IntheKnowHouston

13 hours ago, editor said:

I responded to your PM about this already, but I'll note here for everyone else that I'm looking into whether this can be put back the way it was.

Thank you. I see you sent a personal message later in the morning after my post. I appreciate it. I'll respond momentarily.

Fingers crossed that the archiving issue can be resolved. Thanks again.

On 2/19/2024 at 4:36 PM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Last week, Houston Business Journal published an "exclusive" pertaining to Sophie opening soon at Montrose Collective. Sophie is a rooftop bar and lounge from the group behind Ciel (4411 San Felipe, Ste 101.)

According to Houston Business Journal, Sophie's estimated debut is late March 2024.


Additional details for Houston Business Journal:


Sophie is expected to fill a niche that is not currently offered at Montrose Collective.

A source familiar with the deal said that while the development currently has tenants that offer wine and beer...“there’s not really a place where people can enjoy spirits before or after dinner.”

https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2024/02/14/ciel-hospitality-to-open-cocktail-bar.html

 

On 3/10/2024 at 7:50 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

According to an Instagram story posted by Sophie last week, the business is described as "art meets fashion in a deliciously, romantic Mediterranean setting." 

Sophie is a new cocktail bar from Le Ciel Hospitality. The group also own supperclub Ciel at 4411 San Felipe, Suite 101. Their new project is located in Montrose Collective. It replaces Idle Hands at 910 Westheimer Rd.

Last month, Community Impact published an article on Sophie. The article provides a little more insight about the concept. 

As mentioned, Sophie is a new cocktail bar and lounge from La Ciel Hospitality. It's opening soon Montrose Collective.


According to an Instagram post from the brand, the bar will span two levels. The upstairs terrace is meant to remind guests of sunset on the French Riviera, and the downstairs bar will be painted darkly with rich textiles.

https://communityimpact.com/houston/heights-river-oaks-montrose/dining/2024/03/22/new-cocktail-bar-coming-soon-to-montrose/

On 2/5/2024 at 3:19 PM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Le Ciel Hospitality has leased Idle Hands' former unit at Montrose Collective. The hospitality group is the mind behind Ciel, the supperclub at 4411 San Felipe St, Suite 101.

A bar or nightclub is planned for the 910 Westheimer unit. Although there are no permits indicating a name, the bar's moniker is Sophie. 

There is a website for Sophie.

Sophie is opening soon at 910 Westheimer Rd. It replaces Idle Hands in Montrose Collective.


https://sophiehtx.com/

On 10/12/2023 at 12:07 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

A sidewalk, driveway permit was filed yesterday for 635 1/2 W 21st St.

From the permit: 

• Convert 6,550 sf site to parking lot

As previously mentioned, houses located on 635 W 21st St, 637 W 21 St, and 643 W 21st St were demolished for surface parking. The parking lot will offer parking for Happy Go Lucky ( 2102 N Shepherd Dr ) and The Pizza Place ( 2124 N Shepherd Dr.)

Several sign related permits were purchased yesterday for 635 1/2 W 21st St:

• Sign construction permit
• Sign operating permit
• Signs electrical installation permit

Details from the permits:

• Use: N1 Ilum 2FC 1PL 6x7x10 Parking - Burger Joint, Taco Stand
• FCC Group: High technology sign

Sign construction permit






Sign operating permit




Signs electrical installation permit

A plumbing permit was purchased yesterday for 701 Richmond Ave, #R1000.


Details from the permit:  
 

• Use: Buildout of roof amenities for apartment 1-9-1-A3/R2-B
• FCC Group: Amusement & recreation

This is for the Uniti Montrose, a new apartment building currently under construction.



 

A plan review for 3401 Canal St was purchased yesterday.


Details from the permit:

• Use: 2,637 sqft convert s1 to coffee shop 1-1-5-A2-B '15IBC
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

The permit is for local coffee shop Slowpokes. It's one of several forthcoming additions to The Plant / Second Ward. The development is from Concept Neighborhood.

