Seattle: Mid-rise projects - Page 37

Seattlelife · September 24th, 2009, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CrazyAboutCities

I hope so!!!

Guess what? I don't know what this project is called but it is located on Stoneway (huge hole across 7-11 station). That project was on hold for few years and it just started construction! Finally!!! I live really close to that site and I am tired of looking at that big hole and wondering when will they finish it... Now this huge hole will be gone for good!

Sweet. That was/is a huge hole! It probably looked worse because it was on a hill too. What exactly will it be?

CrazyAboutCities · September 24th, 2009, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by alexjonlin

Sweet the old QFC project? Any idea if there will be a QFC in it, especially now that the one on 45th is expanding?

I think QFC is still planning to open a new store there even there one in Wallingford is expanding. I saw QFC sign on that site so it is seen like they are still going to open a new store there anyway.

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Originally Posted by SteveM

If I recall correctly, the neighbors objected to the parking scheme planned for the QFC several iterations ago and QFC eventually pulled the plug on being part of the building.

That said, I think there are smaller retail spaces planned, just nothing with the parking or loading requirement of a grocery. Too bad; it'd be nice to have a good grocery store in lower Wallingford.

I don't know if that is true but my understanding that QFC already own this property and might still planning to open a new store there.

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Originally Posted by Seattlelife

Sweet. That was/is a huge hole! It probably looked worse because it was on a hill too. What exactly will it be?

It will be five stories apartment building with retail spaces (possible new QFC store).

I haven't see any rendering of this new building yet. Anyone have the rendering for this building?

BoulderGrad · September 24th, 2009, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CrazyAboutCities

I think QFC is still planning to open a new store there even there one in Wallingford is expanding. I saw QFC sign on that site so it is seen like they are still going to open a new store there anyway.

I don't know if that is true but my understanding that QFC already own this property and might still planning to open a new store there.

It will be five stories apartment building with retail spaces (possible new QFC store).

I haven't see any rendering of this new building yet. Anyone have the rendering for this building?

http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/AppDocs/G...endaID2492.pdf

CrazyAboutCities · September 24th, 2009, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BoulderGrad

http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/AppDocs/G...endaID2492.pdf

Wow! It is much better than I expected! It is nice improvement for Stoneway. That street is desperately need to be redeveloped.

Thanks for the link!

alexjonlin · September 25th, 2009, 01:53 AM

Wow that looks really nice! And it looks like they definitely are planning for a QFC there, given the extra tall retail on the ground floor. I hope more buildings like that will develop along Stone Way! (And, actually, everywhere)

SteveM · September 25th, 2009, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by alexjonlin

Wow that looks really nice! And it looks like they definitely are planning for a QFC there, given the extra tall retail on the ground floor. I hope more buildings like that will develop along Stone Way! (And, actually, everywhere)

For what it's worth, I think this article: http://smarterneighbors.com/2008/02/...grocery-store/ is why I thought the QFC wasn't going in.

And yeah, that looks nicer than the average 4-story mixed use building. That said, it doesn't look to me like there's loading space for a full-service grocery store. I'd love to be wrong, of course.

BoulderGrad · September 25th, 2009, 06:23 AM

Crazy, what sort of equipment was there?

I only ask because theres another big empty lot across the street from my apartment that has plans for development that have been stalled because of the economy. And several times I have seen work crews come and go with drilling equipment. My immediate reaction was always "oh yay! they're finally starting work!" only to be disappointed to see that it was gone the next day (I'm guessing it was just soil testing).

In searching for any news of the imminent start of this project, I stumbled on this article about home owners near by, who's gardens are starting to collapse:

http://www.qanrg.org/stonewayqfc.html

Are we sure they aren't just shoring up the wall?

mhays · September 25th, 2009, 08:18 AM

Not knowing anything about the project status, I think you're probably right about shoring the wall.

CrazyAboutCities · September 25th, 2009, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveM

For what it's worth, I think this article: http://smarterneighbors.com/2008/02/...grocery-store/ is why I thought the QFC wasn't going in.

And yeah, that looks nicer than the average 4-story mixed use building. That said, it doesn't look to me like there's loading space for a full-service grocery store. I'd love to be wrong, of course.

That is very disappointing!!! I was very excited to have new QFC near my home so I don't have to make some trips to QFC in Wallingford or Fred Meyers in Ballard. I like PCC but they don't have everything what I need and some of their grocies are little pricy.

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Crazy, what sort of equipment was there?

I only ask because theres another big empty lot across the street from my apartment that has plans for development that have been stalled because of the economy. And several times I have seen work crews come and go with drilling equipment. My immediate reaction was always "oh yay! they're finally starting work!" only to be disappointed to see that it was gone the next day (I'm guessing it was just soil testing).

Are we sure they aren't just shoring up the wall?

Last time I saw, they were digging the hole (three of them), and around a dozen of construction workers, and some supplies (I don't know what they are since they are wrapped). I don't know if they're just shoring the wall. I never see anything to shore up the wall that required big digging before. I remember last December (or November?) it was announced on Seattle Times that construction supposed to start last December but nothing happened until now. We have to wait and see if Stoneway Village really going to get built. I will keep my eye on that site and keep you guys updated.

CrazyAboutCities · September 30th, 2009, 12:44 AM

BoulderGrad, it is looking like you're right about shoring up the wall. I just saw that site and they are working on the walls and did some digging. I hope once they fix the wall and start build Stoneway Village.

Vashon118 · October 2nd, 2009, 05:47 AM

The demo equipment is gone from the 3rd & Battery site. Didn't see anything that indicated construction would be starting soon.

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Originally Posted by CrazyAboutCities

I think it might become another parking lot for developer to collect cash until they're ready to start construction.

I looked at the DPD site and didn't see any proposals for use as a parking lot.

