar there. The indoor area will be conducive to live music and game-watching on one of the many TVs planned for the bar. Sunset’s cocktail menu will focus on a variety of martinis, which happen to be Moreau’s favorite drink. Get ready for vibrantly colored cocktails — a press release states that the libations are “inspired by sunsets around the world.” Local craft beer will also be on offer. “I wanted to do something different in what’s quickly becoming Houston’s most up and coming neighborhood,” Moreau said in a statement. The space that Sunset will occupy is is currently under construction. https://houston.eater.com/2018/12/5/18126057/sunset-rooftop-bar-opening-eado-dallas-street

This was originally posted September 10, 2019 in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. More on the new buildout coming to 726 W 18th in Shady Acres. This is the property next to Lowell Street Market in the Heights area in Houston. From Houston Business Journal this evening: A new retail development is going up at 726 W. 18th St., between North Shepherd Street and North Durham Drive in the Heights. The project, called Lowell Street Annex, is unrelated to the Lowell Street Market development next door — the names are merely similar. Matthew Dunn, an associate in the Houston office of Dallas-based Weitzman Group, is handling leasing as Lowell Street Annex looks for tenants. “Because of the location in a neighborhood of active residents, and with high-end fitness concept Sweat 1000 across the street, we’re marketing to a mix of uses, including health and wellness uses such as spas, juice bars and waxing concepts,” Dunn said in a release. The contractor for the project is Texana Builders, the architect is Robert Charles with Veritas AEC. Both firms are based in Houston. The property owner was not disclosed. The project is expected to be completed in mid-2020. https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2019/09/09/another-heights-development-adds-to-rapidly.html

Exactly. I think there are few posts in those forums because it's not clear what should go where. And there are fewer posts in the newly created forums because as discussed in posts here, it covers too broad of area to the point that it reaches suburbs that are not in the city of Houston. There are forums missing for major neighborhoods where development and adaptive reuses are surging (Washington Corridor, Rice Village area, Garden Oaks / Oak Forest area, Astrodome area, Galleria / Uptown area, Memorial area ) Geographical forums are the answer and make sense. My suggestion: Inner Loop Forum (includes the current forums plus the ones below because they qualify having their own forums based on the amount of redevelopment and development taking place, as is/was the basis for the creation of the other dedicated neighborhood forums.) River Oaks Astrodome area (would include the Astrodome neighborhood that includes the areas surrounding NRG Stadium down to Holly Hall & 288) Rice Village area (would include SouthHampton, Boulevard Oaks neighborhoods and others, plus the city of West University Place) Washington Corridor (includes First Ward, Old Sixth Ward, Rice Military, and other neighborhoods) Fifth Ward area (because there is lots of development happening here or going to with East River coming soon, which is usually the basis of a neighborhood or area receiving its own forum) Outer Loop Forum (would include the geographical parts of Houston proper that are between the loop and the beltway) Garden Oaks / Oak Forest (because there is lots of development happening here, which is usually the basis of a neighborhood or area receiving its own forum) Meyerland (because there is lots of development happening here, which is usually the basis of a neighborhood or area receiving its own forum) Bellaire (although some parts are inside the loop, majority of the city is outside the loop) Galleria / Uptown area Memorial area Energy Corridor Southwest Houston (a forum for all neighborhoods in southwest Houston) Southeast Houston (a forum for all neighborhoods in southeast Houston) Northeast Houston (a forum for all neighborhoods in northeast Houston) Northwest Houston (a forum for all neighborhoods in northwest Houston) East Houston Suburbs (the return of the suburb forums) Pearland area (would include Alvin, Manvel and surrounding towns) Katy area (would include Richmond, Fulshear, Brookshire, and other surrounding towns) Sugar Land area (would include Missouri City, Stafford, Rosenberg, and other surrounding cities) The Woodlands & Spring area (would include Tomball, Conroe, Shenandoah, Oak Ridge and other surrounding towns) Kingwood & Humble area Cypress area Bay Area (would include Webster, Friendswood, League City, Seabrook, and other surrounding cities0 Galveston area Pasadena area Baytown area I know that there won't be a fix or addition where everyone will be 100% on board. And though the recent forum additions are a step in the right direction, this would be better because it will be easy for everyone (members and visitors ) to find topics or know where to find & post their contributions.

1500 Oliver Street in the First Ward. This is part of Washington Corridor area of Houston (I think). Aerial view: Street View from February 2017

Finally, media reports on the closing of the Rice Village area location of Half Price Books. Half Price Books confirms the post from Reddit published in September.. From Houston Chronicle last week: The Rice Village location of Half Price Books is set to close its doors in March. “The rent cost in the area has gone up. We're at the point that we can no longer afford to stay in that location,” said Emily Bruce, a representative for the Dallas-based company. The store, which opened in 1981, is located at 2537 University Blvd. in a two-story building that was formerly occupied by a clothing store, rock 'n' roll club and theater co-op, according to Rice Village store manager Veronica Wilkerson. ...Over the years several celebrities have reportedly walked through the store's front doors, including Michael Jackson and Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top. https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Half-Price-Books-Rice-Village-set-to-close-doors-14814845.php

This was originally posted September 9, 2019 in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Rendering of the retail building proposed for the 726 W 18th lot,This is in the Greater Heights area of Houston. Weitzman is marketing the property and is over leasing.