@Urbannizer @Triton if possible, can you consider merging this topic with the one linked below?


This is part of a shopping center, according to HCAD records. The shop consists of 602-610 W Alabama St. 

https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/topic/46098-acadian-bakery-at-604-w-alabama-st/

@editor can you please provide further information about the recent addition of archiving topics? Why was this feature added? Are topics archived by a moderator? Or are topics automatically archived after a certain amount of time has passed?

I've messaged a few members and they noticed this as well in recent weeks. We're wondering if it's possible to remove this feature. Or at the very least, limit it to other subforums where there is little to no activity.

There have been new developments for several topics I wanted to share, but that's not possible. The topics are archived. There's no way to search for them on the forum because they don't come up. They are completely hidden. You have to search on Google to find them, and that's only if Google crawled the page. Or one has to scroll through pages on the subforums to find a topic that's archived. And when you find the topics, you're not able to post anything because it's closed.

I could see a need for archiving topics in subforums like HAIF on HAIF, Off Topic, Way Off Topic, and The Weather. Many users or visitors don't post or visit those forums often. But the other subforums? Mainly the Going Up, Neighborhood, and Traffic and Transportation forums have topics where projects and developments are discussed off and on over the years. That's largely in part because renovations may happen down the line, new ownership, and the list goes on.

For example, there's upcoming renovations for the Westheimer Center. I was going to post about it, but couldn't find the topic. I knew it was here. I saw the topic a few months ago. So, I Googled the center's name and the forum to find it. Lo and behold, the topic exists, except it's hidden from the forum search. Why? It's archived and closed for further discussions.

I understand the cost of running this site and storing everything on servers is not only expensive, but takes a lot of storage. But I'm hoping there's a better way to keep topics open. Especially ones in the neighborhood and Going Up forums.


https://www.houstonarchitecture.com/topic/39286-westheimer-center-at-1212-1232-westheimer-rd/

On 1/16/2024 at 6:37 PM, hindesky said:

https://bahamabucks.com

A plan reviewing fee was purchased today for 2702 Yale St.


Details from the permit:

• Use: Conversion; retail
• FCC Group : Non-residential alteration

The listed occupant on the permit is Bahama Buck's. Bahama Buck's a national chain specializing in shaved ice and snow cones.

On 4/20/2024 at 12:15 PM, beginagain said:

Space Cadet hasn’t been open in a week, and no updates on their social media. Anyone know if they have closed for good?

The admin of Houston Heights Foodies claims Space Cadet is closed at 4002 N Main St.  He didn't provide additional information.

The admin of that group posts wrong information all the time. He posted as a fact that Spices 39 would be an Indian restaurant and was dismissive when others told him it will be a Chinese restaurant. He told his followers the former Revival Market space will be Pepper Twins. Several people corrected him that it will be Cooking Girl and that the news isn't an exclusive as he posted since it was announced months ago. He was dismissive about that too. And the list goes on.

So, it may be worth waiting for a more reliable source for confirmation.

I reached out for confirmation via Space Cadet's Instagram and the owner's Instagram. If I hear anything back, I'll pass it along.

On 3/20/2024 at 3:14 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

I'm assuming the properties could be for the construction of charging stations for electric cars (EV charging stations). @HNathoo speculated as much in a topic pertaining to two downtown properties Equilon Enterprises and Shell Oil Products US own. The entities purchased 208 Main St and 214 Main St earlier this year. HNathoo's guess is it will probably become an EV charging station.

On 3/28/2024 at 9:29 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Houston Chronicle reports on Shell expanding its electric vehicle charging network in the U.S. It doesn't mention anything Houston-specific, but it possibly relates to plans for the properties at 4309-4317 Washington Ave.

