[AntonioR]

That part of Stamford isn't known for NIMBY-ism. Whatever resistance might arise will not be enough to produce any change. On top of that, its a handful of homes that will potentially be affected by an increase in traffic. I think in this case the greater good supersedes that. If the concern is speeding, a couple of speed bumps would do the trick.

With that said, I don't really think traffic along those street will increase dramatically on a daily basis. Maybe before a storm hits, given that Nutmeggers suffer from procrastination when it comes to preparing for a storm, especially in the winter.

The home owners/residents along there might even appreciate that they will be able to walk to the home improvement store if they truly want to. Any person that loves to constantly fix/add things in his home would feel as if he's in heaven.

[lougordon]

Originally Posted by AntonioR

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With that said, I don't really think traffic along those street will increase dramatically on a daily basis. Maybe before a storm hits, given that Nutmeggers suffer from procrastination when it comes to preparing for a storm, especially in the winter.

I agree with you. Traffic will not increase dramatically on those streets because access to them is so roundabout. Which is exactly why the traffic on West Main will not be alleviated much by your alternatives.

The bottleneck between West Street and Stillwater on West Main will remain unless street parking is eliminated and left turn lanes at West are added. Even then it's going to be a nightmare.

[Raider111]

Originally Posted by AntonioR

Why people say its a Home Depot when the chain hasn't been confirmed?

There are other home improvement stores out there. I personally hope its a Lowes.

I'm thinking Home Depot. Someone recently told me the Norwalk one is the most profitable on the east coast.
The new Lowes has been a disaster so far, nice, but the place is always empty - weekdays and weekends.
Wouldn't be surprised if it was gone in a couple of years.

[JayCT]

Originally Posted by Raider111

I'm thinking Home Depot. Someone recently told me the Norwalk one is the most profitable on the east coast.
The new Lowes has been a disaster so far, nice, but the place is always empty - weekdays and weekends.
Wouldn't be surprised if it was gone in a couple of years.

I find it odd that a Lowes anywhere in southwestern Connecticut would do poorly. Any idea why? Jay

[wtby4000]

I can't think of any shopping centers in Stamford that have direct non-emergency vehicular access from minor residential streets.

E.g.

• look at Wardwell Street just east of Shippan Avenue - no access to Shop Rite
• Winter Street dead-ends - no access to shopping along High Ridge
• Knapp St has access to Springdale shopping, but the entrance is very close to Hope St
• Even Turn of River Road lacks access to High Ridge shopping, though you can get to Newfield Green from Belltown Road

Generally speaking turning residential cul-de-sacs into shopping center driveways is not the way things are done in the US.

[wtby4000]

Originally Posted by AntonioR

The home owners/residents along there might even appreciate that they will be able to walk to the home improvement store if they truly want to..

Also, this is not consistent with US practice/mentality (what are they buying at Home Depot/Lowe's that they can carry home in their arms?). And this doesn't get to the distinction between vehicular access (frowned upon) and pedestrian access (generally acceptable, although there may be concerns re: crime).

[AntonioR]

Originally Posted by wtby4000

I can't think of any shopping centers in Stamford that have direct non-emergency vehicular access from minor residential streets.

E.g.

• look at Wardwell Street just east of Shippan Avenue - no access to Shop Rite
• Winter Street dead-ends - no access to shopping along High Ridge
• Knapp St has access to Springdale shopping, but the entrance is very close to Hope St
• Even Turn of River Road lacks access to High Ridge shopping, though you can get to Newfield Green from Belltown Road

Generally speaking turning residential cul-de-sacs into shopping center driveways is not the way things are done in the US.

Some examples in Stamford.

West Side's Stop & Shop


Springdale's shopping center with a CVS


The Turn of River shopping center on High Ridge Road and Vine Street


High Ridge Road shopping center with a People's Bank


Turn of River shopping center on High Ridge Road


High Ridge Road shopping center at Bulls Head


Donut Delight on Elm Street


East Main Street shopping center by the train tracks


Long Ridge Road shopping center with a Dunkin Donut


BevMax on East Main Street


AutoZone on East Main Street


Taco Bell on East Main Street


All they are going to build on the West Side is one home improvement store.

[AntonioR]

Originally Posted by wtby4000

Also, this is not consistent with US practice/mentality (what are they buying at Home Depot/Lowe's that they can carry home in their arms?). And this doesn't get to the distinction between vehicular access (frowned upon) and pedestrian access (generally acceptable, although there may be concerns re: crime).

Most people I have seen buying stuff at Norwalk's Home Depot usually buy things they can carry to their cars and in fact many do that.

[HeadedWest]

Originally Posted by AntonioR

Most people I have seen buying stuff at Norwalk's Home Depot usually buy things they can carry to their cars and in fact many do that.

Nobody buys sheets of plywood, appliances or plumbing pipe?

[AntonioR]

Update on the hotel on Atlantic Street.




Update on the condos on Bedford Street.