NEW ORLEANS | Project/Development Thread

[BlueDot]

Originally Posted by NOLAslimm

when it was still going to be Harrahs there was a pool in the plans, I heard Caesars was supposed to have one but being they are way over budget, looks like they nixed the pool

Will the Harrah’s hotel be changing its name as well ?

[onlyinnola]

I was afraid of that. A Nobu hotel without a pool isn’t a great indication of the quality of this rebrand.

[NOLAslimm]

Originally Posted by BlueDot

Will the Harrah’s hotel be changing its name as well ?

yep, full property rebrand to Caesars, now when will they remodel the original hotel, unsure but it needs it...are they going to spend money on Fulton like the original plans, I dont know, ill ask the GM next time I see him

whats odd is that when it Harrahs was built, they always had plans for a 2nd hotel with a spa and a pool, never happened, now they had the chance and still no pool


what we do know is that the new Hotel and casino is expected to be rebranded and open by labor day with the main objective is ready for SuperBowl

[BlueDot]

Originally Posted by NOLAslimm

yep, full property rebrand to Caesars, now when will they remodel the original hotel, unsure but it needs it...are they going to spend money on Fulton like the original plans, I dont know, ill ask the GM next time I see him

whats odd is that when it Harrahs was built, they always had plans for a 2nd hotel with a spa and a pool, never happened, now they had the chance and still no pool


what we do know is that the new Hotel and casino is expected to be rebranded and open by labor day with the main objective is ready for SuperBowl

They probably had to scrap it due to rising construction cost.

[NOLAslimm]

Originally Posted by BlueDot

They probably had to scrap it due to rising construction cost.

that was my thinking, it started out at $325mil and by the time work started as covid hit and delayed them, the cost is well over $400mil right now. my friend who passed away few months ago not only worked for Harrahs but up until he died, he was inspecting the place, said they are pinching pennies right now and cut corners on a few things he had seen

[BlueDot]

Any updates on the Superdome and its renovation ( I was in the minority of wanting a new stadium)? But the ole girl really is legendary; so a massive renovation was probably the best option for the NFL, Saints, the city and the state.

[sooperpaz]

• 600 Decatur St: Renovation at Jax Brewery - Permit # 23-34653-RNVN issued 3/4/2024 by Jackson Brewery Millhouse LLC for $2177602
• 3800 Howard Ave: Electric work at Five O Fore Golf - Permit # 24-02393-SERV issued 3/7/2024 by Yang QI Holdings LLC for $2348696
• 27 McAlister Dr [Irby Hall]: Replacement of Irby Hall at Tulane - Permit # 23-17565-NEWC issued 3/7/2024 by Administrators of The Tulane Educ Fund for $49922155
• 2400 Wall Aly: Replacement of Paterson Hall at Tulane - Permit # 23-17614-NEWC issued 3/7/2024 by Administrators of The Tulane Educ Fund for $41711867
• 5770 Read Blvd: Renovation of former Lowes in the East to Goodwill - Permit # 23-32261-RNVS issued 3/13/2024 by Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Loui for $5679043
• 1100 Ursulines Ave: New hotel in former tattoo shop on Rampart and Ursulines - Permit # 23-01927-RNVS issued 3/20/2024 by Clint A Lacour for $1188020
• 300 Henderson St, 350 Henderson St, 355 Henderson St, 102 Henderson St, 1456 Tchoupitoulas St, 1400 Tchoupitoulas St, 1500 Tchoupitoulas St, 301 Race St, 300 Race St, 425 Race St, 400 Race St, 1301 Convention Center Blvd: Engineering work on River District lots - Permit # 23-26700-NEWC issued 3/20/2024 by Ernest N Morial Convention Center for $8000000
• 241 Bourbon St: New hotel in former Bourbon Cowboy bar - Permit # 22-30621-RNVS issued 3/20/2024 by 241 Holdings LLC, et al for $1500000
• 1515 Poydras St Ste 500: Accessory structure permit for 1515 Poydras - Permit # 23-17731-ACCS issued 3/21/2024 by East Skelly LLC for $2409616
• 1008 N Peters St: Renovation of French Market admin offices (former WWOZ) - Permit # 22-36401-RNVS issued 3/27/2024 by for $6633000
• 1 Canal St: Continued renovation at the aquarium - Permit # 23-34041-RNVN issued 3/28/2024 by Of The Americas Aquarium for $1031580
• 1010 Common St: Mechanical work at 1010 Common (dual-brand hotel under development) - Permit # 24-06667-HVAC issued 3/28/2024 by 1010 Common LLC for $14630028
• 2021 Lakeshore Dr: Renovation at UNO's Research and Technology campus - Permit # 23-28621-RNVN issued 3/28/2024 by Uno Research & Technology Foundation Inc for $638858
• 2219 Lakeshore Dr: Renovation at UNO's Research and Technology campus - Permit # 23-28629-RNVN issued 3/28/2024 by Uno Research & Technology Foundation Inc for $811536
• 2000 Lakeshore Dr: New construction at UNO's Research and Technology campus - Permit # 24-04002-NEWC issued 3/28/2024 by The University of New Orleans for $2183342
• 150 Broadway St: Renovation at Lambeth House - Permit # 23-32101-RNVS issued 3/28/2024 by Lambeth House Inc Muffin Balart for $651243

[broadmoor]

Originally Posted by BlueDot

Any updates on the Superdome and its renovation ( I was in the minority of wanting a new stadium)? But the ole girl really is legendary; so a massive renovation was probably the best option for the NFL, Saints, the city and the state.

