I gotta admit that I miss the freaky legs that used to dangle over the second floor balcony. Anyone know how long they were in the 2nd floor space? The first floor space had been changing hands frequently and was most recently a beauty salon. Glad to see it has a good tenant again.
According the WY18 Condos:
The Warrington and the Wilmington are two of a kind in a one-of-a-kind setting. Welcome to WY18. Located at the intersection of Wyoming Avenue and 18th Street NW, this completely renovated pair of post-industrial era buildings have classical charm throughout. Even more charming, it’s nestled in the heart of Adams Morgan, one of The District’s richest neighborhoods, whose charismatic streets are ripe with multicultural eateries, eclectic shops and a vibrant nightlife. WY18 has easy access to everything Washington DC has to offer, plus quality construction, high-end finishes and thoughtful features.
It also says prices start from the $500’s. I’ll be updated as construction progresses.
This building located next to the Reef has been vacant and rather rundown for as long as I can remember. I just noticed a zoning proposal go up on the door for a project by Jubilee Housing. These are the same folks who fixed up the Sorrento building at 18th and Kalorama Rd, NW. I think they did a fantastic job on that building.
Jubilee Housing is:
“a faith based non-profit organization founded in 1973 to provide affordable housing and supportive services to economically disadvantaged residents of the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, DC. Jubilee serves more than 700 individuals and families, and has been a model for programs around the country seeking effective responses to the urban affordable housing crisis. The vision and purpose of Jubilee Housing is about more than providing housing, it is about making it possible for members of the Jubilee community to become their best selves in an atmosphere of supportive community.”
This home is located at 1820 Calvert St, NW:
The flier says:
“Location. Charm. Character. .. Arranged over 4 Levels this 5BR, 2 1/2BA has most of the exquisite interior details intact, including elaborate trim, paneling, oversized pocket doors & 5 period mantel FP’s. Hdwd flrs, bay windows, oversized hi-tech gourmet kit w/ granite & stainless, huge family room leading to lg deck, 2-off st pkg sps, 2BR in-law-suite + more! Don’t miss this one!”
You can find more info here and a mouse on house tour here.
I have a feeling some folks who love the old school details are gonna flip over this one. I was psyched to get a peek after walking past it thousands of times. The inside far exceeded my expectations. Do you dig it? This 7 bed/3.5 bath is going for $1,095,000. Think they’ll get it?
Dear Friends,
Residents have contacted me regarding the Adams Morgan hotel project at Euclid and Champlain Streets. Opinion appears to be divided but, overall, people are anxious for more information.
I authored the tax abatement bill in order to make this project a reality. The bill proposes to abate property taxes for up to 20 years beginning October 1, 2014, capped at $46 million.
This is a chicken and egg situation– we need to offer this tax relief in order to get this property on the tax rolls (including sales tax, hotel tax, income tax for jobs, parking tax, and ultimately, real estate tax). The DC Chief Financial Officer has certified that–without this tax relief– the project is not feasible and will not proceed. With this relief, DC will net about $5 million annually in revenue.
Thus, through this abatement, we restore to productive use a currently vacant historic church building, insure a development that will create jobs, add district revenue, and increase daytime commerce in a neighborhood where this would dramatically improve business and public safety. Daytime commerce is a key issue: It will more balance for what is now a very heavy reliance on nightlife. In consequence there will be more daytime retail opportunities.
Plan B?—Continued deterioration of this vacant historic church, no tax revenue for the district, no new jobs, and nothing contributed to the surrounding neighborhood. The very tiny church congregation (under 20 members) cannot afford to either maintain or use the building.
There has been extensive community discussion about this project including more than 25 meetings over a period of years with the ANC and community organizations. The Council held a public hearing on my bill on October 7.
There is still another opportunity for community input at an ANC Forum to be held on December 16 at 7pm. (The location will be announced soon.) A Council vote on a tax abatement might occur after this forum, possibly as soon as December 21.
And then there will be more comment–Should this project go forward, the District’s land use planning process (planned unit development (PUD)) will offer further, extensive opportunity for community input on issues such as height, density, parking, design elements, community benefits package &c.
Regarding the tax abatement, the Chief Financial Officer has reported that it will have no negative fiscal impact.
Some have suggested that the Developer would go ahead with or without a tax abatement. As I mentioned earlier, the Chief Financial Officer has done an analysis based on the costs and revenue of this project and has determined that the project would not proceed without a tax abatement.
Yesterday, the Council was expected to take the first vote on the bill that I introduced. However, for procedural reasons, the Council was not permitted to take this vote. The bill was temporarily held-up in the Committee on Finance and Revenue in order to gather additional information. Once the Committee finally voted to support the bill, it was too late to meet the notice requirements to get on the agenda for the Council meeting.
Do you think a tax abatement for this proposed hotel is a good idea?
Anyone know how long this building has already been vacant?
From the Adams Morgan BID:
The Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District (BID) and Adams Morgan Main Street Group are pleased to invite everyone to join us for Festivus for the Rest of Us 2010 on Saturday December 11 at 1 PM at the plaza at the intersection of 18th Street and Columbia Road, NW (in front of BB&T Bank). Back due to popular demand, this is the THIRD year for Festivus in Adams Morgan.
The kiosk in the plaza (normally used for posting flyers) has been transformed into a Festivus Pole and at 1 PM THIS SATURDAY there will be an airing of grievances performed by Tom Sherwood of NBC4 News and also a columnist in the Current Newspapers. Throughout each day’s airing of grievances, there will be a presentation of feats of strength.
All I have to say regarding the feats of strength is – you’re a dead man Mr. Sherwood. You might want to leave your tie at home. I’ll see you Saturday.
“Dear PoP,
Great Holiday Trees for a Great Cause — On December 4 and 5, 2010, from 10- 4, the Bancroft Elementary School PTA will hold its annual holiday tree sale. We have trees of every size and for every budget, as well as wreaths, roping, stands and craft activities for the kids. So come by, buy a tree (with all proceeds going to the PTA), get some hot chocolate and visit our brand new playground!! Bancroft is located at the corner of 18th Street and Newton in Mt. Pleasant”
And in case you missed it we spoke about other spots around town to buy Christmas trees right before Thanksgiving.
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This is from the side of the Safeway on Columbia Rd, NW (you have to walk a bit in the alley to get a good look.)
Lots of folks have been writing in asking about the old gym at 2007 18th Ave. NW (you know the one that had the big ‘Play Hard’ written on the side.) This is the new restaurant/bar called Jack Rose that we learned was coming back in June ’09. But obviously some serious progress has been made. The Post’s om Sietsema says:
“The ground floor will feature a 50-seat dining room and a 52-foot long bar; the second level will fit in a wood-fired barbecue pit, a partially enclosed bar and a small private dining room with its own balcony (you know, for cigar smokers). A basement under the kitchen, described by Hartzer as “speakeasy” in design, will showcase a chef’s tasting room.”
And in other Adams Morgan news – Wok N Roll has opened up at 2400 18 St. NW (at Belmont).
And finally Urban Sustainable garden store has opened up 1787 Columbia Road, NW.
This rental is located at 2400 16th St NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Great deal***Grab it this week- Located in the Envoy Apartments….
We are putting the final touches on this steal of a deal and it won’t last long. Why pay more? Studio in Adams Morgan – steps from U ST!
For more information call 202-287-2500
$ 500.00 Move in fee
$45.00 Application fee
Sorry No Pet Policy”
Does $1299 sound reasonable for this studio?