Development

Wegmans now hiring for First D.C. Location “scheduled to open in the summer of 2022”

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering of Wisconsin Avenue and Rodman Street, NW courtesy Wegmans

From a press release:

“Hiring and training are now underway for Wegmans Food Markets’ first store in Northwest Washington, D.C. at City Ridge. Located at the intersection of Wisconsin Avenue and Rodman Street, the store will be part of the historic building formerly occupied by Fannie Mae’s headquarters. The new store is scheduled to open in the summer of 2022. Wegmans plans to employ approximately 450 people at this location, including 150 full-time positions. The majority of employees will be hired locally. (more…)

“the demolition of McMillan is proceeding”

By Prince Of Petworth


North Capitol and Michigan Ave, NW

Thanks to Mark for sending: “I am thrilled to report that the demolition of McMillan is proceeding at an impressive clip. I have walked past the site every day this week and each time observed more progress in the dismantlement of the sand filtration structures. (more…)

“Banner Lane pays homage to building a community that embraces inclusivity, honors history and fosters engagement”

By Prince Of Petworth


“bounded by M Street NW to the north, L Street to the south, First Street to the west and First Place to the east” rendering courtesy Toll Brothers

From a press release:

“The development team of Toll Brothers Apartment Living and GSLM Capital Partners, a venture of L+M Development Partners and Urban Investment Group within Goldman Sachs Asset Management, unveiled Banner Lane, a vibrant, new residential community that is taking shape in the heart of Washington, DC at the nexus of NoMa, Mount Vernon Triangle and Shaw – three of the fastest growing neighborhoods Northwest of Union Station.

The development team outlined its vision for the Banner Lane community, located on the former site of the Sursum Corda Cooperative, as a place that fosters community spirit by celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity while encouraging engagement and offering residents a sense of belonging within their own neighborhood. (more…)

“AT Adams Morgan Plaza NOW!! Police, Protesters, Truist Bank officials, Workmen with chainlink fences”

By Prince Of Petworth


photos courtesy AdMo4RD

Ed. Note: For more background the Washington Post published a few days ago “As eviction looms, unhoused people in Adams Morgan plaza say they’re being used by both sides in political tug of war”.

From an email:

“At Adams Morgan Plaza NOW! 18th St NW and Columbia Rd: Police, Protesters, homeless, Truist (SunTrust/BB&T) Bank officials, vested workers with chain link fences, and a police van seen circling.”

From a press advisory:

“ADAMS MORGAN RALLIES TO SUPPORT THE UNHOUSED,
PROTECT PUBLIC SPACE, AND DIVEST TRUIST

What:

Neighbors and activists will rally and sit in to support homeless and protect public space at Adams Morgan Plaza Wednesday this week, and again on Saturday to call for bank customers to close their Truist (BB&T and SunTrust) bank accounts. (more…)

“Metro announces first all-electric bus garage to be built at Northern bus facility” (14th Street NW, between Decatur and Buchanan)

By Prince Of Petworth


14th Street NW, between Decatur and Buchanan Streets via WMATA

From WMATA:

“Major step in advancing the Board’s recently adopted goal of transitioning to a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2045

Metro announced that it will build its first all-electric bus garage, with infrastructure and equipment needed to run 100% electric vehicles, at the Northern Bus Garage in Northwest Washington, D.C. Construction of the operations and maintenance facility is expected to take four years once all approvals are received, and will open with a mix of the current Metrobus fleet and new battery-electric vehicles, transitioning to 100% electric as Metrobus’ electric bus fleet expands. (more…)

“Hines Closes on Land to Develop Luxury Condos at The Parks at Walter Reed”

By Prince Of Petworth


via The Parks

From a press release:

“Hines, Urban Atlantic and Triden Development Group announced today they have closed on one acre at The Parks at Walter Reed to develop Kite House, a 109-unit luxury condominium property. Grosvenor Americas provided financing through its Structured Development Finance program. Bank OZK is providing the construction financing. Construction on Kite House is planned to begin in October with completion of the project in early 2023.

Kite House will offer contemporary and stylish one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes elevated by concierge service, convenient coworking space, a modern fitness center, and an inspiring indoor-outdoor lounge. Designed with 109 for-sale units, including nine affordable units, and 11,000 rentable square feet of retail, (more…)

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