Scott's Addition Development

[RVA-Is-The-Best]

Neat project at Summit & Norfolk (1616 Summit Ave, to be specific), project is dubbed 'Sixteen Sixteen'.

Vacant 1 story building to be converted into commercial space, then have 4 levels of condos built on top of it, new construction. Only 4 units, but hey. Still good nonetheless. And condos are good to diversify the SA housing stock.

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/08/25/condos-planned-for-scotts-addition/

[Urbs42]

4 hours ago, RVA-Is-The-Best said:

Neat project at Summit & Norfolk (1616 Summit Ave, to be specific), project is dubbed 'Sixteen Sixteen'.

Vacant 1 story building to be converted into commercial space, then have 4 levels of condos built on top of it, new construction. Only 4 units, but hey. Still good nonetheless. And condos are good to diversify the SA housing stock.

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/08/25/condos-planned-for-scotts-addition/

Nice design! 

[whw53]

A lot of smaller lots like this in SA - good demonstration project, should provide some inspiration. 

[Icetera]

4 hours ago, RVA-Is-The-Best said:

Neat project at Summit & Norfolk (1616 Summit Ave, to be specific), project is dubbed 'Sixteen Sixteen'.

Vacant 1 story building to be converted into commercial space, then have 4 levels of condos built on top of it, new construction. Only 4 units, but hey. Still good nonetheless. And condos are good to diversify the SA housing stock.

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/08/25/condos-planned-for-scotts-addition/

I absolutely love the concept and the use of materials and lighting looks great, at least on the upper floors.  With the 2nd floor outdoor restaurant space, I am wondering how the 2nd floor condo will be situated, if there actually is one.  Clearly they are not all 2,800 square feet (which must include outdoor space).

[Shakman]

Looks nice.  It's great there's interest for this property but it would have been better if the surrounding property(ies) could have been bought and have one larger development.  Something this small here may hinder density of future developments that surround this property since there are those who may not want to live next to larger structure.  Even the property owner may be against something larger adjacent to their property.  

 

I also like structures that have architectural emphasis on corners of the block.  Either on the structure itself or a landscape feature.  

Edited August 25, 2021 by Shakman

[Icetera]

44 minutes ago, Shakman said:

Looks nice.  It's great there's interest for this property but it would have been better if the surrounding property(ies) could have been bought and have one larger development.  Something this small here may hinder density of future developments that surround this property since there are those who may not want to live next to larger structure.  Even the property owner may be against something larger adjacent to their property.  

 

I also like structures that have architectural emphasis on corners of the block.  Either on the structure itself or a landscape feature.  

While I see that concern, I believe it is better this way as it does create that more organic development with the loved emphasis on the corner.  Had this been a full block purchase we would just see another 5+1.  Based on the floorplans, with exception of the office and small rear balconies (alley-side), all views are directed to the streetscape so other developments should have limited effects.  Heck, by the time another development is an issue this developer would have already raked in the sales at premium and 4 housing units worth of residents will never be enough to prevent neighboring projects (especially since West Grace Street Assoc. still gets more sway somehow).

[whw53]

Surprised to see lights and plants in the windows of the old hotel the other night driving down Broad - this project has begun leasing the some of the lower floors for residential. The entire project + the under construction 12 story tower (which looks to be at about 6 o 7 stories now) is known now as the 'Icon'

https://www.iconrva.com/

Ok interesting tidbit of history in the marketing blurb on the main page

'The six-story portion of our property was formerly Andy Warhol’s preferred hotel during his visits to Richmond. The hotel offered him a perfect view of what was then a Coca-Cola bottling plant. This scene is said to have inspired his famous Coca-Cola artwork series.

Edited August 26, 2021 by whw53

[I miss RVA]

Woodfin returning to Greater Scott's Addition.

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/09/08/acquisition-in-scotts-addition-homecoming-for-woodfin/

[whw53]

A Plan of Development was filed last week for the Wesco site (2902 AA Blvd) that had been purchased and rezoned by Thalhimer earlier this year. The project there will be called 'Novel Scott's Addition' and will consist of  a 7-floor apartment building with associated parking, drive aisles, and more.

     https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/selfservice#/plan/42d0051d-d607-4bf8-aad0-c18c1a19c2b6

 

It looks like 'Novel' is an upscale apartment brand used by manager Crescent Communites. Take a peek- if so, Scott's Addition is joining a pretty snazzy list of neighborhoods where this brand has been introduced. 

     https://www.crescentcommunities.com/multifamily

 

[I miss RVA]

2 hours ago, whw53 said:

