The National Observer: Real Estate: Impact of tariffs on housing supply
The National Observer: Real Estate: Impact of tariffs on housing supply
Despite a 30-day pause on tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, many in homebuilding, construction and development say the tariffs as planned would inevitably increase the prices on key materials shipped from those countries and China.
Despite a 30-day pause on tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, many in homebuilding, construction and development say the tariffs as planned would inevitably increase the prices on key materials shipped from those countries and China. Read MoreBizjournals.com Feed (2022-04-02 21:43:57)
Despite a 30-day pause on tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, many in homebuilding, construction and development say the tariffs as planned would inevitably increase the prices on key materials shipped from those countries and China.
The National Observer: Real Estate: Impact of tariffs on housing supply
The National Observer: Real Estate: Impact of tariffs on housing supply
Despite a 30-day pause on tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, many in homebuilding, construction and development say the tariffs as planned would inevitably increase the prices on key materials shipped from those countries and China.
Despite a 30-day pause on tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, many in homebuilding, construction and development say the tariffs as planned would inevitably increase the prices on key materials shipped from those countries and China. Read MoreBizjournals.com Feed (2019-09-06 17:16:48)
Despite a 30-day pause on tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, many in homebuilding, construction and development say the tariffs as planned would inevitably increase the prices on key materials shipped from those countries and China.
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CBRE has arranged a $58 million senior loan and $9 million preferred equity investment to refinance The Blakely, a 420-unit multifamily community in Pendergrass, Georgia, 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta.
Blake Cohen and Charlie Clark with CBRE Capital Markets’ Debt & Structured Finance in Atlanta represented the borrower, ARC Multifamily Group, in the deals. Fannie Mae provided the five-year fixed rate and senior loan, and Pensam Capital is the preferred equity investor.
Located at 542 Glenn Gee Road, the community was built on a 40-acre site in four phases beginning in 2022 and completing in July 2023. It comprises 10 residential buildings with one, two, and three-bedroom floorplans averaging 1,059 square feet. Community amenities include a clubhouse, two resort-style pools, a gaming room, a fitness center, a barn park and spa, and EV charging.
Situated between I-85 and I-985 in Jackson County, the property benefits from the Atlanta Metro’s recent expansion.
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CBRE has arranged a $58 million senior loan and $9 million preferred equity investment to refinance The Blakely, a 420-unit multifamily community in Pendergrass, Georgia, 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta. Blake Cohen and Charlie Clark with CBRE Capital Markets’ Debt & Structured Finance in Atlanta represented the borrower, ARC Multifamily Group, in the deals. Fannie Mae provided the …
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CBRE has arranged a $58 million senior loan and $9 million preferred equity investment to refinance The Blakely, a 420-unit multifamily community in Pendergrass, Georgia, 30 minutes northeast of Atlanta. Blake Cohen and Charlie Clark with CBRE Capital Markets’ Debt & Structured Finance in Atlanta represented the borrower, ARC Multifamily Group, in the deals. Fannie Mae provided the …
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Mall’s sweeping redevelopment takes step closer to reality
Mall’s sweeping redevelopment takes step closer to reality
Mall’s sweeping redevelopment takes step closer to reality
Josh Green
Thu, 02/06/2025 – 08:11
Extreme makeover plans for an ailing Gainesville mall are moving much more quickly than similar proposals across metro Atlanta.
Just two months after it was announced, the 49-acre, mixed-use redevelopment of 1970s-era Lakeshore Mall has received unanimous rezoning approval from the City of Gainesville, according to Atlanta-based developer and real estate investment firm Branch Properties.
As revealed in late November, Branch Properties’ multi-phase plans call for transforming the mall into an open-air, walkable destination that functions as a residential hub and communal gathering place. The new district will be called, simply, Lakeshore.
Once fully built, it will include 652 multifamily residences, 38,200 square feet of public outdoor greenspace, and 305,000 square feet for retail. (For context, Ponce City Market counts about 350,000 square feet dedicated to retail.) The site will also have room for townhomes and a hotel in future phases, per officials.
Situated between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985, about an hour northeast of Atlanta in the Hall County seat, the nearly 500,000-square-foot Lakeshore Mall originally opened in 1970 along Dawsonville Highway, a main Gainesville artery. Branch Properties bought the mall in 2022.
