[Inner Loop - CBD, Downtown, East Bank, Germantown, Gulch, Rutledge]

20 minutes ago, bnacincy said:

I noticed that as well when I was down there.  I'm wondering  if that had anything to do with the storms (not to mention the tornadoes) that had come through recently? If not, hopefully that can be cleaned up soon.

The city has been pretty dirty for some years now (not storm related, just litter), but I have hope that the new mayor will make cleaning it up something of a priority.  They did a much better job this year of protecting Bicentennial Mall’s grass  and cleaning the area up quickly after the big New Year celebration.  They’ve also got many more people downtown cleaning the streets and sidewalks.   

[Inner Loop - CBD, Downtown, East Bank, Germantown, Gulch, Rutledge]

19 minutes ago, Mr Gain said:

Wow, crowded. So limit the number of people who can go downtown because the sweater tied over their back shemies think they're above other people? This should be interesting. Which people do the shemies want to be kept out?

Since you appear to have trouble sorting it out, I’ll remind you that this was in response to the Schermerhorn losing support. Much of that comes from the “sweater tied over their back” crowd. 

[Inner Loop - CBD, Downtown, East Bank, Germantown, Gulch, Rutledge]

1 hour ago, henburg said:

Everyone is entitled to their opinion and I agree that there are some measures that could be taken to reign in Broadway a bit, but a lot of this editorial response we're seeing of late is becoming melodramatic to me.

You're telling me people are no longer supporting the Symphony because they don't approve of everything they see on their minutes-long walk from their car to the venue? I don't know, it just feels like a convenient external excuse for declining memberships to me. Furthermore, the complaints of bar owners would feel more valid to me if they weren't so quick to point the finger toward street vendors as one of the biggest catalysts to issues. I'm sure there aren't any ulterior motives there.

I know a number of educated well-off people who used to support Schermerhorn and loved going to the Ryman and other music venues, but rarely go downtown anymore.  I live within walking distance, so see  downtown up close on runs/bike rides.  Drunks and syringes aside, it’s ridiculously crowded, dirty, some areas smell, and the noise level can be offensive.  All valid reasons for not spending time and money going there. Sometimes it feels like I had a bad dream about  Nashville, then woke up and found that it was reality...  

[Capitol View Northwestern Mutual/HCA 32 acres of mixed use | UC]

On 8/21/2018 at 10:16 AM, Nashville Cliff said:

As a longtime downtown worker and former downtown resident, I've long scratched my head at the assertion that there are no grocery options in or near downtown.  The Kroger on Monroe Street is less than 1.5 miles from the 505 tower.  Hill's Urban Market, extremely well-designed to optimize its small space, is in the heart of downtown.  And Turnip Truck, with all of its organic and natural options, is in the Gulch.  Don't get me wrong; I'm excited about Publix and Whole Foods expanding the options, but acting like the only option currently is to drive 20 minutes doesn't hold water.

I live within walking distance of the Monroe Kroger -- service is often poor, they don’t carry a lot of what I buy, and the parking lot can be scary some nights.  I do most of my shopping at Turnip Truck, but their prices are very high.  Haven’t been to Hill’s Urban Market yet, so thanks for the mention.  Hoping that the new Publix will stock more healthy products than middle of the store boxed stuff, but time will tell...  They will if they cater to areas like Germantown, the Gulch, and downtown.  

[Davidson West: Bellevue, Bordeaux, Green Hills, MetroCenter, Nations, N Nashville]

Question for those of you who understand zoning better than I do.  

​The Charlotte Park area is beginning to get more attention, as there's little else left that's truly affordable.  The neighborhood is mainly brick ranches on 1/4 to 1/2 acre lots, and it looks like they're all zoned R10.  Does this mean that duplexes or two tall-skinny homes could be built on each lot?  If so, what's the chance that home owners would be successful in downzoning the area to RS in order to avoid financially motivated teardowns and the kind of infill that's haunted other areas of the city?    

[Davidson West: Bellevue, Bordeaux, Green Hills, MetroCenter, Nations, N Nashville]

I gave William the info on that. The plan seems to be changing in several ways since construction started. Hopefully William can get more information and a timeline on costruction. I am all for more residential here and the entire Charlotte corridor is changing faster than we had first thought it would.

In response to that change, a house on River Rouge recently sold for $360,000---and it needed work.  

[Davidson West: Bellevue, Bordeaux, Green Hills, MetroCenter, Nations, N Nashville]

Does anyone know where the new townhomes are going near Nashville West? Will they be built at the corner of Charlotte and Hillwood Blvd where the Shell was recently demolished?

I believe a Panda Express is going in there.  I wish someone would have the courage to build something more ML Rose-ish instead, but I guess the area's not there yet---so more fast food...  

[Davidson West: Bellevue, Bordeaux, Green Hills, MetroCenter, Nations, N Nashville]

Charlotte Park is starting to pick up.  When I was growing up over in the Nations, Charlotte Park was the much better area but now the roles have kind of reversed.  I've noticed prices ticking up in CP over the last year or so.  Maybe your house is worth more than you think and you wont have to take any losses.  I love the houses overlooking the river, they seem to sell pretty well.  I've had a couple clients interested in buying on the river over the past couple of years.

