March 6, 201213 yr Definitely some activity this morning. A flat bed had unloaded two zero-turn skid steers and one of them drove right in through the front doors. I couldn't see what kind of attachment was on the front (bucket, fork, etc.) so not exactly sure what they're up to. Got to believe it's major clean-up at this point.
March 6, 201213 yr Photos! I'm working at home today so I can't get down there!! "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
March 6, 201213 yr I took today off....so I'll snap some pics....anyone know how to make pics smaller on a mac? Every time I try to put them on here they are too large, so I have to post on flickr.
March 6, 201213 yr I go through photobucket but it's still the extra step. But to make them smaller on Mac open the picture in preview then go to "Tools" then click on "adjust size"
March 7, 201213 yr Here is a shot on the inside...not much to see but they are clearly busting things up and cleaning up. I can't figure out how to make them smaller>>thanks anyway ClevelandOhio>>but here they are on flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jjames0408/6814677330/# Anyone know if something is going on in this building?? http://www.flickr.com/photos/jjames0408/6814678622/#
March 7, 201213 yr ^ Those buildings are all part of the same structure. JHB actually looks like five separate buildings that run from Huntington to Statler. My understanding is that any hotel project would involve that entire stretch. Thanks for the photos!
March 7, 201213 yr Down on Euclid, those buildings have had the plastic on the windows for some years now. Still looks the same as in 2010 when I lived down the street in Fenn Tower.
March 8, 201213 yr Le Meridien is coming. http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/Boutique-hotels-coming-to-Cleveland
March 8, 201213 yr ^I get the feeling that newsnet5 piece is just regurgitating the earlier news about a possible Le Meridien, but isn't really adding any more heft to it... But man do I hope it happens.
March 8, 201213 yr There was a light on in both the Hartness building and the one across the street. There has to be something going on in this stretch.
March 8, 201213 yr As I recall (and I'm too lazy to look it up right now) the people who wanted to develop the Le Meridien were out of California and wished to buy those properties a few years back. According to the planning commission GIS, however, the same people own all those properties (3M LLC et al.). If the properties haven't changed hands and are owned by different companies, what IS going on there? Anyone able to shed some light? I'm really interested in this project as some of you know from when I tried getting into contact with 3M to paint over the old City Year sign in 1001 Euclid.
March 8, 201213 yr Le Meridien is coming. http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/local_news/cleveland_metro/Boutique-hotels-coming-to-Cleveland Coming?? Im all for positive movement downtown, but lets not embelish. Per the article Finally, nearly across the street from the Kinpton project, work has begun to consolidate five formerly separate properties into what is expected to be a new Le Meridien Hotel. Expected and confirmed are two different things. Ive made a call and will report back. As long as its an upscale Westin or LM I'll be satisfied as Starwood has long ignored the Cleveland market. I know what ever happens. I strongly expect to see a Hilton built as a result of 3 Starwood properties coming online in Downtown Cleveland.
April 20, 201213 yr People were walking in and out today and there is some yellow thing coming out the door lol....I'll get a pic when I go out again.
April 20, 201213 yr Here's a quick pic...not very good... http://www.flickr.com/photos/jjames0408/6950985852/#
April 20, 201213 yr Actually work has been going on in these 4 buildings since late January. It's definitely in full swing now, as you noticed today. Yay! I believe this is all the CORF cleaning & abatement that is occurring
April 20, 201213 yr That's kind of what I figured...I've been peeking in for months but have never seen actual people lol.
April 20, 201213 yr The "yellow thing" is a drainage hose coming out of the building, it's been there the past couple weeks. Has anything on this building confirmed, or is it still up in the ait?
April 20, 201213 yr The "yellow thing" is a drainage hose coming out of the building, it's been there the past couple weeks. Has anything on this building confirmed, or is it still up in the ait? When something is announced, it will be posted. Trust, no need to ask. Ok.. Thanks. That is not only for this project, but common across all urbanohio. If new information is presented, it will be posted, you don't have to ask. ;D :-)
May 24, 201213 yr Update on JHB's CORF cleaning (a lot is going on inside, not totally evidenced by the photos): Some late night stuff last night
May 24, 201213 yr Update on JHB's CORF cleaning (a lot is going on inside, not totally evidenced by the photos): Some late night stuff last night Hopefully this leads to some Clothing retail or national food chains being put here
May 24, 201213 yr Hopefully this leads to some Clothing retail or national food chains being put here You need to reread the thread. There is a Le Merdian Hotel going into those 4 buildings.