In its current state, the mall continues to operate but “looks like a ghost town at times,” as local newspaper The Gainesville Times recently put it. The mall’s directory lists 25 stores and restaurants as currently operating, including anchors Dick’s and Belk.
Branch Properties officials called the rezoning approval a “significant milestone,” but don’t expect to see bulldozers on site and full closure of the mall soon.
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Groundbreaking isn’t scheduled until late 2026. But once it’s started, the mall redo could move quickly, with project completion forecasted for 2028, according to Branch Properties.
Plans call for keeping the mall’s anchor tenants Belk and Dick’s Sporting Goods open throughout the development process, though Dick’s will eventually be relocated on site.
With its inclusion of residential, the project echoes other metro mall redevelopments moving forward at North DeKalb Mall, Mall West End, and Gwinnett Place, among others.
Closer to Atlanta, Branch Properties is behind such recent projects as Hugh Howell Marketplace in Tucker (completed in 2022) and Publix-anchored Summerhill Station.
Elsewhere in Gainesville, the company is developing a 14-acre shopping center called Limestone Marketplace, which is also anchored by Publix.
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Lakeshore Mall’s 150 Pearl Nix Parkway location, between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985. Google Maps
Franklin Street has been tapped to work with Branch Properties on retail leasing at the Gainesville mall makeover.
“Gainesville has undergone significant growth, with the population increasing by 15 percent in the past five years, fueled by the draw of Lake Lanier and migration from Atlanta suburbs,” said Jesse Shannon, Branch Properties’ president, partner, and chief investment officer, in a Wednesday announcement.
“The transformation of Lakeshore will establish Gainesville’s new community heart,” Shannon continued, “an inviting destination that cultivates connection and community through thoughtfully designed public spaces and expansive greenspace.”
Find more context and imagery in the gallery above.
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Lakeshore Mall’s 150 Pearl Nix Parkway location, between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985. Google Maps
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Mall’s sweeping redevelopment takes step closer to reality
Josh Green
Thu, 02/06/2025 – 08:11
Extreme makeover plans for an ailing Gainesville mall are moving much more quickly than similar proposals across metro Atlanta. Just two months after it was announced, the 49-acre, mixed-use redevelopment of 1970s-era Lakeshore Mall has received unanimous rezoning approval from the City of Gainesville, according to Atlanta-based developer and real estate investment firm Branch Properties. As revealed in late November, Branch Properties’ multi-phase plans call for transforming the mall into an open-air, walkable destination that functions as a residential hub and communal gathering place. The new district will be called, simply, Lakeshore. Once fully built, it will include 652 multifamily residences, 38,200 square feet of public outdoor greenspace, and 305,000 square feet for retail. (For context, Ponce City Market counts about 350,000 square feet dedicated to retail.) The site will also have room for townhomes and a hotel in future phases, per officials. Situated between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985, about an hour northeast of Atlanta in the Hall County seat, the nearly 500,000-square-foot Lakeshore Mall originally opened in 1970 along Dawsonville Highway, a main Gainesville artery. Branch Properties bought the mall in 2022.In its current state, the mall continues to operate but “looks like a ghost town at times,” as local newspaper The Gainesville Times recently put it. The mall’s directory lists 25 stores and restaurants as currently operating, including anchors Dick’s and Belk. Branch Properties officials called the rezoning approval a “significant milestone,” but don’t expect to see bulldozers on site and full closure of the mall soon.
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Groundbreaking isn’t scheduled until late 2026. But once it’s started, the mall redo could move quickly, with project completion forecasted for 2028, according to Branch Properties. Plans call for keeping the mall’s anchor tenants Belk and Dick’s Sporting Goods open throughout the development process, though Dick’s will eventually be relocated on site.With its inclusion of residential, the project echoes other metro mall redevelopments moving forward at North DeKalb Mall, Mall West End, and Gwinnett Place, among others.Closer to Atlanta, Branch Properties is behind such recent projects as Hugh Howell Marketplace in Tucker (completed in 2022) and Publix-anchored Summerhill Station. Elsewhere in Gainesville, the company is developing a 14-acre shopping center called Limestone Marketplace, which is also anchored by Publix.
