Troost developments

Discuss items in the urban core outside of Downtown as described above. Everything in the core including the east side (18th & Vine area), Northeast, Plaza, Westport, Brookside, Valentine, Waldo, 39th street, & the entire midtown area.
User avatar
Midtownkid
Broadway Square
Broadway Square
Posts: 2991
Joined: Tue Oct 15, 2002 4:27 pm
Location: Roanoke, KCMO

Re: Troost developments

Post by Midtownkid »

brewcrew1000 wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 10:53 am Oddly Correct relocating to 42/Troost
They cited a need for more space as a reason to move. I wonder if they are also being priced out because the streetcar extension is creating a rent hike? I love that little building they are in. Hope none of those buildings get torn down at the intersection. It is such a beautiful little intersection.
User avatar
chaglang
Bryant Building
Bryant Building
Posts: 4132
Joined: Wed Jan 04, 2012 12:44 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by chaglang »

Wonder if that helps to bring some life to the apparently-vacant 3 story apartment catacorner from the new OC location.
User avatar
chrizow
Global Moderator
Global Moderator
Posts: 17157
Joined: Fri Aug 08, 2003 8:43 am

Re: Troost developments

Post by chrizow »

Isn't OC's current location owned by Redeemer? If so, given Redeemer's actions with the Katz bldg maybe they are cashing in on streetcar development. I would hate to see that corner lost but if it's in the service of something more dense then maybe it's ok.
shinatoo
Ambassador
Posts: 7393
Joined: Wed Jan 19, 2005 3:20 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by shinatoo »

I can't imagine anything adjacent a stop is going to stay single story for more than a decade. I'm assuming there will be a stop at that intersection. Didn't look it up.
User avatar
Midtownkid
Broadway Square
Broadway Square
Posts: 2991
Joined: Tue Oct 15, 2002 4:27 pm
Location: Roanoke, KCMO

Re: Troost developments

Post by Midtownkid »

I'd much rather see the CVS torn down and replaced by a larger building. The terracotta details and light fixtures on the Oddly Correct building are really great. If nothing else, hope they can save the shell and expand.

Image
User avatar
chaglang
Bryant Building
Bryant Building
Posts: 4132
Joined: Wed Jan 04, 2012 12:44 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by chaglang »

Redeemer does own the current OC location. AFAIK the Katz building was sold because Redeemer couldn't find a permanent, rent-generating use for the building and the utilities and upkeep were unsustainable.
User avatar
FangKC
City Hall
City Hall
Posts: 18142
Joined: Sat Jul 26, 2003 10:02 pm
Location: Old Northeast -- Indian Mound

Re: Troost developments

Post by FangKC »

Midtownkid wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:45 pm I'd much rather see the CVS torn down and replaced by a larger building. The terracotta details and light fixtures on the Oddly Correct building are really great. If nothing else, hope they can save the shell and expand.

Image
I would also hate to lose the Jack 'O Lantern Ballroom behind those retail stores. It was originally known as Morton Hall. The actress Joan Crawford used to go dancing there with friends. It was also home to Westport Ballet for a time.

http://midtownkcpost.com/do-you-remembe ... in-street/
Battle lines are being drawn to determine the fate of the Westport Ballet School and Theatre's home, a historic building where Allied Forces commanders gathered to celebrate the Liberty Memorial's dedication after World War I.
https://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/ ... tory2.html

The ballroom is behind the retail stores.

https://www.google.com/maps/@39.0557828 ... 8192?hl=en

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Gold ... 7651?hl=en
User avatar
grovester
Oak Tower
Oak Tower
Posts: 4560
Joined: Thu Mar 13, 2008 7:30 pm
Location: KC Metro

Re: Troost developments

Post by grovester »

FangKC wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 5:28 pm
Midtownkid wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 12:45 pm I'd much rather see the CVS torn down and replaced by a larger building. The terracotta details and light fixtures on the Oddly Correct building are really great. If nothing else, hope they can save the shell and expand.

Image
I would also hate to lose the Jack 'O Lantern Ballroom behind those retail stores. It was originally known as Morton Hall. The actress Joan Crawford used to go dancing there with friends. It was also home to Westport Ballet for a time.

http://midtownkcpost.com/do-you-remembe ... in-street/
Battle lines are being drawn to determine the fate of the Westport Ballet School and Theatre's home, a historic building where Allied Forces commanders gathered to celebrate the Liberty Memorial's dedication after World War I.
https://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/ ... tory2.html

The ballroom is behind the retail stores.

https://www.google.com/maps/@39.0557828 ... 8192?hl=en

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Gold ... 7651?hl=en
Holy crap! What's the space being used for currently?
User avatar
beautyfromashes
One Park Place
One Park Place
Posts: 7189
Joined: Mon Mar 21, 2005 11:04 am