A Plan of Development was filed last week for the Wesco site (2902 AA Blvd) that had been purchased and rezoned by Thalhimer earlier this year. The project there will be called 'Novel Scott's Addition' and will consist of  a 7-floor apartment building with associated parking, drive aisles, and more.

     https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/selfservice#/plan/42d0051d-d607-4bf8-aad0-c18c1a19c2b6

 

It looks like 'Novel' is an upscale apartment brand used by manager Crescent Communites. Take a peek- if so, Scott's Addition is joining a pretty snazzy list of neighborhoods where this brand has been introduced. 

     https://www.crescentcommunities.com/multifamily

 

Okay then!! Wow! Scott's and by extension RVA is joining a pretty high-level list of cities for this brand:  Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas, Houston, Nashville, Orlando, Phoenix, Washington D.C. This IS a major step-up for RVA to attract THIS level of developer.

If the Scott's property is successful, I wonder if Novel might also look to build in Manchester? It seems that in cities like Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas - they have multiple properties - perhaps in different parts of town.

This is a huge pick-up for RVA.

[eandslee]

2 hours ago, whw53 said:

A Plan of Development was filed last week for the Wesco site (2902 AA Blvd) that had been purchased and rezoned by Thalhimer earlier this year. The project there will be called 'Novel Scott's Addition' and will consist of  a 7-floor apartment building with associated parking, drive aisles, and more.

     https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/selfservice#/plan/42d0051d-d607-4bf8-aad0-c18c1a19c2b6

 

It looks like 'Novel' is an upscale apartment brand used by manager Crescent Communites. Take a peek- if so, Scott's Addition is joining a pretty snazzy list of neighborhoods where this brand has been introduced. 

     https://www.crescentcommunities.com/multifamily

 

That tower in Dallas - Novel at Turtle Creek though!  Gotta add Richmond now to the list of cities!  Nice!

[I miss RVA]

1 hour ago, eandslee said:

That tower in Dallas - Novel at Turtle Creek though!  Gotta add Richmond now to the list of cities!  Nice!

That tower in Dallas is gorgeous. It would look fantastic in RVA! Design-wise, it looks kind of like a slightly bigger (20-story) version of the Hotel John Marshall.

[Richmonopoly]

New on AABoulevard

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/09/23/thalhimer-n-c-developer-plan-to-build-apartments-across-from-the-diamond/

[rjp212]

I moved out of Scott's Addition last winter when I bought a condo in Manchester.   Went through yesterday, for the first time in a while,  and it's amazing how much the neighborhood has changed in just 10 months.  It's definitely beginning to feel more like a true urban neighborhood instead of an industrial district.

[I miss RVA]

44 minutes ago, rjp212 said:

I moved out of Scott's Addition last winter when I bought a condo in Manchester.   Went through yesterday, for the first time in a while,  and it's amazing how much the neighborhood has changed in just 10 months.  It's definitely beginning to feel more like a true urban neighborhood instead of an industrial district.

That's amazing, I'm sure! How long did you live in Scott's? 

My father managed a printing company on W. Leigh Street in Scott's for 20 years (and worked for the company for 40 years) - and all the time I spent there in the summers (my mom worked there part-time in the summers when I was off school and I helped out with stuff when I was a teenager) - I never could have imagined such an amazing transformation. I'm loving the complete renaissance this section of the city has been enjoying.

Okay - a question: You've now had experience living in both Scott's and Manchester. How do they compare? The projects keep coming in both areas hot and heavy - and both sections of town are booming. Aside from the fact that Manchester, I think, had a head start of a few years, what are your impressions of how similar/different the neighborhoods are and the booms they're enjoying?

[rjp212]

@I miss RVAthey have different vibes.  Manchester seemed to lull for a while as Scotts Addition took off, but now seems to be playing catch up.  Manchester, to me, has more potential when it comes to a true urban mix and the river is a huge plus.  Scotts Addition is more fun though. 

[I miss RVA]

Great article in today's RBS about the 12-story tower portion of "The Icon" ... great photos and views of the city. You can really see how Scott's Addition is booming, and this is without the plethora of projects still in the pipeline that haven't been built yet.

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/10/18/project-snapshot-12-story-tower-taking-shape-as-tallest-in-scotts-addition/

 

A couple of the photos from the article - RBS put together a pretty nice looping collage of pictures.

[wrldcoupe4]

Future development along Myers Street.

“In two to three years, this stretch of Arthur Ashe Boulevard should look a lot different with several other projects already planned or underway,” Raggi said. “We think this particular site is well positioned for mixed-use that would include retail and commercial uses along Leigh Street and mid- to high-rise residential above.”