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Lakeshore Mall’s 150 Pearl Nix Parkway location, between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985. Google Maps
Franklin Street has been tapped to work with Branch Properties on retail leasing at the Gainesville mall makeover. “Gainesville has undergone significant growth, with the population increasing by 15 percent in the past five years, fueled by the draw of Lake Lanier and migration from Atlanta suburbs,” said Jesse Shannon, Branch Properties’ president, partner, and chief investment officer, in a Wednesday announcement. “The transformation of Lakeshore will establish Gainesville’s new community heart,” Shannon continued, “an inviting destination that cultivates connection and community through thoughtfully designed public spaces and expansive greenspace.”Find more context and imagery in the gallery above. …Follow us on social media: Twitter / Facebook/and now: Instagram • Gainesville news, discussion (Urbanize Atlanta)
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Lakeshore Mall’s 150 Pearl Nix Parkway location, between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985. Google Maps
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Mall’s sweeping redevelopment takes step closer to reality
Josh Green
Thu, 02/06/2025 – 08:11
Extreme makeover plans for an ailing Gainesville mall are moving much more quickly than similar proposals across metro Atlanta. Just two months after it was announced, the 49-acre, mixed-use redevelopment of 1970s-era Lakeshore Mall has received unanimous rezoning approval from the City of Gainesville, according to Atlanta-based developer and real estate investment firm Branch Properties. As revealed in late November, Branch Properties’ multi-phase plans call for transforming the mall into an open-air, walkable destination that functions as a residential hub and communal gathering place. The new district will be called, simply, Lakeshore. Once fully built, it will include 652 multifamily residences, 38,200 square feet of public outdoor greenspace, and 305,000 square feet for retail. (For context, Ponce City Market counts about 350,000 square feet dedicated to retail.) The site will also have room for townhomes and a hotel in future phases, per officials. Situated between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985, about an hour northeast of Atlanta in the Hall County seat, the nearly 500,000-square-foot Lakeshore Mall originally opened in 1970 along Dawsonville Highway, a main Gainesville artery. Branch Properties bought the mall in 2022.In its current state, the mall continues to operate but “looks like a ghost town at times,” as local newspaper The Gainesville Times recently put it. The mall’s directory lists 25 stores and restaurants as currently operating, including anchors Dick’s and Belk. Branch Properties officials called the rezoning approval a “significant milestone,” but don’t expect to see bulldozers on site and full closure of the mall soon.
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Groundbreaking isn’t scheduled until late 2026. But once it’s started, the mall redo could move quickly, with project completion forecasted for 2028, according to Branch Properties. Plans call for keeping the mall’s anchor tenants Belk and Dick’s Sporting Goods open throughout the development process, though Dick’s will eventually be relocated on site.With its inclusion of residential, the project echoes other metro mall redevelopments moving forward at North DeKalb Mall, Mall West End, and Gwinnett Place, among others.Closer to Atlanta, Branch Properties is behind such recent projects as Hugh Howell Marketplace in Tucker (completed in 2022) and Publix-anchored Summerhill Station. Elsewhere in Gainesville, the company is developing a 14-acre shopping center called Limestone Marketplace, which is also anchored by Publix.
Courtesy of Branch Properties
Lakeshore Mall’s 150 Pearl Nix Parkway location, between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985. Google Maps
Franklin Street has been tapped to work with Branch Properties on retail leasing at the Gainesville mall makeover. “Gainesville has undergone significant growth, with the population increasing by 15 percent in the past five years, fueled by the draw of Lake Lanier and migration from Atlanta suburbs,” said Jesse Shannon, Branch Properties’ president, partner, and chief investment officer, in a Wednesday announcement. “The transformation of Lakeshore will establish Gainesville’s new community heart,” Shannon continued, “an inviting destination that cultivates connection and community through thoughtfully designed public spaces and expansive greenspace.”Find more context and imagery in the gallery above. …Follow us on social media: Twitter / Facebook/and now: Instagram • Gainesville news, discussion (Urbanize Atlanta)
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Lakeshore Mall’s 150 Pearl Nix Parkway location, between Lake Lanier and Interstate 985. Google Maps
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JW Mitchell Unloads Two SE Warehouses
JW Mitchell Unloads Two SE Warehouses
JW Mitchell sold an Atlanta-area warehouse and one from Memphis. CBRE facilitated the sale along with $69.9 million in acquisition financing for the two-building portfolio, which totals over 1.6 million square feet.