May 24, 201213 yr Hopefully this leads to some Clothing retail or national food chains being put here You need to reread the thread. There is a Le Merdian Hotel going into those 4 buildings. HOPEFULLY. I don't think that has been confirmed as of yet. I wish there would be an official announcement PRONTO.
May 24, 201213 yr Hopefully this leads to some Clothing retail or national food chains being put here You need to reread the thread. There is a Le Merdian Hotel going into those 4 buildings. HOPEFULLY. I don't think that has been confirmed as of yet. I wish there would be an official announcement PRONTO. True. I wish Starwood would come out and say that a Le Meridien or Westin is going in there! All though I'd rather see a St. Regis there. The location is good for the PHS and E. 4th nabes.
May 24, 201213 yr Hopefully this leads to some Clothing retail or national food chains being put here You need to reread the thread. There is a Le Merdian Hotel going into those 4 buildings. Yeah I saw that AFTER I posted that comment
May 24, 201213 yr Presumably at least one of the storefronts would need to be the lobby. Another probably a hotel-related restaurant. Not sure if it's still in the cards, but one of the earlier project descriptions envisioned turning the eastern most storefront (the building with the surving ick facade) into a car passthrough to the garage behind. That would still leave two storefronts for something else.
May 24, 201213 yr Presumably at least one of the storefronts would need to be the lobby. Another probably a hotel-related restaurant. Not sure if it's still in the cards, but one of the earlier project descriptions envisioned turning the eastern most storefront (the building with the surving ick facade) into a car passthrough to the garage behind. That would still leave two storefronts for something else. Also, its not necessary to have the lobby on the ground floor. I've been to many properties where the actual lobby is several floors up. However, for this property and its location, I would prefer a ground floor lobby and restaurant and lounge area.
May 24, 201213 yr Cant the parking access just come from the back of the building? Why place a driveway on Euclid and remove a storefront?
May 24, 201213 yr Presumably at least one of the storefronts would need to be the lobby. Another probably a hotel-related restaurant. Not sure if it's still in the cards, but one of the earlier project descriptions envisioned turning the eastern most storefront (the building with the surving ick facade) into a car passthrough to the garage behind. That would still leave two storefronts for something else. That sort of reminds me of the plans they had for May Company building, sounds dumb to be honest.
May 24, 201213 yr One thing I don't quite get is how the developers plan on laying out the hotel rooms here. The floor plates are pretty deep and only have windows on the front and back. And light/view from the rear windows is...lacking. I'd be surprised if they planned on digging a light well through the middle of the building, but I suppose that would work. Otherwise seems like they'd have to "waste" a big chunk of each floor on massive central elevator lobbies. Anyone have some insight here?
May 24, 201213 yr Cant the parking access just come from the back of the building? Why place a driveway on Euclid and remove a storefront? IIRC there is already and alley on Chester that the parking garage accesses. It's across from the park. Its small alley and not really noticable, which is a good thing. This would also help with making the That stretch of Chester more pedestrian friendly, while not sending mixed signals about using public transportation on Euclid. Why not just build the car valet/enterance on this side of the building? Having cars on Euclid directly acros from a Health Line Station is stupid!
May 24, 201213 yr I should make very clear that the drive-through was shown in a scheme quite awhile go, so I have no idea if it's still in the plans. Even if they really wanted vehicular access off of Euclid would be great if they figured out a way to tap into the existing driveway next door in the Statler Bldg, but not sure if that's architecturally feasible.
May 24, 201213 yr There are 3 access points. Two from Chester, and one from East 12th. We dont need another on Euclid, cutting through a building, and creating a double wide parking driveway, since it would be directly next to Statlers. Not very pedestrian friendly.
May 24, 201213 yr That is interesting that the rooms in the middle will have no windows. That thought hadn't crossed my mind.
May 24, 201213 yr There are 3 access points. Two from Chester, and one from East 12th. We dont need another on Euclid, cutting through a building, and creating a double wide parking driveway, since it would be directly next to Statlers. Not very pedestrian friendly. Agreed. They could redefine that back parking area and do something creative with it. I think this is the best parking garage in town. Hidden on all sides. You don't even know it's back there!
June 19, 201212 yr Okay there is definitely things happening at these buildings. The wood and plastic window coverings are gone and the shoe-town outlet storefront facade is removed and partially covered in wood.