Re: Troost developments

Post by beautyfromashes »

grovester wrote: Fri Jan 22, 2021 7:58 pm Holy crap! What's the space being used for currently?
Used to be a ballet/dance studio. Was much more visible before the CVS was built. Perhaps, it will be visible more again if they ever tear it down.
User avatar
FangKC
City Hall
City Hall
Posts: 18142
Joined: Sat Jul 26, 2003 10:02 pm
Location: Old Northeast -- Indian Mound

Re: Troost developments

Post by FangKC »

Holy Redeemer Church used to rent it out for wedding receptions and events. I assume they still do.
User avatar
chaglang
Bryant Building
Bryant Building
Posts: 4132
Joined: Wed Jan 04, 2012 12:44 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by chaglang »

KCtoBrooklyn wrote: Fri Jul 31, 2020 12:46 pm KC Star article on the Faris Farassati development for 45th and Troost:

https://www.kansascity.com/news/busines ... 51847.html
He is proposing the construction of two, five-story buildings, to house about 100 apartments and commercial space. That would include Farassati’s company, which publishes a journal for cancer research.
Zach Nelson, with Kansas City planning and development, said the City Plan Commission was presented with the project last week.

“Staff has encouraged the applicant to have additional discussions with the neighborhood and to also submit additional plans before this can move forward,” Nelson said, adding that he is unsure when the commission will put the project on their agenda again.

Sterrett said the development team plans to build the project in two phases, and work with neighbors on the designs for both buildings. Then it would take a final design plan to the commission.
Image

The article focusses on the neighborhood opposition (which I think is pretty much limited to just the properties behind this development). Objections over the height and lack of parking. The developer expects apartments to be rented for under $1,000. If the size was decreased and more parking provided, then the complaints would be over affordability/gentrification. At least it sounds like Manheim Park is behind the project.

I would think that the building fire from the homeless camp on this site would push some neighbors more toward supporting this project.

I think this may end up like the MAC four corners project. The process may get drawn out due to some neighborhood objections, but it should still get done. I think there is enough support and desire for development on Troost, that it can push past a few noisy NIMBYs.
This is headed back to CPC on 2/16 for zoning envelope approval. Hyde Parkers are still doing Hyde Park things - namely demanding parking in excess of city requirements. And the building is still too tall for them. They're also convinced that the project will eventually become subsidized and poor people will live there. (But otherwise they're strongly pro-affordable housing).
dukuboy1
Alameda Tower
Alameda Tower
Posts: 1031
Joined: Sat Jan 04, 2020 12:02 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by dukuboy1 »

Interesting. Will they offer any market rate? I can understand the slight fear, as if they have lived there long enough they know the history and seen the neighborhoods turn. It's coming back strong which is awesome for everyone, but trying to ensure the long term stability of the neighborhood
User avatar
chaglang
Bryant Building
Bryant Building
Posts: 4132
Joined: Wed Jan 04, 2012 12:44 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by chaglang »

AFAIK the units are market rate but would be fall below affordable thresholds.

That said, a percentage of subsidized units is emphatically not jeopardizing the stability of anything.
User avatar
normalthings
Mark Twain Tower
Mark Twain Tower
Posts: 8018
Joined: Mon Mar 30, 2015 9:52 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by normalthings »

Appears that this Zoning Compliance Report was requested for Maracto. Is Milhaus selling it off?
tskev
Ambassador
Posts: 89
Joined: Wed Jan 20, 2016 5:42 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by tskev »

Maybe that's in relation to the commercial space? I believe they signed a tenant
User avatar
normalthings
Mark Twain Tower
Mark Twain Tower
Posts: 8018
Joined: Mon Mar 30, 2015 9:52 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by normalthings »

Apartment building next to KCPD Central Patrol (only other building left on the block) has a zoning compliance letter out. Indicates the building is under contract and/or in DD.
moderne
Oak Tower
Oak Tower
Posts: 5496
Joined: Fri Sep 03, 2004 2:50 pm
Location: Mount Hope

Re: Troost developments

Post by moderne »

It's a grand old high rise with tremendous redevelopment potential, especially now with the Troost Village redevelopment adjacent. The skyline views to the north are epic.
User avatar
FangKC
City Hall
City Hall
Posts: 18142
Joined: Sat Jul 26, 2003 10:02 pm
Location: Old Northeast -- Indian Mound

Re: Troost developments

Post by FangKC »

What is it with the City needing to level almost an entire block for a police station?

https://www.google.com/maps/@39.0675418 ... !1e3?hl=en
kboish
Hotel President
Hotel President
Posts: 3258
Joined: Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:25 am
Location: West Plaza

Re: Troost developments

Post by kboish »

Economic development
User avatar
normalthings
Mark Twain Tower
Mark Twain Tower
Posts: 8018
Joined: Mon Mar 30, 2015 9:52 pm

Re: Troost developments

Post by normalthings »

FangKC wrote: Wed Mar 17, 2021 12:57 am What is it with the City needing to level almost an entire block for a police station?

https://www.google.com/maps/@39.0675418 ... !1e3?hl=en
Could be worse. They could have leveled multiple like east patrol.
Post Reply