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/10/26/thalhimer-follows-lure-of-the-diamond-district-with-8m-deal-for-2-acres/

[whw53]

Speaking of Myers St and Blvd looking different - I really wanted to see ground break this year on the Outlier project - at one point they seemed to have some demo contractor out there but that didn't amount to much and for last 6 months there has been largely no movement at the site as far as i can tell? Anyone in know on this one?

[I miss RVA]

4 hours ago, wrldcoupe4 said:

Future development along Myers Street.

“In two to three years, this stretch of Arthur Ashe Boulevard should look a lot different with several other projects already planned or underway,” Raggi said. “We think this particular site is well positioned for mixed-use that would include retail and commercial uses along Leigh Street and mid- to high-rise residential above.”

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/10/26/thalhimer-follows-lure-of-the-diamond-district-with-8m-deal-for-2-acres/

THAT'S the kind of music we want to hear!

[whw53]

Slew of demo plans filed yesterday and this morning - would tear down all parking lots and buildings on the 2900 south block of Broad. Probably to create developable lot - we have no plans filed at this time. Zoning is TOD-1.

     2901 - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/0c874bb0-807a-47c2-adb5-68a73a339122

     2907-2913 - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/91c717af-6d59-4ca7-91bb-91f22cdfdc52

     2921 - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/61d349e3-28eb-4ec1-b576-b867c64de353

     2923 (old Gusti building)  - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/b8cd9828-616d-4db6-bedf-6c7f69e8c343

 

 

 

 

 

 

[whw53]

Article on the property sale in 2019

https://richmondbizsense.com/2019/12/17/loupassi-sells-broad-street-site-for-5-4m/

[I miss RVA]

1 hour ago, whw53 said:

Slew of demo plans filed yesterday and this morning - would tear down all parking lots and buildings on the 2900 south block of Broad. Probably to create developable lot - we have no plans filed at this time. Zoning is TOD-1.

     2901 - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/0c874bb0-807a-47c2-adb5-68a73a339122

     2907-2913 - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/91c717af-6d59-4ca7-91bb-91f22cdfdc52

     2921 - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/61d349e3-28eb-4ec1-b576-b867c64de353

     2923 (old Gusti building)  - https://energov.richmondgov.com/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService/richmondvaprod#/plan/b8cd9828-616d-4db6-bedf-6c7f69e8c343

 

 

 

 

 

 

WOW - this is quite interesting - that demo permit apps would be filed prior to any POD filings or public announcements. Do we know who the property owner/developer is? 

Okay - speculative question: It's probably safe to guess that whatever gets built here likely will be residential or mixed use. What's the over/under on height of whatever rises here? Idk about you guys, but whenever I see TOD-1 zoning my brain AUTOMATICALLY defaults to "oh, it'll be 12 stories" - which may not (and seems to usually not) be the case.  Given the rather long footprint (not to mention much closer proximity to the smaller two, three and four story buildings south of the development site) - I see reduced height - probably five or six stories - maybe seven max. Much as I might want it to come to pass, I don't see anything in double-digit floors rising on this site.

Thoughts?

Edited November 11, 2021 by I miss RVA

[Jordon]

41 minutes ago, I miss RVA said:

WOW - this is quite interesting - that demo permit apps would be filed prior to any POD filings or public announcements. Do we know who the property owner/developer is? 

Okay - speculative question: It's probably safe to guess that whatever gets built here likely will be residential or mixed use. What's the over/under on height of whatever rises here? Idk about you guys, but whenever I see TOD-1 zoning my brain AUTOMATICALLY defaults to "oh, it'll be 12 stories" - which may not (and seems to usually not) be the case.  Given the rather long footprint (not to mention much closer proximity to the smaller two, three and four story buildings south of the development site) - I see reduced height - probably five or six stories - maybe seven max. Much as I might want it to come to pass, I don't see anything in double-digit floors rising on this site.

Thoughts?

One of my arguments about allowing those heights would be that I thought certain streets with landscape were scaled so that you couldn’t see taller buildings. In manhattan there are PLENTY of streets in between avenues with brownstones— the relativeness of the 3-4 story buildings and trees blocks out the view much of the time.

[123fakestreet]

1 hour ago, whw53 said:

Article on the property sale in 2019

https://richmondbizsense.com/2019/12/17/loupassi-sells-broad-street-site-for-5-4m/

I remember this article, been waiting for something to happen. Any nice project here will really help "complete" SA (or adjacent area). It's a big, prime lot that is right at the front door to SA and links it to the MD. And it currently looks awful.