As mentioned above, Shell acquired the following properties last fall:

• 4309 Washington Ave
• 4311 Washington Ave
• 4313 Washington Ave
• 4315 Washington Ave
• 4317 Washington Ave

It's possible the oil and gas company may have plans to build electric charging stations here.


https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/energy/article/shell-ev-charging-gas-station-19367192.php

11 hours ago, hindesky said:

https://shellrecharge.com/en-us/solutions

Engineers - https://wbengineering.com

Thanks for the update, @hindesky. Shell Recharge, an EV charging station, is indeed in planning for the properties at 4309-4317 Washington Ave.

The filing lists Shell Recharge's Washington Corridor address as 4315 Washington Avenue.

On 3/20/2024 at 3:31 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

I'm assuming the proposed subdivision plat Equilent 2401 could be in preparation for the possible construction of charging stations for electric cars (EV charging stations).

@HNathoo speculated as much in a topic pertaining to two downtown properties Equilon Enterprises LLC and Shell Oil Products US LLC own. The entities purchased 208 Main St and 214 Main St earlier this year. HNathoo's guess is it will probably become an EV charging station.

As HNathoo and @hindesky have observed, Equilon Enterprises and Shell Oil Products US have acquired several inner loop properties within the last year. This includes the acquisition of 216 Tuam and 220 Tuam last fall.
 

On 3/28/2024 at 9:17 AM, hindesky said:

Multinational oil and gas giant Shell plans to divest around 1,000 company-owned gas stations over the next two years as it expands its electric vehicle charging network.

https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/energy/article/shell-ev-charging-gas-station-19367192.php

11 hours ago, hindesky said:

https://shellrecharge.com/en-us/solutions

 

Thanks for the update, @hindesky. 

I would have liked to see something else built at 216 Tuam, but there is a need for more electric vehicle charging stations in Houston. A Shell Recharge (EV charging station) should be a welcome addition to the area.

9 hours ago, Marray said:

I am surprised to see that someone has indicated that Randall Davis is about to close with THE OXBERRY GROUP as owners of the property when the Harris County Appraisal District still shows it as owned by a small company and the ground is still classified as a SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING within  the Chaucer STREET neighborhood restrictions.

First off, welcome to Houston Architecture Information Forum. Secondly, regarding the sale of 2360 Rice Boulevard, I want to be clear that my initial post was speculation.

It is true the county clerk's database doesn't show a recent change in ownership. However, LoopNet shows the property is under contract. And since Randall Davis announced plans for Chaucer, my assumption is Oxberry Group may be close to selling the property to Davis. 

On 4/18/2024 at 11:45 PM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Several sign permits were purchased today for Lick Honest Ice Creams:
 

• Sign site inspection
• Sign plan review

Details from the permits:

• Use: New Projecting 3 X 2 Lick Honest Ice Creams
• FCC Group: On premise; new sign; projecting; internal light

The scoop shop is located at 3737 Cogdell St, Suite 130. It one of several ground floor retail tenants at Hanover Parkview, which is part of the Autry Park mixed-use development.



Sign site inspection





Sign plan review

According to a recent press release, Lick Honest Ice Creams opens next week in Autry Park. Community Impact reports the scoop shop will make its debut May 3 at 3737 Cogdell St, Suite 130.

Lick Honest Ice Creams is one of several ground floor retail tenants at Hanover Parkview.


https://communityimpact.com/houston/heights-river-oaks-montrose/business/2024/04/24/lick-honest-ice-creams-updates-opening-at-houstons-autry-park/

 

On 3/30/2024 at 1:17 PM, goofy said:

Liquor application on door I think. 

Thanks for the update, @goofy. It's appreciated. 

I hope this is moving forward. The renderings looked promising. 

On 4/19/2024 at 2:39 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

It appears 1318 Magic may be a medical cannabis dispensary. That's the category listed on Instagram.

1318 Magic recently took ownership of Present Company's Instagram account. The account is now named 1308magic.htx. 

The business will operate at 1318 Westheimer.


https://www.instagram.com/1318magic.htx/
 

I'm still unsure what all 1318 Magic will entail. Although it is described as a medical cannabis dispensary in its Instagram bio, I don't know if the kitchen will be utilized. 

