Pittsburgh Area Development - Request for Info & Updates (Liberty: lawsuits, Whole Foods)

[Knepper3]

Agree, there is no single answer. Every industry is going to be different, some things can not be done properly WFH. Its great people with some experience can WFH with little issues but as a company there is more to consider than that one employee, it is not the same for new staff and a bigger picture.

I likely have more experience WFH than the majority, I've been for 19 years. I wouldn't swap it but there can be major downsides to it as well in terms of personal life, work structure, networking, mentoring, and opportunities missed. Its not all roses, some issues might take years and years to show up.

[eschaton]

The major new residential project in Upper Lawrenceville (Albion) is now going before the city planning commission, and while we've seen bits of this before, nothing to this degree. It's a five-story 265-unit building, with a small amount of ground floor retail and 200 parking spaces. In addition, the existing firehouse building is being renovated as part of the redevelopment. While I'd prefer active uses along the entire frontage on Butler, there's a lot to like here otherwise, from retaining a historic building to the tight building footprint to keeping Berlin Way (which is a private ROW on the block, and thus not protected), to the overall clean design.

I also appreciate how they're subdividing the lot and leaving the old converted truck bay on the interior of the parcel, as it means there could be later phases of redevelopment.

[wpipkins2]

Originally Posted by eschaton

The major new residential project in Upper Lawrenceville (Albion) is now going before the city planning commission, and while we've seen bits of this before, nothing to this degree. It's a five-story 265-unit building, with a small amount of ground floor retail and 200 parking spaces. In addition, the existing firehouse building is being renovated as part of the redevelopment. While I'd prefer active uses along the entire frontage on Butler, there's a lot to like here otherwise, from retaining a historic building to the tight building footprint to keeping Berlin Way (which is a private ROW on the block, and thus not protected), to the overall clean design.

I also appreciate how they're subdividing the lot and leaving the old converted truck bay on the interior of the parcel, as it means there could be later phases of redevelopment.

Wow! This is a solid bookend for Butler.

[anthony_c55]

Originally Posted by eschaton

The major new residential project in Upper Lawrenceville (Albion) is now going before the city planning commission, and while we've seen bits of this before, nothing to this degree. It's a five-story 265-unit building, with a small amount of ground floor retail and 200 parking spaces. In addition, the existing firehouse building is being renovated as part of the redevelopment. While I'd prefer active uses along the entire frontage on Butler, there's a lot to like here otherwise, from retaining a historic building to the tight building footprint to keeping Berlin Way (which is a private ROW on the block, and thus not protected), to the overall clean design.

I also appreciate how they're subdividing the lot and leaving the old converted truck bay on the interior of the parcel, as it means there could be later phases of redevelopment.

Interesting. Do you know - about where is the city with new units trending - is it on par with recent years? Up? Down?

[eschaton]

Originally Posted by anthony_c55

Interesting. Do you know - about where is the city with new units trending - is it on par with recent years? Up? Down?

Not sure on the city itself. The Census does track housing starts though my MSA, let's look at those.

For 2023 through May, we've had the following:

1-unit: 1306
2-unit: 12
3/4-unit: 48
5+unit: 674
Total structures with 5+ units: 19

Compare to May of last year:

1-unit: 1565
2-unit: 32
3/4-unit: 52
5+unit: 413
Total structures with 5+ units: 29.

So, in general, new housing permits across the MSA have slowed down a bit, though it appears that there are less but larger multi-family structures being constructed so far this year.

[gg]

The Strip District is experiencing soaring growth.

https://nextpittsburgh.com/city-desi...post-pandemic/

[svband76]

Originally Posted by gg

The Strip District is experiencing soaring growth.

https://nextpittsburgh.com/city-desi...post-pandemic/

Noisiest location in the Burgh. The alleys are full of graffiti and garbage. Lots of traffic. And those drummers by the Wesbanco corner. Just way better and quieter city locations. But if that's your bag, go for it.

[wpipkins2]

Originally Posted by svband76

Noisiest location in the Burgh. The alleys are full of graffiti and garbage. Lots of traffic. And those drummers by the Wesbanco corner. Just way better and quieter city locations. But if that's your bag, go for it.

It is a dynamic neighborhood full of attractions and new construction. Evidently the Strip District is more popular than most city neighborhoods and for good reason.

The drummers are not located anywhere near the residential areas. The drums are annoying but that is a a part of city life. The residential area in and around Smallman and Railroad streets is very quiet after hours not to mention the river views and trail access.

[Moby Hick]

I don't know what the drums are in the Strip, but on a Friday in the fall I can hear them from a game and it takes me back.

[svband76]

Yes the trails are nice and would be nice if they could somehow extend the trail in the Strip to connect to Lawrenceville.

The Armstrong Cork Factory was a great re-development. Still mostly a place for the younger folk I believe. I'd prefer Troy Hill or Spring Hill or Spring Garden instead. But nobody likes the hills.