Historic Congaree Vista Developments

[dobboard]

Any updates on whether or not Center Vista is still going to be constructed?

Man it would be a shame if that project bit the dust.

[krazeeboi]

I'm sure it will, given the millions that were spent just to clean up the site. But when? Who knows. The developers may still be looking for tenants.

[krazeeboi]

Any construction photo updates from anyone?

[krazeeboi]

Did a little more sleuthing (just a Google search really) and found out that this will be a 5-story, 118,200 sq ft commercial building housing a financial institution and a law firm (is it just me, or has Columbia been building a lot of those lately?). A 5

[growingup15]

I'm wondering what the status of this project is.

It actually reminds me of the office component of the Main at Broad development under construction in downtown Greenville:

Thats a pretty good spot for this building. i dont know if it is a bank or an apartment condo.

[krazeeboi]

^It's a proposed office building.

[BrasilnSC]

Three projects that have added density to the Vista: Lofts at Printer's Square, Springhill Suites Hotel, and Canalside.

[krazeeboi]

Cool perspective. You're really taking advantage of the views from the Discovery Plaza parking garage, aren't you?

Next time, try some shots from the top of the new Lady Street garage.

[BrasilnSC]

Well, I park at the Discovery garage, lol. It's a pretty tall garage and I thought I'd get a different perspective than the usual. I bet the Lady St Garage has some pretty nice views...I'll see what I can do .

[krazeeboi]

^Cool; I look forward to the pics.

[krazeeboi]

An item from the latest Planning Commission agenda (April 6th):

This project is presented as a major change to a PUD-C because the applicant is proposing

amendments to the PUD-C to permit phasing of the project. The current plan is to modify

and occupy the Columbia Supply Building; leaving the new construction to a later date. The

modifications to the building will include the addition of a stair and elevator tower to allow

vertical access to the second floor, restoration of window openings on the west side along

with new entries for access. These changes are scheduled for review by the D/DRC.

So it looks like Center Vista will be constructed in two phases, with the first phase consisting of rehabbing the Columbia Supply building, and constructing the retail/office portion at a later date. Can't say I don't blame the developers, given the current state of the economy.

[dobboard]

^^^ At least the project is not dead.

[krazeeboi]

^Exactly. I didn't ever think it was, but I obviously knew it was delayed.

Being that the Columbia Supply Building is being modified (and I hope the modifications are aesthetically appealing), this changes the site plan a little and modifications may need to be made to the new retail/office building and the developers will have to get DDRC approval for those changes as well.

[BrasilnSC]

I noticed that the Center Vista signs had been taken down, so I was wondering what was going on with this project. Glad to hear it's not dead

[BrasilnSC]

Some Vista shots from the new Lady Street Garage.

Lincoln Street:

Looking down Lady St:

Recent additions:

Old and new:

[waccamatt]

Nice shots, Brasil.

[krazeeboi]

I love the perspective that the new garage provides.

The SpringHill Suites looks like it's almost finished, and the exterior should start going up soon on the Lofts at Printer's Square.

[CorgiMatt]

The feature article in this month's issue of Greater Columbia Business Monthly is about the Vista. Even in the poor economy they're doing okay, but they're looking forward to the recession being history. The Vista is now second only to Harbison in revenue within the city of Columbia. It now beats Five Points. They're also looking forward to the two new hotels opening. The magazine isn't online, so I can't make a link to the article.

[Spartan]

Wow, second to Harbison is a big step. Though I have to admit I'd rather that honor go to Five Points

Anyway, thats a great bit of news. Were any numbers printed to illustrate that point?

Also, I'd like to know where people are shopping. I know there are stores there, but it just doesn't seem like there are enough (relatively) normal retail stores like Five Points has to draw in people. Maybe its the prices people pay for Art?

[CorgiMatt]

Events at Colonial Life Arena and the Koger Center are included. And hotel nights. Everything.

[waccamatt]

There are more big-ticket stores in the Vista, also, like rug and art galleries and Whit-Ash Furniture and Mais Oui.

[CorgiMatt]

Has anyone mentioned on here that a "SOLD" real estate sign, a blue DDRC sign and a bulldozer are on the lot on the northwest corner of Park and Hampton?

[waccamatt]

Has anyone mentioned on here that a "SOLD" real estate sign, a blue DDRC sign and a bulldozer are on the lot on the northwest corner of Park and Hampton?

No I haven't; any ideas?

[krazeeboi]

Hmmmm....that's behind the SC Bar Association building, right? Given the location, I honestly don't expect anything exciting to go there. Whatever it is, it should show up on the May 5 DDRC agenda.

[waccamatt]

^Actually, now that I think about it - I think the Bar Association is at that corner. Maybe they will be expanding the building.