United Gulf towers | ~90m | 27 fl | Approved

[Wishblade]

Originally Posted by Keith P.

For anything over 65 meters, yes. Ridiculous.

Well, are there any restrictions on downtown Dartmouth? I'm sure that could accomodate some high rises, and no viewplanes from citadel hill

[skyscraper_1]

Originally Posted by Wishblade

Well, are there any restrictions on downtown Dartmouth? I'm sure that could accomodate some high rises, and no viewplanes from citadel hill

No doubt someone at a public meeting will pipe up about the possibility of seeing the highrise from the north-east quadrant of Sullivan's pond or something....

[Keith P.]

Originally Posted by skyscraper_1

No doubt someone at a public meeting will pipe up about the possibility of seeing the highrise from the north-east quadrant of Sullivan's pond or something....

There was discussion a while back during the King's Wharf thread about a viewplane in Dartmouth planning bylaws from Brightwood golf course. I kid you not.

[Helladog]

Any movement on this development? It'd be a shame if it doesn't get built. I see it as one of the most interesting designs in Hfx since Purdy's Wharf.

[sdm]

Originally Posted by Helladog

Any movement on this development? It'd be a shame if it doesn't get built. I see it as one of the most interesting designs in Hfx since Purdy's Wharf.

The site is now being operated as a parking lot, so needless to say no, nothing apparent. Its going into winter and winter construction is unlikely, so therefore we have to wait till spring. I have a great feeling this building will never become a part of Halifax;shame. I hope my feeling is wrong though.

[Wishblade]

Originally Posted by sdm

The site is now being operated as a parking lot, so needless to say no, nothing apparent. Its going into winter and winter construction is unlikely, so therefore we have to wait till spring. I have a great feeling this building will never become a part of Halifax;shame. I hope my feeling is wrong though.

Well, United Gulf maintains that it will be built, and they will begin once they get The Waterton over with (atleast thats what I heard). So we'll see what happens I guess.

[Spitfire75]

And considering they're still on the first Waterton tower, I wouldn't expect to see this project start this year.

[sdm]

Originally Posted by Wishblade

Well, United Gulf maintains that it will be built, and they will begin once they get The Waterton over with (atleast thats what I heard). So we'll see what happens I guess.

Hopefully your right, but you would expect them to be at least trying to pre sell them, don;t you think. I highly doubt they will build on spec hoping for buyers.

[worldlyhaligonian]

The Waterton is so attractive and not even half complete. This is a positive IMO because it speaks to the quality of UG development and financially benefits the developer. It tops Armoury Square or Gladstone Ridge easily.

I have more faith in UG delivering downtown now.

[worldlyhaligonian]

And they are moving fast on the Waterton, I'm really impressed actually.

I hope we see cranes for International Centre in the near future!

[Takeo]

Bear in mind that the design we saw was nothing more than a sketch and an early conceptual model. Detailed architectural design on a project of this scale takes time. At least a year I would say... if not more. It's a long way from a few drawings and models to a full spec document (these things are like the size of phone books for a project this big) and set of finished and stamped construction drawings.

[sdm]

Originally Posted by Takeo

Bear in mind that the design we saw was nothing more than a sketch and an early conceptual model. Detailed architectural design on a project of this scale takes time. At least a year I would say... if not more. It's a long way from a few drawings and models to a full spec document (these things are like the size of phone books for a project this big) and set of finished and stamped construction drawings.

Takeo

What you said is correct, however it isn;t the hold up here.

[Takeo]

Originally Posted by sdm

Takeo

What you said is correct, however it isn;t the hold up here.

What is the holdup? Waterton? Are you saying that the design phase is done or close or well on it's way?

[sdm]

Originally Posted by Takeo

What is the holdup? Waterton? Are you saying that the design phase is done or close or well on it's way?

Holdup? I;ve heard they haven't decided to proceed.

[jasonashhh]

Geesh are you sure? i really wanted to see this development..

[sdm]

Originally Posted by jasonashhh

Geesh are you sure? i really wanted to see this development..

Well considering there is little activity on site, couple with the fact they need to break ground within 2 years i doubt it. Besides i think the recent economic conditions maybe making things tough. Construction costs are up 30-40% more the when a lot of these buildings were proposed.

I say Halkirk goes before this one.

[jasonashhh]

Originally Posted by sdm

Well considering there is little activity on site, couple with the fact they need to break ground within 2 years i doubt it. Besides i think the recent economic conditions maybe making things tough. Construction costs are up 30-40% more the when a lot of these buildings were proposed.

I say Halkirk goes before this one.

man o man....... when is the Halkirk sent to start?

[sdm]

Originally Posted by jasonashhh

man o man....... when is the Halkirk sent to start?

Good question, but considering it was just approve i figure they need to run full construction plans and costing then determine if its economically viable. Thereafter i believe they will pre-sell and if that is successful then they will start.

[Dmajackson]

Some pictures of the lot taken by me today;

[hfx_chris]

What a great hole, huh. Aren't we all glad the Heritage Trust is standing up for that?

Bless them.