vicupstate 283 Report post Posted May 6, 2006 Anyone know anything about htis project, it is the first I have seen or heard of it. To be of such size, it is no doubt going to have a big impact on the Upper King Street corridor. Hopefully B of A will be a part of the project. That area has redeveloped to the point that other banks ought to be looking to that area too. Bank closing to make way for Upper King Street project Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infinite1 1 Report post Posted May 7, 2006 Robert Clement owns a large portion of the land between upper King and Meeting. I have heard rumors of all types of plans for that area that include hotel/office/retail complex that would sun from Meeting to King. The hotel would sit on Meeting (near the new Piggly Wiggly), the retail would be on King with offices between. The rendering I saw had the building straddling the rail lines that run through there. Keep in mind this is all speculation. I have seen/heard about him doing something in that area for at least 3 years now, and this is the first real move he's making. I guess we'll just have to wait and see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spartan 1011 Report post Posted May 7, 2006 ^ That would be a great way to bring new life the that end of King St. I thought that they were talking about the streetscaping project in that article? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infinite1 1 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 ^ see this quote from the article... Among the investors betting on another rebound is Charleston Midtown LLC, which includes local developer Robert Clement III and two real estate groups from North Carolina. The company bought the Bank of America site and several adjoining properties for $10 million three years ago, creating a contiguous parcel that stretches from King to Meeting streets, two of the city's busiest arteries. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spartan 1011 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 Oh ok. Thats interesting. Is that the BofA that is at the terminus of Cannon St (or maybe is Spring St.) If so, that seems like a cool building, and I hope that it is old enough to be saved. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infinite1 1 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 Oh ok. Thats interesting. Is that the BofA that is at the terminus of Cannon St (or maybe is Spring St.) If so, that seems like a cool building, and I hope that it is old enough to be saved. that is the one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charleston native 0 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 Oh yes, this is the Midtown Development. I did not know that Clement was waiting on BOA to move from their location before starting the project, but while the temporary displacement of the bank will frustrate bank members, this is good news, especially since the developer is allowing for BOA to be back in the general location. This is Clement's link for the project known as Midtown. Here are two photos of the land area for the proposed development: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tablrock 0 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 Oh yes, this is the Midtown Development. I did not know that Clement was waiting on BOA to move from their location before starting the project, but while the temporary displacement of the bank will frustrate bank members, this is good news, especially since the developer is allowing for BOA to be back in the general location. This is Clement's link for the project known as Midtown. Here are two photos of the land area for the proposed development: sounds promising, let's get this party started Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spartan 1011 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 Thats great- There is an old rail line through there, so hopefully that is spared for the future light rail system Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charleston native 0 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 I believe light rail transit is part of the plan here. Let's hope that it will become a connection to a transit system connecting the Visitor's Center to the airport. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vicupstate 283 Report post Posted December 14, 2006 Rezoning approved for Midtown project I felt this project deserves its own thread, since it is in the very early stages and has been 10 years in the making. This has strong potential to be not only a catlyst project for redevelopment in that corridor, but also a national example. This one hits all the 'hot buttons' of the urban world. This one involves mixed use, historic preservation, affordable housing, and even rail. Of course, since it is in Charleston, height restrictions come into play as well. Just about any issue that urban development involves, is in play in this one project. No doubt it will be closely watched. Given Charleston's reputation, it will be expected to be a textbook example of how to do such a project right. Someone needs to take some 'before' pics, so we can track the changes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazeeboi 126 Report post Posted December 14, 2006 Wow, that sounds awesome. Yeah, it would be nice to see some pictures of the site at present. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazeeboi 126 Report post Posted March 26, 2007 Any updates on this project? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazeeboi 126 Report post Posted July 27, 2007 ^See above question. I don't think I remember seeing anything on this block when I was down there a couple of weeks ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infinite1 1 Report post Posted July 27, 2007 nothing is moving specific to this project, but as usual, Clements words/actions have spurred other developments in the area. A 5 story condo/retail development is planned for the corner of King and Wolf. There is also a "workforce housing" project (4 stories w/ garage) planned for Meeting and Reid. There was an article in the Post and Courier not too long ago above all the activity on Upper King. most of that activitiy has been spurred by the completion of the streetscpaing and anticipation of the Midtown project. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazeeboi 126 Report post Posted December 7, 2007 We now have an update on the Midtown project proposed by Clement. A 250-room luxury hotel is being planned for the site. It will serve as the anchor for future residential and retail construction. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spartan 1011 Report post Posted December 9, 2007 Awesome. Thanks for the find. I can't wait to see this one go up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knightrider162 2 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 The plans for the midtown project associated with Regent Partner and Robert Clement have been presented to the B.A.R. and alot seem to think it parallels the Charleston Place development. I happen to think that this has the potential to be better. Conceptual Plans : Midtown Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spartan 1011 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 Thats beautiful. I'm glad that they are integrating the existing retail buildings. This is going to add a lot to 'midtown' Charleston (I hope that name catches on). Great find, thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pompusmaximus 0 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 More midtown coverage http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/feb/19..._unveiled31081/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spartan 1011 Report post Posted February 20, 2008 A comparison of Midtown to Charleston Place from that article: Midtown -- 235 luxury hotel rooms -- 140 to 205 condos -- 35,000 square feet of retail space -- 8,000 square feet of meeting space -- 4.3 acres Charleston Place -- 440 luxury hotel rooms -- 56,645 square feet of retail space -- 25,000 square feet of meeting space -- 4.25 acres (including city-owned parking garage) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazeeboi 126 Report post Posted February 20, 2008 Wow. I had no idea this development would be so similar to Charleston Place. Although I was but a chap when Charleston Place was constructed, it's easy to see how it has revitalized the area around it. It would be awesome to see that the same thing happen live and in person along Upper King with the Midtown development. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krazeeboi 126 Report post Posted February 21, 2008 This appears to be nothing short of an impressive development, at least in terms of density. I'm really itching to see detailed renderings now. I just hope this project can get off the ground without being held up or scaled back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vicupstate 283 Report post Posted February 22, 2008 (edited) This appears to be nothing short of an impressive development, at least in terms of density. I'm really itching to see detailed renderings now. I just hope this project can get off the ground without being held up or scaled back. While anything is possible in this economy, such as a delay, I doubt it would be 'scaled back' for any reason. The cost of Peninsula Charleston real estate is so high (and heights are limited), the developer has to 'max out' the utility in order to turn a profit. I too look forward to seeing this come out of the ground. I need to take some pictures of this area, before it all starts to change. Edited February 22, 2008 by vicupstate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