Vashon118 · October 6th, 2009, 03:58 PM

Looks like construction on Link (apartment complex in West Seattle) could be starting soon.

http://westseattleblog.com/blog/?p=21267

WESTSEATTLEGUY · October 7th, 2009, 03:29 AM

^West Seattle has had some other projects recently break ground. Like the condo complex between PCC and Lafayette Elementary and another town-home development in North Admiral. Along with this news, the new groundbreakings, and the opening of the new QFC/mid rise development shows signs that West Seattle is getting back on track.

CityView Jim · October 7th, 2009, 03:00 PM

It would be interesting to see an overhead map highlighting where all the development is coming in.

Vashon118 · October 7th, 2009, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by WESTSEATTLEGUY

^West Seattle has had some other projects recently break ground. Like the condo complex between PCC and Lafayette Elementary and another town-home development in North Admiral. Along with this news, the new groundbreakings, and the opening of the new QFC/mid rise development shows signs that West Seattle is getting back on track.

Hopefully the 2 stalled projects (Fauntleroy Place and Avalon Apts) get finished, but I suspect neither will restart anytime soon.

CrazyAboutCities · October 8th, 2009, 01:28 AM

I saw two or three new land action signs went up along Dexter Ave today. I am not sure when it went up but anyone familiar with these new projects planned for Dexter?

CityView Jim · October 8th, 2009, 03:08 AM

Where were they? Several have been there for a while (Dexter and Aloha).

CrazyAboutCities · October 9th, 2009, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by CityView Jim

Where were they? Several have been there for a while (Dexter and Aloha).

Yes but I just recognized a several new ones along Dexter but I don't know how long it been there but obvious new signs. It was posted on streetlights not on fence or ground. One near Dexter Apartment, I didn't pay attention which intersection two new signs are at. I will get closer look to them next time I on Dexter.

BoulderGrad · October 9th, 2009, 04:38 AM

I'm seeing 2 recent ones:

901 Dexter (9/16/09)
http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/AppDocs/G...endaID2802.pdf

717 Dexter (8/5/09)
http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/AppDocs/G...endaID2762.pdf

WESTSEATTLEGUY · October 9th, 2009, 07:07 AM

Speaking of Dexter Ave, any news on 1101 Dexter?

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September 25th, 2009, 06:23 AM	#727
BoulderGrad Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 3,357 Likes (Received): 39	Crazy, what sort of equipment was there? I only ask because theres another big empty lot across the street from my apartment that has plans for development that have been stalled because of the economy. And several times I have seen work crews come and go with drilling equipment. My immediate reaction was always "oh yay! they're finally starting work!" only to be disappointed to see that it was gone the next day (I'm guessing it was just soil testing). In searching for any news of the imminent start of this project, I stumbled on this article about home owners near by, who's gardens are starting to collapse: http://www.qanrg.org/stonewayqfc.html Are we sure they aren't just shoring up the wall? __________________ My shrink once said to me: "Maybe life isn't for everyone..."

October 9th, 2009, 04:38 AM	#739
BoulderGrad Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 3,357 Likes (Received): 39	I'm seeing 2 recent ones: 901 Dexter (9/16/09) http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/AppDocs/G...endaID2802.pdf 717 Dexter (8/5/09) http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/AppDocs/G...endaID2762.pdf __________________ My shrink once said to me: "Maybe life isn't for everyone..."

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September 25th, 2009, 01:53 AM	#725
alexjonlin Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 2,248 Likes (Received): 82	Wow that looks really nice! And it looks like they definitely are planning for a QFC there, given the extra tall retail on the ground floor. I hope more buildings like that will develop along Stone Way! (And, actually, everywhere)

September 25th, 2009, 08:18 AM	#728
mhays Journeyman Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 8,346 Likes (Received): 116	Not knowing anything about the project status, I think you're probably right about shoring the wall.

September 30th, 2009, 12:44 AM	#730
CrazyAboutCities Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Seattle, Washington Posts: 8,328 Likes (Received): 15	BoulderGrad, it is looking like you're right about shoring up the wall. I just saw that site and they are working on the walls and did some digging. I hope once they fix the wall and start build Stoneway Village.

October 6th, 2009, 03:58 PM	#732
Vashon118 Bus & ferry dude Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vashon Island Posts: 706 Likes (Received): 99	Looks like construction on Link (apartment complex in West Seattle) could be starting soon. http://westseattleblog.com/blog/?p=21267

October 7th, 2009, 03:29 AM	#733
WESTSEATTLEGUY Here Join Date: May 2007 Location: Seattle/Chicago Posts: 2,016 Likes (Received): 7	^West Seattle has had some other projects recently break ground. Like the condo complex between PCC and Lafayette Elementary and another town-home development in North Admiral. Along with this news, the new groundbreakings, and the opening of the new QFC/mid rise development shows signs that West Seattle is getting back on track.

October 7th, 2009, 03:00 PM	#734
CityView Jim Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,941 Likes (Received): 61	It would be interesting to see an overhead map highlighting where all the development is coming in.

October 8th, 2009, 01:28 AM	#736
CrazyAboutCities Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Seattle, Washington Posts: 8,328 Likes (Received): 15	I saw two or three new land action signs went up along Dexter Ave today. I am not sure when it went up but anyone familiar with these new projects planned for Dexter?

October 8th, 2009, 03:08 AM	#737
CityView Jim Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,941 Likes (Received): 61	Where were they? Several have been there for a while (Dexter and Aloha).

October 9th, 2009, 07:07 AM	#740
WESTSEATTLEGUY Here Join Date: May 2007 Location: Seattle/Chicago Posts: 2,016 Likes (Received): 7	Speaking of Dexter Ave, any news on 1101 Dexter? For Us visual people: