I do give off that vibe.threeonefour wrote:The Central Scrutinizer wrote:Or they know that you're down with them and understand their issues, unlike the rest of white society.Doug wrote:I've walked across Truman many times at all hours and never ran into problems. Perhaps it's because I am white and they won't mess with me as they know the law will smack down quickly?
I believe a plan was floated for that parcel of land a few years ago, but it never went anywhere. I look forward to seeing what the developer has proposed. A new mixed-use building on that lot would be very exciting for the neighborhood.stldotage wrote:A new, two-story building at the southeast corner of Park and Mississippi is on this month's Preservation Board agenda. This should make for a much more cohesive business district with a "Main Street" vibe.
I remember parking on Park Avenue 8 or so years ago and thinking it seemed kind of desolate. Look at it now!
Multi-story development on Park in the business district is consistant with original buildings there that are 3 story but more importantly, have large mass. They are far more massive than even the largest residence in the Square. But don't think that all of the new buildings are embraced with open arms. The building on the North sid eof Park that houses the Firehouse restaruant is large and ugly and barely met standards. IT's an object of derision even though the interio condos are nice living spaces.Alex Ihnen wrote:^ I've heard similar perspectives from current residents, but how does that jive with all the new multi-story construction on Park? I'm guessing residents were in favor of that and other developments. Maybe they're just saying "no more." Oh, and if you're a resident of Lafayette Square and I've driven down your street and you don't live on Park then it's likely only because I couldn't figure out how the hell to get where I was going because of all the blocked-off streets. Open them up!!!!
20 year resident here. If you can get into Laf Square, the best 'nabe in the city, you'd be right to do it. But I will say don't borrow to the hilt to buy a house here, the market has reached its peak.holden wrote: You're a 2 year resident of the square so I'd certainly like to hear your input...
Looks good: http://www.stlouis.missouri.org/citygov ... G23_10.pdfstldotage wrote:A new, two-story building at the southeast corner of Park and Mississippi is on this month's Preservation Board agenda. This should make for a much more cohesive business district with a "Main Street" vibe.
I remember parking on Park Avenue 8 or so years ago and thinking it seemed kind of desolate. Look at it now!
I understand the small business owners' concerns, but here's something to consider. There are potentially useful unpaved lots on either side of Dolamn 1/2 block north of Park Ave, including the entire east side of the block above the previously mentioned brick warehouse at Park & Dolman.jmstokes wrote:I think to the east, sad as it may be to say, you'll begin to hear complaints about parking from existing businesses. On a Friday or Saturday this area is already completely jammed with cars - though there is more than ample parking around the park and on side streets.
Removing the large lot along park between 18th and Dolman would be trouble, though I also agree that it would benefit the street.
Doug, you are absolutley right that a fence doesn't keep anyone out of Lafayette Square nor is it supposed to.Doug wrote:I will be back again in November to check out this fence. My girlfriend said it was completed. What crime exactly comes into Lafayette Square and how do fences prevent it? I lived there for 6 months and experienced nothing, while a fence seems similar to arguing Metrolink will bring crime to St. Charles. A fence isn't going to stop someone from walking over on the sidewalk, or driving, and breaking into your house. It conveys the message "you don't belong here" but criminals are not going to care. Racist and ineffective.
Why don't the affluent residents of Lafayette Square open a food co-op or get that farmers market going? Put it in one of the grassy lots on Park south of the Hospital's fenced parking lot. Perhaps if Lafayette Square made literal and symbolic connections to the surrounding neighborhoods the "situation" would improve? I suppose many of those who rebuilt Lafayette Square in the 60's and 70's either moved away or perhaps forgot what community development means? Collaboration would be more effective than walls.
Small village. It's in the City which is supposed to be the heart of the region. It should not be isolated, detached, disconnected, "a small village." If you want a small village then move to Dutzow or Augusta. Or go all the way! Privatize the streets, gate all of them, and see how much fun you have by yourself.
This project is dead. The developer couldn't get funding. Developer selling her tonwhouse in the Square and moving to antoher state.stldotage wrote:A new, two-story building at the southeast corner of Park and Mississippi is on this month's Preservation Board agenda. This should make for a much more cohesive business district with a "Main Street" vibe.
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