Saskatoon Construction III

[WoodlandCritter]

Originally Posted by Ricopedra

I can't believe this proposal is from NP, as it looks pretty good, comparatively. But to call it subpar in Saskatoon, on a noisy corner, while using concrete, stone and brick instead of wood, stucco and tin, is ridiculous. Do better with your own resources, Mate! I hope this goes through. (Remember the original plan for 5 corners?)

Haha ok champ

[Ricopedra]

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[prairieguy]

Originally Posted by justabusinessstudent

Hi Prairie Guy,
When I was there about two weeks ago, the doors of the outlet to the left of the Save-On-Foods did have the license/application posted stating that that space was going to be developed into a liquor store. Might be worth checking out again - I know that it was originally supposed to be a liquor store so unless something has changed recently, it just seems like they're taking their time with the development. Maybe an Urban Cellars? I know they're hiring for a Store Manager on Indeed right now.

That is great news...I will have to look for the posting next time I am there! I will be able to walk for my vino now!!! Hope they have a 'growler' station too!

[Arts]

Originally Posted by Ricopedra

I can't believe this proposal is from NP, as it looks pretty good, comparatively. But to call it subpar in Saskatoon, on a noisy corner, while using concrete, stone and brick instead of wood, stucco and tin, is ridiculous. Do better with your own resources, Mate! I hope this goes through. (Remember the original plan for 5 corners?)

I agree, and of the few people that I've read feedback from about this proposal I'm a little surprised by the negativity... it's not in the public realm the way the Remai gallery or the Traffic bridge are, if you don't like it the style or the finishes then don't buy a unit in it. The only thing really open to public scrutiny is those factors that affect the zoning; usage, occupancy, footprint size and height. IMO there is nothing noteworthy about the location that demands any kind of landmark project, and if there is how come we weren't demanding to use public funds towards something there for the past few years?

[WoodlandCritter]

Originally Posted by Arts

I agree, and of the few people that I've read feedback from about this proposal I'm a little surprised by the negativity... it's not in the public realm the way the Remai gallery or the Traffic bridge are, if you don't like it the style or the finishes then don't buy a unit in it. The only thing really open to public scrutiny is those factors that affect the zoning; usage, occupancy, footprint size and height. IMO there is nothing noteworthy about the location that demands any kind of landmark project, and if there is how come we weren't demanding to use public funds towards something there for the past few years?

All cool, differing opinions on city planning/zoning/architecture. Just as I think the Traffic Bridge is not a landmark in the city. Have zero intention of buying there you are correct.

[Arts]

Originally Posted by WoodlandCritter

All cool, differing opinions on city planning/zoning/architecture. Just as I think the Traffic Bridge is not a landmark in the city. Have zero intention of buying there you are correct.

I think the Traffic bridge location is of historic note, the new bridge could have been a landmark design in it's own right, but what we ended up building was definitely no landmark, just a mediocre bridge that can't handle much traffic and looks like it might be old but at least has nice wide sidewalks for pedestrians and cyclists.

[WoodlandCritter]

Originally Posted by Arts

I think the Traffic bridge location is of historic note, the new bridge could have been a landmark design in it's own right, but what we ended up building was definitely no landmark, just a mediocre bridge that can't handle much traffic and looks like it might be old but at least has nice wide sidewalks for pedestrians and cyclists.

I agree.

[Echoes]

Image from StarPhoenix:



https://twitter.com/TheStarPhoenix/s...04514878418944

[saskatoon artist]

Originally Posted by Echoes

Image from StarPhoenix:



https://twitter.com/TheStarPhoenix/s...04514878418944

Beautiful building a worth addition to our city scape, hope to see this get built soon.

[Echoes]

Smith Block progress:



https://twitter.com/TylerRittinger?r...Ctwgr%5Eauthor

[Wyku]

Originally Posted by Arts

I think the Traffic bridge location is of historic note, the new bridge could have been a landmark design in it's own right, but what we ended up building was definitely no landmark, just a mediocre bridge that can't handle much traffic and looks like it might be old but at least has nice wide sidewalks for pedestrians and cyclists.

Not to mention the horrible looking guard rails that don't match what was proposed (i.e. the same colour as the bridge).

[Wyku]

Originally Posted by djforsberg

I'm not too familiar with that area of Saskatoon, but I know there is a liquor store planned for the Golden Mile in Regina that has been taking awhile to get started. You will notice however, that liquor licenses will very soon be able to switch hands freely and I think that both of these of places were waiting for that to happen before proceeding with development. Essentially, the liquor license for a small off sale could move to someone who wants to build a larger, stand-alone store elsewhere. That must be what is happening here (barring any issues with municipal zoning).