I've had a realtor look at my house, and based on his estimate, I wouldn't lose money---until I paid the 6% fee.  I actually love the house, but have found that the back slope to the river is more difficult and expensive to keep up than I'd anticipated.  I'm strong, but I'm still only one woman.  You're right that the river houses are awesome.  You don't feel like they're in Charlotte Park when you're out back looking over the river and rolling hills of Bells Bend, which the sun sets over.  It's truly beautiful, and with one major exception (which happens to be next door), the homeowners along the water take good care of their properties.  I've had a realtor "stalking" me recently, trying to talk me into selling my house to a client of hers.  My gut tells me to wait until prices come up a bit more, as I'm at a point in life where I can't afford any avoidable financial losses.  A house down the street is about to go on the market and I think the initial asking price will be $385k.  It has a full apartment/guest suite in the walk out basement and, believe it or not, a sound-proof pistol range in the ground under the driveway.  If it was in another part of town, it would sell for at least 1/2 million.  It's zoned single family, but the downstairs could be rented out for income.  And no, I'm not her realtor--or a realtor at all.    

[Davidson West: Bellevue, Bordeaux, Green Hills, MetroCenter, Nations, N Nashville]

Thanks for the email, first off NashvilleChick and a big welcome to the forum. The map has been a lot of work. I know the Charlotte Park area and I think it has a lot of potential. I am curious as to why it has not taken off like other areas of town.

 

Maybe some of you other guys can give your thoughts on what could happen in the CP area. I think it may be a matter of time, but time is what it will take.

The Charlotte Park area however has one drawback and that is that it is so isolated and cut off from the rest of the area. I would also contact your Council Person and see what Metro can do to enhance the area with more sidewalks, park improvements and also if there are any neighborhood overlays in the area. I have been wanting to try Blue Moon at the marina too.

 

I do know the Planet Fitness did a great job of reinventing the old McKays location. I tend to think there needs to be a street scape all along Charlotte to Nashville West from 440 to encourage more pedestrian and bike traffic. I think there are plans for a few developments along Charlotte Pike across from Nashville West as well as more development on the Nashville West side of the street.

 

Time for you guys to chime in. I know nashviet has his hands full right now, but is a leader in Sylvan Park.

Thanks for the welcome and reply!  The Blue Moon is a fun place during the summer.  I love to catch Annie Sellick when she plays there, and it's also a great lunch spot to kayak to from my dock.  The food is average and a little overpriced, but I go for the atmosphere.  And drinks :-)  

I absolutely agree that Charlotte needs to be cleaned up and made more attractive to walkers and bikers.  Work is planned for the Nashville West area, and Planet Fitness was a good addition, but the area between the two is what borders my neighborhood, and the only thing going on there is additional paycheck and title loan businesses, which really cheapen the feel of the area.     

I moved here from Hillsboro Village where we had a great council-woman, but district 20 has Buddy Baker, who hasn't been responsive to any of my emails or calls and is not popular with the neighbors.  He did relent at the last minute and vote in favor of backyard hens---but only after getting his Sunday beer bill passed.  The man has priorities...  I've worked with UCAN on the hen bill, and also with Hillsboro Village when they downzoned to keep additional duplexes out, but again, there were responsive council people involved with both issues.  Drive down Ashwood (between Natchez and 21st) in the Village and you'll see what happened when the historical conservation overlay wasn't extended past Blair until this year.  Builders came in and did their thing, destroying the charm of the street---which is one of the reasons that I moved.  9 new $800k to over a million dollar houses totally changed the personality of the street I moved to 15 years ago.   What kind of overlays did you have in mind when you mentioned them?  

Robertson Road is also in need of some cleaning up.  It's got sidewalks and a handful of well cared for homes, but it's not a street that feels safe at night or is attractive to drive down.  Given its great proximity to Briley and I40, and even White Bridge Rd, it's a very convenient area to get around the city from, so I'm surprised that nothing has happened with it.  The main drawback is lots of truck traffic from Reostone Quarry, but that's less intrusive than living along train tracks.      

[Davidson West: Bellevue, Bordeaux, Green Hills, MetroCenter, Nations, N Nashville]

This blog name begins with Charlotte Park, but I don't see any mention of the area other than the fact that the area of Charlotte between WBR and Walmart will be difficult to develop because it's only two lanes.  I have to admit that it's not a very exciting part of West Nashville, but the former Ford Glass plant area does have some good points: sidewalks on many streets, low taxes, affordable/durable brick homes, quiet, low traffic...      

I know it's all speculation, but I'm wondering if anyone has any thoughts about how the Charlotte Park area will do in the near future.  I own (and live on) riverfront property that overlooks the Cumberland River and Bells Bend and am seriously considering a move, but since I did a fairly extensive reno on the place, it will be hard to get all of my money out of it.  My dilemma is whether to sit tight and wait or get out now and take my losses.