dbigtex56 Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Several years ago, this was the site of a metal warehouse, occupied by an artist. Tragically, he was killed, and the building was burned to the ground. All that remained was a large concrete slab.A couple of days ago, the slab was removed. Any word on what might be built here? Townhomes seem most likely; I hope they'll enjoy having a bar on one side, and a carwash across the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OkieEric Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Several years ago, this was the site of a metal warehouse, occupied by an artist. Tragically, he was killed, and the building was burned to the ground. All that remained was a large concrete slab.A couple of days ago, the slab was removed. Any word on what might be built here? Townhomes seem most likely; I hope they'll enjoy having a bar on one side, and a carwash across the street.Looks like the artist that died has a wikipediaRobin UtterbackYeah, given that proximity to the car wash and autozone, I can't imagine anyone building townhomes there. But then again this is Houston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 got an address or map image? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted September 5, 2010 Author Share Posted September 5, 2010 got an address or map image? Try 2334 Grant on Google Street maps, and rotate to the left (east.)2334 Grant St Houston TX btw, how does one post a Google Street map image directly to a post? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Try 2334 Grant on Google Street maps, and rotate to the left (east.)2334 Grant St Houston TX btw, how does one post a Google Street map image directly to a post? Thanks. I usually copy and paste to Paint, crop, save, and the post. Maybe there's an easier way, but I don't know it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barracuda Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 It's easier just to link to the street view. http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=2334+grant+houston+tx&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=2334+Grant+St,+Houston,+Harris,+Texas+77006&ll=29.74859,-95.391227&spn=0.002063,0.00206&z=19&layer=c&cbll=29.74868,-95.391236&panoid=nj63zzcD8b6wQIUP0ERQ-A&cbp=12,92.23,,0,8.87 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 There isn't anything showing up in the permit database for this address (I think it covers the last two years) so it either hasn't posted, there's no need for a permit, they're working without one, or they're working from an old one (the original demolition, maybe?). When was the building demolished? For images, either a link or screen capture is all I know of: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted September 6, 2010 Author Share Posted September 6, 2010 There isn't anything showing up in the permit database for this address (I think it covers the last two years) so it either hasn't posted, there's no need for a permit, they're working without one, or they're working from an old one (the original demolition, maybe?). When was the building demolished? Per the Wikipedia article, the building burned on March 29 2007. My recollection is that the demolition occurred immediately thereafter. I'm assuming that the slab has been destroyed. The site is now covered with approximately 4' of fill dirt, which contains chunks of blue-painted concrete. (Why? I have no idea.) At any rate, the street urchins who used to camp out there will have to find other digs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted September 9, 2010 Author Share Posted September 9, 2010 A house on Converse backing up to this lot has been demolished within the last couple of days.`edit: this would be the house directly opposite Fargo St. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 A house on Converse backing up to this lot has been demolished within the last couple of days.`edit: this would be the house directly opposite Fargo St.Could it be C. Armstrong scooping up more land to make more parking lots? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted September 9, 2010 Author Share Posted September 9, 2010 Could it be C. Armstrong scooping up more land to make more parking lots?hmm ... doesn't show up on HCAD website (although he has an impressive collection of properties in the neighborhood.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted September 12, 2010 Author Share Posted September 12, 2010 Could it be C. Armstrong scooping up more land to make more parking lots?Parking lot seems possible. The fill dirt has been leveled on the site of the slab, the adjacent vacant lot (behind Lola's) and the recently demolished house on Converse. Hope they don't cut down the remaining mature trees on the block. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted October 19, 2010 Author Share Posted October 19, 2010 According to the bartender at Lola's, this is going to be used for additional parking space for La Mexicana restaurant (Fairview @ Montrose).Seems a little far for people to walk - but parking is at a premium in Montrose these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted February 24, 2011 Author Share Posted February 24, 2011 Hope they don't cut down the remaining mature trees on the block.An update:The existing trees, which lie on the public right-of-way, are in the process of being smothered by a huge stack of dirt and debris. No kidding; they have it piled more than six feet high, and directly on the trees' trunks.Was this done accidentally? I don't see how it could have been. And recently another tree's trunk has been buried under a pile of asphalt. Maybe the owners/developers of the lot are trying to avoid a fine for removing a mature tree from the public right-of-way by killing the trees first? At any rate, an eyesore has been created, and those responsible for creating it should be made to clean it up. I urge people to call 311 and report this illegal dumping at the corner of Jackson Blvd and Grant St.Unfortunately, I don't have a digital camera; if someone in the neighborhood could post a shot, it would be appreciated.edit: added quote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Posted February 24, 2011 Share Posted February 24, 2011 Call the City of Houston Arborist. They are usually pretty quick about going out to save trees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted February 24, 2011 Author Share Posted February 24, 2011 Call the City of Houston Arborist. They are usually pretty quick about going out to save trees.Thanks! I shall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Posted February 24, 2011 Share Posted February 24, 2011 It's actually the City of Houston Forester, Victor Cordova. I think I talekd to him a few years back when I called about some trees in Midtown being cut down. Turned out they had a permit, etc, but he thanked me for being concerned enough to call.from http://www.greenhoustontx.gov/greenspace.html For more information, please contact Victor Cordova at 713.867.0379. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted February 24, 2011 Author Share Posted February 24, 2011 Call the City of Houston Arborist. They are usually pretty quick about going out to save trees.It's actually the City of Houston Forester, Victor Cordova. I think I talekd to him a few years back when I called about some trees in Midtown being cut down. Turned out they had a permit, etc, but he thanked me for being concerned enough to call.from http://www.greenhoustontx.gov/greenspace.html For more information, please contact Victor Cordova at 713.867.0379.Appreciate the info. The 311 operator gave me the direct number to Parks and Recreation's Forestry office; (832)395-7000What especially galls me about this property is that the majority (maybe all) of the debris from the demolished slab has been hauled away; the dumping appears to have been done out of sheer spite.Edit: City of Houston Forester's number has changed. It is now (832)395-8463 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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