[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

The New Charlotte metro credit union building at 912 Central Ave., where Norman sound used to be. The article says they are consolidating the drive-through building and the main building into this new branch. Sounds like they’re making room for a new project in those old locations.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/charlotte-metro-credit-union-breaks-ground-on-new-central-branch-location-301494183.html

 

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

The owner is John Springsteed, who has attempted to buy up the entire block bordered by Central, Hawthorne, Sunnyside and Oakland.  To complicate things, there are multiple zonings within the block, and a few homeowners, myself included,  are not interested in selling.  I know he just signed a rental lease on one of the bungalows that he owns on the block, so nothing will happen any time really soon if that's any indication.

[Charlotte Center City Streetcar Network]

They are connecting the sewer lines to those on Central Avenue.  For months, they have been collecting the sewage in an underground "basin" at the end of the street, and regularly sending a truck out to pump out the contents.  This will allow the sewage to continue on to the Central Avenue pipes.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Absolutely.  I think the side of the block that faces Central Avenue is ready for development and I fully support it.  The sad part IMO, are the 5 bungalows on the back side of the block that will most likely be demolished, and the affect that will have on the small cluster of single family homes living in the neighborhood behind it.

the side facing central Avenue is B-2, so it should contain some street level amenities.

 

[Elizabeth Projects (7th St, Elizabeth Ave, etc)]

It was inevitable.  The pool supply company at the corner of Hawthorne and Central is relocating, and the majority of the block is being considered for renovation.  At risk are at least 5 1930’s bungalows owned by the developer.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Well, it was Inevitable. The pool supply company at the corner of Hawthorne and Central is relocating and majority of the block is being considered for redevelopment.  At risk are at least 5 1930’s craftsman bungalows owned by the developer

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Had dinner last night at Workman's Friend on Central Avenue for the first time.  All tables were full- standing room only at the bar.  The staff was friendly and fast, and the food was great.  They really had their act together especially considering it has only been open a couple of weeks.  A great addition to the neighborhood.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

I just wish they would plant trees along central avenue alongside the entire parking lot.  That alone would make a huge difference, and there aren't any power lines to contend with.  I suppose a few parking spaces would need to be sacrificed, however.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

On my way home from work yesterday, I saw a bulldozer behind the Todd's Flowers building starting to tear a portion of it down.  Does anyone know what the new building will look like?  It was mentioned earlier in the thread, but I can't seem to find anything concrete.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Would it be at all feasible to move the Tommy's Pub building to one end of the parcel and work it into the design, similar to what the Ratcliff did with the building that currently houses Bernardine's downtown?  If people are so passionate about that business, the effort might go a long way to keep all parties happy.  

 

Of course I am no expert on what that would entail- maybe it just wouldn't end up cost effective, or maybe the Tommy's Pub building is not structurally sound enough to do so- but it sure would score some points for the developer.

[Elizabeth Projects (7th St, Elizabeth Ave, etc)]

Visart will be moving to the shopping center at the corner of Eastway and Central near the end of August.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Just found out that Visart is moving to the shopping center at the corner of Eastway and Central. MIght be a little more important to the Elizabeth thread.........

[Elizabeth Projects (7th St, Elizabeth Ave, etc)]

At last night's city council meeting, the city council approved 7th Street Progression Partners' zoning request to build a 95 unit housing complex on 7th street between Clement and Pecan. They had a rendering of what it will look like if it goes through, but I didn't get a good look at it.  Does anyone have that access to that rendering?

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Fencing is going up around the old Grand Central, neighboring apartment building and frame shop on Central Avenue- looks like demo is about to begin.  I also saw two guys working inside Social Status.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Just noticed a sign for "Catch On Seafood Market" where Volume Lounge was located for a short time.  I can't seem to find anything on the internet- does anyone have any info on this? I would welcome a good seafood market in the hood, but can it compete with Harris Teeter's Department, or is Catch On just a name of a restaurant?

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

From the Charlotte Business Journal:

 

• CampusWorks has filed a rezoning petition for a small piece of land that is part of a larger assemblage in Plaza-Midwood where it is planning an apartment project. The firm is seeking a zoning change for the half-acre site to make it consistent with the rest of the property. (Hawthorne and Central Ave.)

 

• Developer Brian Barwick is seeking a rezoning for up to 95 apartment units on 1.5 acres on the north side of East Seventh Street between Clement and Pecan avenues. The property, owned by members of the White family, includes the Roy White’s Flowers building on East Seventh and six more parcels between that building and Clement, most of which are vacant.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Also, a friend who works at Design Upholstery, behind the pawn shop that faces central by the railroad tracks, told me that they have been told to find a new space for their business, as their lease will not be renewed.

[Plaza-Midwood Projects (Central, Commonwealth, The Plaza)]

Andy Jackson from FuManChu Cup Cakes says they will be opening in Mid November, and has pictures up on their facebook page. A source from Harkey Tile, who has property right in the middle of that 7.2 acres says there is no deal as of right now. The owner of the property along independence has been trying to sell for some time now.