Frank Fallon led a CBRE team representing the seller, and Brian Linnihan headed a group that secured the loan from Wells Fargo on behalf of the buyer.,
The portfolio’s facilities include:
- A 613,440-square-foot cross-dock warehouse located in Braselton, Ga. The facility was built in 2016 and is 100% occupied by a large e-commerce provider.
- A 1,013,500-square-foot cross-dock warehouse in Memphis, TN, was built in 2021 and is 100% occupied by Medtronic, a global healthcare technology company.
The Atlanta warehouse is in the Northeast/I-85 industrial submarket, which, according to CBRE Research, saw 2.1 million square feet of net absorption in Q4.
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JW Mitchell sold an Atlanta-area warehouse and one from Memphis. CBRE facilitated the sale along with $69.9 million in acquisition financing for the two-building portfolio, which totals over 1.6 million square feet. Frank Fallon led a CBRE team representing the seller, and Brian Linnihan headed a group that secured the loan from Wells Fargo on …
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JW Mitchell sold an Atlanta-area warehouse and one from Memphis. CBRE facilitated the sale along with $69.9 million in acquisition financing for the two-building portfolio, which totals over 1.6 million square feet. Frank Fallon led a CBRE team representing the seller, and Brian Linnihan headed a group that secured the loan from Wells Fargo on …
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Beltline, developer explain why Murphy Crossing deal fell apart
Beltline, developer explain why Murphy Crossing deal fell apart
Atlanta Beltline Inc. still hopes to break ground in 2026.
Atlanta Beltline Inc. still hopes to break ground in 2026. Read MoreBizjournals.com Feed (2022-04-02 21:43:57)
Atlanta Beltline Inc. still hopes to break ground in 2026.
Beltline, developer explain why Murphy Crossing deal fell apart
Beltline, developer explain why Murphy Crossing deal fell apart
Atlanta Beltline Inc. still hopes to break ground in 2026.
Atlanta Beltline Inc. still hopes to break ground in 2026. Read MoreBizjournals.com Feed (2019-09-06 17:16:48)
Atlanta Beltline Inc. still hopes to break ground in 2026.
Georgia Business Minds podcast guest Geoff Koski of KB Advisory Group says ‘downtowns are resilient’
Georgia Business Minds podcast guest Geoff Koski of KB Advisory Group says ‘downtowns are resilient’
Atlanta Business Chronicle launches a new podcast, “Georgia Business Minds.” The first episode takes a deep dive into what makes downtowns work.
Atlanta Business Chronicle launches a new podcast, “Georgia Business Minds.” The first episode takes a deep dive into what makes downtowns work. Read MoreBizjournals.com Feed (2022-04-02 21:43:57)
Atlanta Business Chronicle launches a new podcast, “Georgia Business Minds.” The first episode takes a deep dive into what makes downtowns work.
Georgia Business Minds podcast guest Geoff Koski of KB Advisory Group says ‘downtowns are resilient’
Georgia Business Minds podcast guest Geoff Koski of KB Advisory Group says ‘downtowns are resilient’
Atlanta Business Chronicle launches a new podcast, “Georgia Business Minds.” The first episode takes a deep dive into what makes downtowns work.
Atlanta Business Chronicle launches a new podcast, “Georgia Business Minds.” The first episode takes a deep dive into what makes downtowns work. Read MoreBizjournals.com Feed (2019-09-06 17:16:48)
Atlanta Business Chronicle launches a new podcast, “Georgia Business Minds.” The first episode takes a deep dive into what makes downtowns work.
1.5 years later, it’s crickets for parking-free downtown Decatur proposal
1.5 years later, it’s crickets for parking-free downtown Decatur proposal
1.5 years later, it’s crickets for parking-free downtown Decatur proposal
Josh Green
Wed, 02/05/2025 – 15:22
This month marks a year and ½ since a downtown Decatur project came to light that was cheered by Atlanta urbanists for its innovative approach to parking—or lack thereof.
But despite earning the Decatur Planning Commission’s unanimous approval in 2023 and other commendations at the city level, the dual-branded Hilton hotel has yet to break ground, and no one involved seems willing to discuss where it stands.
Numerous inquiries regarding the project’s status to Hilton, city officials, and Harrison Properties—a commercial firm trying to lease a portion of existing offices at the 213 Swanton Way site, per signage there—have not garnered responses, dating back to before Christmas.
