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They’re making it even taller. No offence to Oklahoma City but it doesn’t exactly have the hyper-dense urban dynamic known for producing supertall skyscrapers. Screw that, say Matteson Capital and AO architects. They unveiled an enormous skyscraper to much online debate and ridicule at the end of 2023, but have now increased its height from 533-metres to 581-metres and plan to make it the tallest building in the entire US, overtaking New York’s One World Trade Center. The big question jumping into your mind right now will be “why?” — and to be honest we’re not entirely sure. The tower is rising as part of a new mixed-use development called the Boardwalk at Bricktown that will include hotels, commercial, retail and residential spaces. In comments to other publishers, AO has explained that the tower is being designed in response to Oklahoma City’s growing population. The city’s current tallest skyscraper is the 257-metre Devon Tower. Take away the metric system and you realise that the height increase will bring the building up to 1,907 feet — a nod to the year that Oklahoma was granted statehood. If they wanted to go higher still, 2020 was the year that the Tiger King documentary featuring Oklahoma’s very own animal collector and independent presidential candidate Joe Exotic was released. The supertall skyscraper is yet to be approved. We’ll keep you up to date on the latest news as it develops. 📷 AO architects / Matteson Capital #architecture #construction #skyscraper #engineering #Oklahoma

🏗️ Are you wondering what is being built next to CSUSM in City of San Marcos, CA 🏗️ North City San Diego is building 222 North City, a 12-story mixed use project. North City (originally approved in 2009) is evolving in reaching its potential by creating our first true downtown. This market rate housing will bring much needed housing to the market . It’s predicted to provide housing for many faculty members for California State University San Marcos (currently our largest employer in our city), building housing adjacent to jobs, creating a synergistic atmosphere. It will also provide a much needed clientele base for the current restaurants in North City. It’s exciting to watch this project being built after the slowdown due to the “Great Recession” and the “Global Pandemic”, breathing life into our first true downtown that brings together businesses, housing, and a park together in a walkable community that is close to jobs and transit options. Stay tuned, it is predicted for occupancy by late 2025. #HousingDiversity #NorthCity #DowntownLiving #SanMarcosCity #DiscoverLifesPossibilities

Every month we like to choose a project to feature. This month, we’ve chosen Bloxham School, Stonehill House.   Stonehill House was nominated for ‘Project of the Year’ at OxPropFest Awards 2023.   The thriving independent coeducation school required a solution that would enable the school to achieve 40 boarding places, as well as a new common room and tutor room, to facilitate growth of the school. *Project challenge*   There are challenges to overcome with every project, and that is what makes each one unique and interesting to work on. Those challenges are one of the reasons we chose Bloxham School as our Project of the Month.   Key considerations: -        Located in a conservation area -        Grade II listed building -        Limited vehicular access -        Structural challenges -        Proximity to residential properties   Take a look at the journey and how the school achieved its vision: https://lnkd.in/eP75NzxE   #featuredproject #planning #bloxham #oxfordshire #planningpermission #school #conservationarea #listedbuilding Image credit: Clews Architects and Andy Marshall, Fotofacade

The project is part of Parkside of Old Town Phase III - Urbanize Chicago

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The Boston Planning and Development Agency’s board has approved Boston University’s real estate plan for its Charles River campus through 2026. Key renovations will improve Warren Towers, the university's main dormitory, with upgrades to bathrooms, HVAC systems, and the building’s exterior. Additionally, the board greenlit a lab complex on Wentworth Institute of Technology property, two office-to-housing conversions, and a 236-unit apartment building in South Boston. This approval is part of BU’s institutional master plan, which typically spans ten years; however, the university opted for a shorter version to allow incoming President Mellisa Gilliam to shape her vision. The Planning Department, established by Mayor Wu in 2024, aims to prioritize development that addresses Boston’s needs for resilience, affordability, and equity while ensuring transparent community engagement and effective use of public real estate. Read more: https://ow.ly/2NNi50Ttaz7 #bostonuniversity #universitymasterplan #bostoncre #studenthousingdevelopment #offcampushousing #oncampushousing

One of the most notorious City agencies you can run into during development? Landmarks Preservation Commission Not that we don't love beautiful neighborhoods, but the LPC process differs so much from the typical NYC development cycle, that it often shapes the entire planning and strategy of the project. Getting through Landmarks requires, first, a good understand of how the agency actually runs. LPC basically has two sides to it: The Staff and the Commissioners The LPC Staff intakes your project, and depending on the scope, has authority to approve your proposed work. This includes renovating a storefront, or making a small vertical or rear extension, that does not have a visible effect on the street. For larger projects, Staff works with the owner and design team to advise and refine the design, making it palatable for a full Landmarks Commission hearing. After going through a (usually) contentious Community Board meeting, projects get presented to the Commissioners who vote it up or down, usually requesting one or two rounds of revisions. I have found the Staff very helpful, and usually with some patience and good listening, they can lead you down the right path to an approval. Just make sure to add a good 6-12 months to your permitting timeline. #zoninghacks Meltzer/Mandl Architects., P.C. Yirmiyahu Gilbert

NEW TO MARKET FOR SALE: Not a lot of opportunities come along like this in Ohio City... This two-story 8,200 SF mixed-use gem boasts frontage on Lorain Avenue and Market Ave (now a bustling pedestrian-only street). Ready-to-go 4,100 SF restaurant space with a charming patio awaits a new owner/occupier. Upstairs, discover beautifully appointed offices, fully leased with excellent tenants. What sets it apart: --Thoughtful historic restoration. Abundant character minus the typical older-building hassles. --Unbeatable location. Embrace the dual exposure on Lorain's busy thoroughfare and Market Ave's vibrant pedestrian scene. --Low maintenance and hassle-free ownership. With minimal common areas, new roofing and HVAC systems, and full occupancy upstairs, peace of mind comes standard. $1,500,000 Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate George J Pofok, CCIM, SIOR Ryan Curtin

Howard University asked the Zoning Commission to change the zoning for a series of parcels totaling nearly 27 acres on the east side of Georgia Avenue, abutting Howard’s campus, from mostly production, distribution and repair zoning designations to mostly MU-10 zoning. Mixed-use, or MU, zones are intended for a mix of housing, shopping and business needs, and MU-10 is intended for “medium to high density mixed-use,” with buildings allowed to rise up to 90 feet. https://lnkd.in/e-EfiUWX

Householder Front Rear Side and Loft with Dormer Planning Appeal Welwyn Hatfield Council Case Study. This video is a case study detailing a recent planning appeal in for a part two story and part single story side and rear extension, 2 story front extension and construction of a rear dorms and loft conversion in the Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Planning Area. This case started for us when we were contacted by our client after their recent part two story and part single story side and rear extension, 2 story front extension and construction of a rear dormer and loft conversion was refused. Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council issued the refusal on 24th August 2020 for the following reasons; Rear dorma’s width and scale not being subservient to the roof of the dwelling and would distract from the areas character. Providing a poor standard of design. Policies D1 and D2 of Welwyn Hatfield District Plan 2005, Supplementary Design Guidance 2005 and the National Planning Policy Framework. Full details of this case can be found in the video below. https://lnkd.in/eHXxqNY3