Why does it seem like New Orleans has a problem with new highrises? (tenants, floors)

[annie_himself]

Originally Posted by Jimbo_1

Hibernia Tower Apartment Rentals

I freaking love that building. I did not know that.

Originally Posted by Chilly Gentilly

Yep. I hope I'm wrong, but $55 Million for a 16 story, retro Miami-esque looking condominium is just a tad bit disappointing

Agreed. Not to mention how long it took just to get this far.

[Huckleberry3911948]

in france they decided long ago to make them all 7 stories bek that was what firefighters would effectively handle. but since then they changed the rules.

[coolgato]

Originally Posted by Jimbo_1

But there are many other high-rises in New Orleans and the ground stability problems have been solved. Some reasons why the cemeteries are above ground is due to it being popular in France and Spain and a high water table (not necessarily because of below sea level since many cemeteries are above sea level). There are also below ground cemeteries as well. I believe around half of New Orleans is at or above sea level. I think the main problem with high-rises is people believe they are out of scale with their neighborhoods.

You're right - I remember that cemeteries in Paris have above ground graves, too - really beautiful btw. The architecture of New Orleans is so different from the rest of the country. I can understand why they say it is the most "French" city of America. The older buildings with the lacy metalwork and all the ornate details set it apart from other cities, and I do think highrises will spoil the beauty of New Orleans, but that aside companies would really bring a lot of money into New Orleans that would help with fixing everything that still needs fixing.

[Jimbo_1]

Originally Posted by annie_himself

I freaking love that building. I did not know that.

Yeah, that's probably my favorite New Orleans skyscraper.

Originally Posted by coolgato

You're right - I remember that cemeteries in Paris have above ground graves, too - really beautiful btw. The architecture of New Orleans is so different from the rest of the country. I can understand why they say it is the most "French" city of America. The older buildings with the lacy metalwork and all the ornate details set it apart from other cities, and I do think highrises will spoil the beauty of New Orleans, but that aside companies would really bring a lot of money into New Orleans that would help with fixing everything that still needs fixing.

There are already plenty of high-rises in the CBD and Warehouse District and adding more to those two neighborhoods can not really spoil the beauty anymore. All in all it probably improves the beauty. Also high-rise buildings have been a part of New Orleans and this country for a 120+ years.

[sconley9922]

Adding high rises to the new orleans skyline will not hurt anything...business will still get done

[annie_himself]

Originally Posted by sconley9922

Adding high rises to the new orleans skyline will not hurt anything...business will still get done

One huge building sucking up office space would hurt the CBD right now.

[squishy506]

Originally Posted by coolgato

I think it has to do with something about sea level, maybe the ground is not too stable. Cemeteries have above ground plots because of the sea level. Maybe, I am totally wrong, but New Orleans is below sea level (I'm not sure). I have to research this later at some point. Interesting question. The city may also just hate tall buildings because it worries that they clash with the historical beauty of the older buildings.

I was always told that the caskets were buried above ground to prevent bodies from washing away in a flood.

[sconley9922]

Originally Posted by annie_himself

One huge building sucking up office space would hurt the CBD right now.

And how is that?

[annie_himself]

Originally Posted by sconley9922

And how is that?

Because it would slow development of the smaller empty and lower class office buildings. I'd rather every building full and every lot be developed before we see any highrises. I'd like to see a 25 story GE building though.

[sconley9922]

Originally Posted by annie_himself

Because it would slow development of the smaller empty and lower class office buildings. I'd rather every building full and every lot be developed before we see any highrises. I'd like to see a 25 story GE building though.

That wont ever happen. If a company comes in thats bigger than the buildings that are available, and they really want to be here, they will build to suit