Spokespeople for the City of Decatur directed more recent inquires to project developer Vision Hospitality Group, but those also weren’t returned this week.
The Hilton concept would replace three small surface parking lots and low-rise office buildings on Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square.
Signage at the site indicates one longtime tenant, Decatur Atlanta Printing, has recently relocated to Tucker.
Harrison Properties’ signage indicates about 5,000 square feet is available for a short-term lease in existing buildings.
The proposed, dual-branded hotel site today along Commerce Drive. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Detailed look at the building’s eastern face over Ponce de Leon Place. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The proposal by Vision Hospitality and BCA Studios architects, unveiled in August 2023, stoked excitement for potentially setting a new standard—and an example of how to sop up excess parking—in walkable ITP areas.
According to earlier filings, the project’s two brands would be Tempo, a new lifestyle-focused flag, and Homewood Suites, Hilton’s extended-stay brand.
The seven-story proposal is most notable in that it would include no vehicle-parking component, instead tapping existing space in nearby garages.
The 241-room hotel would consume about half a block behind Taco Mac Decatur, between two large parking decks; one is located at 1 W. Court Square near the DeKalb County Courthouse, and the other stands just east near Inner Voice Brewing, currently used by The Task Force for Global Health.
Both parking structures stand within 300 feet of the hotel site, developers have said. The 1 W. Court Square parking deck alone has 493 spaces.
Vision Hospitality was aiming to enter into long-term agreements with owners of those decks to use excess parking, operating an around-the-clock valet for hotel guests who arrive by car instead of building parking into the hotel. A food-and-beverage tenant called Bluestone Lane café would be situated at the corner of Ponce de Leon Place, opposite the brewery, per 2023 plans.
Vision Hospitality officials previously told the DDA they expect many hotel guests would arrive via MARTA or rideshare services.
Hotel plans also call for adding more street trees and a fully protected bike lane.
The planned cafe component opposite Inner Voice Brewing and other food-and-beverage businesses. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Surface parking in front of the longtime home of Decatur Atlanta Printing, which has recently relocated to Tucker, and other tenants. Urbanize Atlanta
According to a resolution adopted by the DDA in support of the hotel, the Swanton Way property is currently underutilized with 57 parking spaces and three two-story buildings, all of which would be removed.
The hotel project would be advantageous “for the development of trade, commerce, industry, and employment” while activating unused parking around the DeKalb County seat, per the DDA.
Find a more detailed look at Hilton’s (former?) plans for downtown Decatur in the gallery above.
The half-block in question at 213 Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Google Maps
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The proposed, dual-branded hotel site today along Commerce Drive. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Along Ponce de Leon Place today. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
The corner in question where Ponce de Leon Place meets Swanton Way today. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Surface parking in front of the longtime home of Decatur Atlanta Printing, which has recently relocated to Tucker, and other tenants. Urbanize Atlanta
Totality of the properties in question where Swanton Way meets Commerce Drive. Google Maps
The half-block in question at 213 Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Google Maps
Overview of the properties today, with Inner Voice Brewing’s building shown just to the bottom left. Google Maps
Detailed look at the building’s eastern face over Ponce de Leon Place. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The planned cafe component opposite Inner Voice Brewing and other food-and-beverage businesses. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The Swanton Way facade. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The floorplan breakdown for the dual-branded hotel building’s ground floor. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Plans for north-facing hotel amenities. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
1.5 years later, it’s crickets for parking-free downtown Decatur proposal
Josh Green
Wed, 02/05/2025 – 15:22
This month marks a year and ½ since a downtown Decatur project came to light that was cheered by Atlanta urbanists for its innovative approach to parking—or lack thereof.But despite earning the Decatur Planning Commission’s unanimous approval in 2023 and other commendations at the city level, the dual-branded Hilton hotel has yet to break ground, and no one involved seems willing to discuss where it stands. Numerous inquiries regarding the project’s status to Hilton, city officials, and Harrison Properties—a commercial firm trying to lease a portion of existing offices at the 213 Swanton Way site, per signage there—have not garnered responses, dating back to before Christmas. Spokespeople for the City of Decatur directed more recent inquires to project developer Vision Hospitality Group, but those also weren’t returned this week. The Hilton concept would replace three small surface parking lots and low-rise office buildings on Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Signage at the site indicates one longtime tenant, Decatur Atlanta Printing, has recently relocated to Tucker. Harrison Properties’ signage indicates about 5,000 square feet is available for a short-term lease in existing buildings.