1318 Magic received multiple violation from the city's health department last week. During its change of ownership inspection, it was cited for "food establishment construction / remodeling / alterations / [beginning] before submitting properly prepared plans / specifications for approval."

On 8/29/2023 at 12:57 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Does anyone know if Hearsay is opening another location  in the ground level unit at Market Square Tower? GJ Tavern previously occupied the 737 Preston St space. 

There is a recent entity filing for Hearsay Market Square Tower, LLC. The filing seems to suggest the restaurant may open at Market Square Tower. 

On 9/25/2023 at 10:20 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Hearsay is indeed opening an outpost at Market Square Tower. The restaurant replaces GJ Tavern at 737 Preston St.

Market Square Tower is located at 777 Preston St.

The name of Hearsay's latest concept at 737 Preston St is either Tavern by Hearsay or Market Square Tavern by Hearsay.

Hearsay's tavern concept replaces GJ Tavern in Market Square Tower (777 Preston St.)


https://marketsquaretowertavern.com

On 4/16/2024 at 8:24 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Several permits were purchased yesterday for 2101 Summer St:
 

• Certificate of occupancy
• 1 story occupancy inspection

Details from the permit:

• Use: Nc / Brewery / 28258 Sq Ft / '12 IBC 100% Spk / 17091961
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

2101 Summer St is the Sawyer Yards building Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. occupied. The permits list Gulf Coast Distillers as the occupant. 




Certificate of occupancy






1 story occupancy inspection

 

On 4/16/2024 at 8:45 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Does anyone have further insight regarding Gulf Coast Distillers' plans in Sawyer Yards? I'm assuming the distillery is opening here based on the occupancy permits posted above.

It appears Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co.'s former Sawyer Yards digs will house Tejas Beer. The brew is from Houston's Gulf Coast Distillers / Giant Texas Distillers. 

I don't know if this will be a production facility only. There is always the possibility the distiller could include a tasting room and kitchen. Perhaps Gulf Coast Distillers will announce their plans for 2101 Summer St soon.


https://tejasbeer.com/

https://www.instagram.com/tejasbeer/

On 4/22/2024 at 10:22 AM, s3mh said:

This has to be one of the strangest location combos I have seen.  Two locations in Houston and one in Priest Lake, Idaho.  

I didn't know about the Idaho location. That's news to me.

I'm glad Millie's thriving and is able to expand. I hope their forthcoming Washington Ave restaurant does well.

Wonder what changes Millie's has in mind for the space? 

It appears Heights Marketplace is adding Glosslab to its roster. The mani-pedi shop lists the shopping center as one a forthcoming location on its website. It will be located at 436 W 19th St.


https://www.glosslab.com/book-services-v2/heights-marketplace

On 4/14/2024 at 12:41 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

A photo of the coming soon banner announcing Via 313's impending arrival in the Heights. I saw this photo in my Instagram feed.

The photo also shows Main Squeeze Juice Co. at 1541 N Shepherd Dr, Suite 2000. Main Squeeze Juice Co. and Via 313 are located in phase two of the Market at Houston Heights. 

Via 313 is an Austin-based pizzeria known for its Detroit-style pies. The restaurant will be located at 1541 North Shepherd Dr, Suite 1000. It's leasing the unit initially leased to The Crack Shack, a chicken-centric restaurant chain.

Additionally, there is a Google Maps listing for Via 313's forthcoming Heights outpost.

  

A second duplicate certificate of occupancy permit was purchased yesterday for 1541 N Shepherd Dr, Ste 1000.


Details from the permit:
 

• Use: 4,398 sf restaurant buildout 1-1-2-A2-B '15IBC 100%SPK
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

Via 313 is the listed occupant on the permit. The pizzeria will be located in phase two of the Market at Houston Heights. The Crack Shack, a chicken-centric restaurant chain, initially planned to open in the space.