This must be what's happening with the Superstore in Confed as my friend who works there says they're building a new area *INSIDE* the store for a new liquor store which was surprising to me since I hadn't heard of this swapping of liquor permits that seemed to break in the news today and Loblaws wasn't in on the last batch of private liquor store permits, as well as of course the issue of it not being a stand alone building. It sounded like it would be walled off, but with an entrance from within the store (as well as outside?)--I haven't seen exactly what it looks like yet though.

[mitchellk12]

Originally Posted by Wyku

This must be what's happening with the Superstore in Confed as my friend who works there says they're building a new area *INSIDE* the store for a new liquor store which was surprising to me since I hadn't heard of this swapping of liquor permits that seemed to break in the news today and Loblaws wasn't in on the last batch of private liquor store permits, as well as of course the issue of it not being a stand alone building. It sounded like it would be walled off, but with an entrance from within the store (as well as outside?)--I haven't seen exactly what it looks like yet though.

Hmm interesting, i havent heard anything. i know the Dennis YIG in rosewood/boychuk has a liqour store that was just recently built ( or in progress ) Ill email the management there and see whats going on

[Arts]

Originally Posted by Wyku

Not to mention the horrible looking guard rails that don't match what was proposed (i.e. the same colour as the bridge).

For the record, I wasn't attempting to rehash the whole traffic bridge debate, but rather that what was chosen was truly the general public's right to decide upon, and scrutinize, we put our trust in our elected officials and the expertise of appointed professionals they've authorized, to manage this on our behalf... and that was the best they could come up with, rather than risk offending a few they chose to underwhelm everyone. But private developments like the corner of Clarence and College we don't really get at all the same kind of right to criticize - we don't own that.

[TheCricket]

Does anyone know what is going into the Safeway parking lot in University Heights? Construction is afoot.

[Echoes]

New 17-floor commercial and condo tower planned for primo Broadway Avenue spot
Urban Capital and Victory Majors eye 112 condos and three below-grade parking levels

Guy Quenneville · CBC News · Posted: Sep 20, 2018 4:05 PM CT | Last Updated: 32 minutes ago

Two of the companies involved in Saskatoon's River Landing development have confirmed they're also planning a 17-floor tower in a prominent spot in the city's Broadway district.

Urban Capital and Victory Majors are scheduled to hold a public information meeting about the project on Oct. 10.

They want to build in a vacant lot, recently used as a parking lot, next to the Broadway Roastery.

The proposal calls for two floors of commercial space and 15 floors above that for 112 condos, plus three floors of underground parking with room for 122 parking stalls.

Some residents received a notice about the meeting in the mail Thursday.

News of the proposal comes on the heels of a public information session last week about a different condo development project from North Prairie Developments.

That project, pitched as 12 floors of condos and four layers of underground parking, is eyed for the corner of Clarence Avenue and College Drive near the south exit of the University Bridge.

[....]

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saska...cial-1.4832296

[saskatoonborn]

1st off this is good news for the city and a great location, I am looking forward to the renderings.

I do think that the tower would be a bit high, maybe 14 would be better. Try to not build up to high outside of downtown. Admittingly thats just my own flimsy and silly bias. I am just glad that both those office towers are going up at River Landing and hopefully another (WTC or River Quarry).

[mitchellk12]

Ill be attending that public meeting. I dont live in the area, but since i manage the extra foods, thinking it may be good to sit in on it.

But pretty exciting though. I always thought it was 14-15 storeys max for that parcel. 17 works for me but i can see council asking a minimal reduction.

[Echoes]

Originally Posted by mitchellk12

Ill be attending that public meeting. I dont live in the area, but since i manage the extra foods, thinking it may be good to sit in on it.

But pretty exciting though. I always thought it was 14-15 storeys max for that parcel. 17 works for me but i can see council asking a minimal reduction.

If this meeting is as dominated by NIMBYs as last week's, and you were so inclined, it might be worth commenting at the meeting that a small scale grocery store like the Extra Foods is likely to benefit from the added local customer base. I'm sure people around there value having that store, so it might shift their perspective just a bit.

[mitchellk12]

Originally Posted by Echoes

If this meeting is as dominated by NIMBYs as last week's, and you were so inclined, it might be worth commenting at the meeting that a small scale grocery store like the Extra Foods is likely to benefit from the added local customer base. I'm sure people around there value having that store, so it might shift their perspective just a bit.

Theres alot in a ten block radius of the store.
- meridan 7 storey condo
- parcel Y river landing towers
- proposed baydo tower beside me
- proposed urban capital 17 storey tower
- proposed 12 storey NPD

Id like to talk about those developments and the benefits also, but is it a good idea to just mention them to make this new Urban Capital proposal seem good? Thoughts? Anyone have anything for me that i should bring, if nobody else is planning on attending.