Pretty sure no news is good news on that one. They should be on schedule, and I'm sure we'll see promotional photos when it's done.

[Blitzen]

Finally they are discussing doing something with them:

https://www.wdsu.com/article/french-...dings/60312889

[kingque]

Originally Posted by Blitzen

Finally they are discussing doing something with them:

https://www.wdsu.com/article/french-...dings/60312889

I always laugh when I listen to people's reasoning behind why something shouldn't be build on a surface parking lot. You build it NOW before you need it. Anything is better than a surface parking lot, especially when it adds more parking.

Build it.

[kingque]

Source: https://bizneworleans.com/survey-n-o...itys-problems/

I was browsing around and noticed this article. It was published about a week ago and it's centered around asking executive members of various entities around the metro what they believe are the biggest challenges and opportunities going forward.

Major kudos to those that have the intelligence and wisdom to understand that economic development and infrastructure improvement are THE key areas that need the most focus. Crime is going to be crime and nothing will ever stop it, because people have different motives for why they partake in it. And trust me when I tell you, it's uncommon that people commit crimes because they don't have a dollar in their pocket OR can't work to get one.

[Chris from N.O.]

Originally Posted by kingque

Source: https://bizneworleans.com/survey-n-o...itys-problems/

I was browsing around and noticed this article. It was published about a week ago and it's centered around asking executive members of various entities around the metro what they believe are the biggest challenges and opportunities going forward.

Major kudos to those that have the intelligence and wisdom to understand that economic development and infrastructure improvement are THE key areas that need the most focus. Crime is going to be crime and nothing will ever stop it, because people have different motives for why they partake in it. And trust me when I tell you, it's uncommon that people commit crimes because they don't have a dollar in their pocket OR can't work to get one.

Still doesn't mean we have to accept any and all proposals. That reflects your pessimism about the city. Not other people's.

[kingque]

Originally Posted by Chris from N.O.

Still doesn't mean we have to accept any and all proposals. That reflects your pessimism about the city. Not other people's.

The projection is strong with this one. You have a weird infatuation with me and I don't remember ever speaking to you. At least this time around you addressed me directly and didn't operate like a bozo with a passive aggressive comment.

I have an OPTIMISTIC view of the city. That's why I'm always here pushing the positive about the city to go against what the true pessimists say. Hence why I always preach to BUILD BUILD BUILD. The true pessimists are the ones that say "it'll never work" and that's the majority of the people in the city. You're delusional if you think otherwise. You can take a look at one of my posts from a few days ago talking about the metro area's growth when it comes to economic activity. Go ahead, search all of my posts and let me know which one is me being pessimistic about the overall potential of the city. I'll wait.

Regarding the "accept any and all proposals", I wouldn't want a strip club or a liquor store being built on vacant land just because it's something. Use your brain and understand that when someone says "anything" it's not literal. I know you're smart enough to do that. Then again, no I don't. You're just a person on a message board that I will never and would never speak to in real life.

Good day!

[broadmoor]

RTA's annual report is out: https://www.norta.com/getmedia/5509d...rt_for-web.pdf

[Chris from N.O.]

Originally Posted by kingque

The projection is strong with this one. You have a weird infatuation with me and I don't remember ever speaking to you. At least this time around you addressed me directly and didn't operate like a bozo with a passive aggressive comment.

I have an OPTIMISTIC view of the city. That's why I'm always here pushing the positive about the city to go against what the true pessimists say. Hence why I always preach to BUILD BUILD BUILD. The true pessimists are the ones that say "it'll never work" and that's the majority of the people in the city. You're delusional if you think otherwise. You can take a look at one of my posts from a few days ago talking about the metro area's growth when it comes to economic activity. Go ahead, search all of my posts and let me know which one is me being pessimistic about the overall potential of the city. I'll wait.

Regarding the "accept any and all proposals", I wouldn't want a strip club or a liquor store being built on vacant land just because it's something. Use your brain and understand that when someone says "anything" it's not literal. I know you're smart enough to do that. Then again, no I don't. You're just a person on a frickin message board that I will never and would never speak to in real life.

Not reading all that crap but you live in Atlanta. And I don't have an infatuation with you I just find you particularly annoying.

[kingque]

Originally Posted by BlueDot

Any updates on the Superdome and its renovation ( I was in the minority of wanting a new stadium)? But the ole girl really is legendary; so a massive renovation was probably the best option for the NFL, Saints, the city and the state.

I love the Dome. I wish they could somehow convert it so that it has a retractable roof.

[BlueDot]

Come on there’s no need for fighting guys- this is a place for positive news and developments. That’s how we lost tennis. Anyways I’m surprised they didn’t try to modernize the Domes roof; they probably didn’t want to reach the $1 billion price tag.

[Chris from N.O.]

Originally Posted by BlueDot

Come on there’s no need for fighting guys- this is a place for positive news and developments. That’s how we lost tennis. Anyways I’m surprised they didn’t try to modernize the Domes roof; they probably didn’t want to reach the $1 billion price tag.

Come on man you're the new guy. And you don't add anything. You just ask questions all day

[BlueDot]

Originally Posted by Chris from N.O.

Come on man you're the new guy. And you don't add anything. You just ask questions all day

Because I don’t live in the city; but I love it and want to see it get on the same level of Houston, Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville etc. That’s why I ask questions and post in here.

[Chris from N.O.]

Originally Posted by BlueDot

Because I don’t live in the city; but I love it and want to see it get on the same level of Houston, Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville etc. That’s why I ask questions and post in here.

Okay well fair enough but I don't think you're absolved of any guilt in running tennis off.