Just now, IntheKnowHouston said:

A building / structural permit was purchased for Kazan Ramen last month.


Details from the permit:
 

• Use: 3,895 restaurant remodel 1-1-5-A2-B '15 IBC SPK/FA
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

Kazan Ramen is opening at 191 Heights Blvd. It will occupy the former 1751 Sea & Bar unit.

An electrical permit was purchased for Kazan Ramen yesterday.

Details from the permit:

• Use: 3,895 restaurant remodel 1-1-5-A2-B '15 IBC SPK/FA
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

Kazan Ramen is opening at 191 Heights Blvd.

On 12/12/2023 at 2:57 PM, IntheKnowHouston said:

 

There is an architectural barriers project filing for 191 Heights Blvd. It was filed today with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR.) 

According to the filing, a Japanese restaurant called Kazan Ramen is leasing the space.

1751 Sea & Bar formerly occupied the unit at 191 Heights Blvd. The Sambrooks Management restaurant was located in the Washington Heights shopping center.

Below are details from the architectural barriers project filing:
 

• Estimated Start Date: April 30, 2024
   
• Estimated Completion Date: July 31, 2024
   
• Estimated Cost:  $50,000
   
• Type of Work: Renovation/Alteration
   
• Scope of Work: Interior renovation of an existing restaurant. Work to include finish updates with no changes to existing walls.
   
• Square Footage: 3,895 sf

https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/TABS/Search/Print/TABS2024007202

 

A building / structural permit was purchased for Kazan Ramen last month.


Details from the permit:
 

• Use: 3,895 restaurant remodel 1-1-5-A2-B '15 IBC SPK/FA
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

Kazan Ramen is opening at 191 Heights Blvd. It will occupy the former 1751 Sea & Bar unit.

A mechanical permit was purchased yesterday for 2116 Bissonnet St.
 

Details from the permit:

• Use: 3,805 sf office remodel 1-2-5-b-b '15IBC
• FCC Group : Non-residential alteration

The permit is for renovations at the 2116 Bissonnet office building.

On 1/18/2024 at 11:48 PM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Several permits were purchased today for 2320 Canal St, Suite 1:
 

• Structural permit
• Certificate of occupancy
• Duplicate certificate of occupancy or Change of owner
• Parking variances / Parking review

Details from the permits:

• Use: 1,331 sf lounge expansion to brewery 1-1-2-A3/A2/F2-B '12 IBC Spk/Fa
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

The permits pertain to Cidercade, the cider brewery and arcade located in The Block development. Listed as the occupant is Pizza Bar & Kitchen.

 

Structural permit





Certificate of occupancy





Duplicate certificate of occupancy or Change of owner





Parking variances / Parking review

On 4/11/2024 at 4:11 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

Last week, a few permits were purchased for 2320 Canal St, Suite 1:
 

• Mechanical permit
• Second duplicate certificate of occupancy

Details from the permits:

• Use: 1,331 sf lounge expansion to brewery 1-1-2-A3/A2/F2-B '12 IBC Spk/Fa
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

The permits are for Cidercade's new pizzeria.  The cider brewery and arcade is located within The Block development in the Second Ward.



Mechanical permit





Second duplicate certificate of occupancy

On 4/11/2024 at 4:22 AM, IntheKnowHouston said:

A few permits were purchased yesterday for 2320 Canal St, Suite 1:

• Electrical permit
• Plan revision

The permits are for Cidercade's new pizzeria.  The cider brewery and arcade is located within The Block development in the Second Ward.


Electrical permit





Plan revision

A plumbing permit was purchased yesterday for 3750 Westheimer Rd.

Details from the permits:
 

• Use: 1,656 sf pizza bar remodel 1-1-2-A3/A2/F2-B '12 IBC SPK/FA
• FCC Group: Non-residential alteration

The permits are for Cidercade's new pizzeria.  The cider brewery and arcade is located within The Block development in the Second Ward.