This was originally posted September 9, 2019 in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. A retail building is proposed for the 726 W 18th lot,This is in the Heights area of Houston. Weitzman is marketing the property and is over leasing. The proposed retail was listed on Loopnet September 6. https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/726-W-18th-St-Houston-TX/16904488/ (archive link) Brochure: https://images1.loopnet.com/d2/UFmiF9v6sgGPhMfzJbowctnWwa0kB0t4-C8-dJPeEDQ/document.pdf (archive link) And from Weitzman's site: http://www.weitzmangroup.com/properties/726w18th (archive link) Brochure: http://www.weitzmangroup.com/files/pdf/726-W.-18th-Street(1179).pdf (archive link) From the listings: For Lease Total SF: 5,200 Available SF: 5,200 New retail building available for pre-leasing in the heart of Houston Heights Market Frontage on West 18th Street near Shepherd and Durham, highly trafficked thoroughfares connecting I-10 to I-610 Over five parking spots per 1,000 sf This retail building is brand new, set to deliver Q2 2020. It is in an excellent location in Houston’s Inner Loop and growing Heights area. Nearby retailers include La Lucha, Superica, Snooze, Smoosh Cookies, Sing, HEB, Mello Mushroom, and many others. Site plan:

This was in the previous thread for 3510 White Oak Dr | |The Heights before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Originally posted by crockpotandgravel, September 13, 2019 in the thread for 3510 White Oak Dr | |The Heights. Thanks, @s3mh. When you put in that perspective, the short turnaround time does makes sense. Unlike most of the startups on Nextseed that took a while to open, this business isn't building from the ground up, doing an extensive build-out or renovation requiring a long wait for an opening. Any cosmetic interior work would probably be minimal, allowing for lower construction costs, upstart costs, and a shorter opening timeline.

Since this topic is specifically about this property, here are other articles backing up the Houston Chronicle's geographical classification of this property being in Timbergrove : From The Leader: Timbergrove is soon to be home to the second location of Dak & Bop, a restaurant that specializes in Korean fried chicken. https://theleadernews.com/dak-bop-coming-to-timbergrove/ From Eater Houston: Dak & Bop’s Second Location Will Fuse Korean and Italian Cuisine The upcoming Timbergrove restaurant will serve kimchi and bacon carbonara — and fried chicken, of course https://houston.eater.com/2019/9/10/20859444/dak-bop-timbergrove-new-restaurant

This was originally posted September 3, 2019 in the previous thread for Lowell Street Annex | 726 W 18th St | Shady Acres. It's being reposted / reupped since the original thread and other content from me were removed. The 0.22 acre(s) lot at 726 W 18th was for sale and marketed by Davis Commercial. This is in the Heights area of Houston. https://davis-commercial.com/property/sold/726-W-18th-St.html (archive link) Brochure: https://davis-commercial.com/PDF/forsale/726-W-18th-St-v10.pdf (archive link) Details on the sold lot https://www.har.com/homedetail/726-w-18th-st-houston-tx-77008/2972124?sid=3480232 (archive link) 9,498 SF (73’ X 131’) Adjacent to Lowell Market Street ( Snooze & Smoosh) In Heart of Shepherd Restaurant & Retail Corridor

Originally posted September 10, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. A Houston Chronicle report today about Dak & Bop's expansion posted here yesterday. This location will be a Korean-Italian fusion restaurant. Popular Korean fried chicken joint Dak & Bop is heading to Timbergrove. Owner Jason Cho told Chron.com he is launching the second location of the casual restaurant at 1805 West 18th Street in the space formerly occupied by Italian restaurant, La Vista 101. The first location of Dak & Bop, located at 1801 Binz in the Museum District, opened in 2014. "I've been looking for a second location for more than a year. I was waiting for the right spot," Cho said. ...The second outpost of Dak & Bop, 3,000 square feet, is currently being renovated with a tentative opening date set for mid- to late October, Cho said. https://www.houstonchronicle.com/entertainment/restaurants-bars/article/Houston-Heights-Timbergrove-Dak-Bop-fried-chicken-14427955.php

This was in the previous thread for 3510 White Oak Dr | |The Heights before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Originally posted by s3mh, September 12, 2019 in the thread for 3510 White Oak Dr | |The Heights. They just recently got their COA. They are working on it. Windows are papered over, so you can't see what is going on inside. If they can keep the plumbing, electrical, etc. that Happy Fatz left behind, it could be a pretty quick turnaround.

Originally posted September 9, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Braun Enterprises found a new tenant for the building at 1805 W 18th St. This is in the Timbergrove area of Houston. Dak & Bop is replacing La Vista 101 at 1805 W 19th St. Dak & Bop is a locally-owned Korean fried chicken restaurant. There is a location in the Museum District. https://www.dakandbop.com/ Maybe there will be light exterior and interior remodeling .

This thread was originally created September 9, 2019. I'm reposting / reupping this because this post and other content from me are no longer available on the forum due to a mod removing my account and its content in "error" (supposedly). The information may be outdated or no longer relevant, but reupping provides an archive to what was posted. It also provides a place to post future updates about this property if and when it's redeveloped An archive link of the thread before its deletion is coming. 726 W 18th Street in Shady Acres, located in the Greater Heights area of Houston. This is between N Durham Dr and N Shepherd Dr. Aerial view: Street View taken from Google Maps, from a HAR.com listing

Originally posted September 12, 2019 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Has there been any noticeable changes to the bungalow at 3510 White Oak Dr? This was the former Happy Fatz restaurant. Handies Douzo restaurant is opening here. Someone affiliated with this made an interesting comment a week or two ago. They said Handies Douzo is weeks away from opening. That seems quick.So, I don't know if it holds water.