June 19, 201212 yr Okay there is definitely things happening at these buildings. The wood and plastic window coverings are gone and the shoe-town outlet storefront facade is removed and partially covered in wood. Is the Shoe Town outlet sign still up? I thought that was going to last as long as the Barbara Anne Bridal sign at the Stanley, or the Goldfish Army/Navy sign.
June 19, 201212 yr Yes there is most certainly something happening here. I spoke to construction workers at the building on Friday and forgot to post :( The crew working on the building now is an asbestos remiadiation crew, according the worker I spoke to they have a ~4 month contract to finish that work. Once they are done, a different construction company will then come in and begin developing the building into a hotel. (6/19/12) John Hartness Brown Building(s) IMG_1035 by chubbard216, on Flickr IMG_1036 by chubbard216, on Flickr IMG_1037 by chubbard216, on Flickr
June 19, 201212 yr Yes there is most certainly something happening here. I spoke to construction workers at the building on Friday and forgot to post :( The crew working on the building now is an asbestos remiadiation crew, according the worker I spoke to they have a ~4 month contract to finish that work. Once they are done, a different construction company will then come in and begin developing the building into a hotel. (6/19/12) John Hartness Brown Building(s) IMG_1035 by chubbard216, on Flickr IMG_1036 by chubbard216, on Flickr IMG_1037 by chubbard216, on Flickr Did they say what flag?
June 19, 201212 yr What is the likely hood of any of those storefronts being used for retail? Or a restaurant with an interior entrance to the lobby as well?
June 19, 201212 yr What is the likely hood of any of those storefronts being used for retail? Or a restaurant with an interior entrance to the lobby as well? Until plans are released, anything we say here will be speculation.
June 19, 201212 yr Did they say what flag? Assuming your asking if he mentioned what type/brand of hotel it's going to be, he did not. I am not sure if those details have been publicly released yet (or finalized on for that matter)
June 19, 201212 yr What is the likely hood of any of those storefronts being used for retail? Or a restaurant with an interior entrance to the lobby as well? Until plans are released, anything we say here will be speculation. Well I sure hope so. Those look like they could be the best storefronts in the city. That section is filled with storefronts and could become a great part of Euclid Avenue. And as we stated before, hopefully the Euclid Avenue parking garage driveway entrance is axed.
June 19, 201212 yr Did they say what flag? Assuming your asking if he mentioned what type/brand of hotel it's going to be, he did not. I am not sure if those details have been publicly released yet (or finalized on for that matter) Flag = Brand in hotel speak. LOL. I figured as much, but thought I would ask. What is the likely hood of any of those storefronts being used for retail? Or a restaurant with an interior entrance to the lobby as well? Until plans are released, anything we say here will be speculation. Well I sure hope so. Those look like they could be the best storefronts in the city. That section is filled with storefronts and could become a great part of Euclid Avenue. And as we stated before, hopefully the Euclid Avenue parking garage driveway entrance is axed. "Could" is a huge "if" at this point. I would be happy if they eliminated the Euclid driveway. Lets wait and see what happens.
June 19, 201212 yr Okay there is definitely things happening at these buildings. The wood and plastic window coverings are gone and the shoe-town outlet storefront facade is removed and partially covered in wood. Is the Shoe Town outlet sign still up? I thought that was going to last as long as the Barbara Anne Bridal sign at the Stanley, or the Goldfish Army/Navy sign. Isn't that the truth. It was nice to see this sign go (along with the shoes that were removed a couple months earlier). The other two signs you mentioned hopefully have their days numbered as well. Nice pics hubz Yes there is most certainly something happening here. I spoke to construction workers at the building on Friday and forgot to post :( The crew working on the building now is an asbestos remiadiation crew, according the worker I spoke to they have a ~4 month contract to finish that work. Once they are done, a different construction company will then come in and begin developing the building into a hotel. (6/19/12) John Hartness Brown Building(s) IMG_1035 by chubbard216, on Flickr IMG_1036 by chubbard216, on Flickr IMG_1037 by chubbard216, on Flickr
June 19, 201212 yr Very interesting to see another row of archways where the "Shoes" sign used to be -- another pleasant surprise.
June 19, 201212 yr Very interesting to see another row of archways where the "Shoes" sign used to be -- another pleasant surprise. I was also thinking that. I wonder what, if anything, is under the storefront to the right.
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