The proposed, dual-branded hotel site today along Commerce Drive. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Detailed look at the building’s eastern face over Ponce de Leon Place. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The proposal by Vision Hospitality and BCA Studios architects, unveiled in August 2023, stoked excitement for potentially setting a new standard—and an example of how to sop up excess parking—in walkable ITP areas. According to earlier filings, the project’s two brands would be Tempo, a new lifestyle-focused flag, and Homewood Suites, Hilton’s extended-stay brand. The seven-story proposal is most notable in that it would include no vehicle-parking component, instead tapping existing space in nearby garages.The 241-room hotel would consume about half a block behind Taco Mac Decatur, between two large parking decks; one is located at 1 W. Court Square near the DeKalb County Courthouse, and the other stands just east near Inner Voice Brewing, currently used by The Task Force for Global Health.Both parking structures stand within 300 feet of the hotel site, developers have said. The 1 W. Court Square parking deck alone has 493 spaces.Vision Hospitality was aiming to enter into long-term agreements with owners of those decks to use excess parking, operating an around-the-clock valet for hotel guests who arrive by car instead of building parking into the hotel. A food-and-beverage tenant called Bluestone Lane café would be situated at the corner of Ponce de Leon Place, opposite the brewery, per 2023 plans. Vision Hospitality officials previously told the DDA they expect many hotel guests would arrive via MARTA or rideshare services.Hotel plans also call for adding more street trees and a fully protected bike lane.
The planned cafe component opposite Inner Voice Brewing and other food-and-beverage businesses. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Surface parking in front of the longtime home of Decatur Atlanta Printing, which has recently relocated to Tucker, and other tenants. Urbanize Atlanta
According to a resolution adopted by the DDA in support of the hotel, the Swanton Way property is currently underutilized with 57 parking spaces and three two-story buildings, all of which would be removed.The hotel project would be advantageous “for the development of trade, commerce, industry, and employment” while activating unused parking around the DeKalb County seat, per the DDA. Find a more detailed look at Hilton’s (former?) plans for downtown Decatur in the gallery above.
The half-block in question at 213 Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Google Maps
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The proposed, dual-branded hotel site today along Commerce Drive. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Along Ponce de Leon Place today. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
The corner in question where Ponce de Leon Place meets Swanton Way today. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Surface parking in front of the longtime home of Decatur Atlanta Printing, which has recently relocated to Tucker, and other tenants. Urbanize Atlanta
Totality of the properties in question where Swanton Way meets Commerce Drive. Google Maps
The half-block in question at 213 Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Google Maps
Overview of the properties today, with Inner Voice Brewing’s building shown just to the bottom left. Google Maps
Detailed look at the building’s eastern face over Ponce de Leon Place. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The planned cafe component opposite Inner Voice Brewing and other food-and-beverage businesses. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The Swanton Way facade. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The floorplan breakdown for the dual-branded hotel building’s ground floor. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Plans for north-facing hotel amenities. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
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1.5 years later, it’s crickets for parking-free downtown Decatur proposal
Josh Green
Wed, 02/05/2025 – 15:22
This month marks a year and ½ since a downtown Decatur project came to light that was cheered by Atlanta urbanists for its innovative approach to parking—or lack thereof.But despite earning the Decatur Planning Commission’s unanimous approval in 2023 and other commendations at the city level, the dual-branded Hilton hotel has yet to break ground, and no one involved seems willing to discuss where it stands. Numerous inquiries regarding the project’s status to Hilton, city officials, and Harrison Properties—a commercial firm trying to lease a portion of existing offices at the 213 Swanton Way site, per signage there—have not garnered responses, dating back to before Christmas. Spokespeople for the City of Decatur directed more recent inquires to project developer Vision Hospitality Group, but those also weren’t returned this week. The Hilton concept would replace three small surface parking lots and low-rise office buildings on Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Signage at the site indicates one longtime tenant, Decatur Atlanta Printing, has recently relocated to Tucker. Harrison Properties’ signage indicates about 5,000 square feet is available for a short-term lease in existing buildings.
The proposed, dual-branded hotel site today along Commerce Drive. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Detailed look at the building’s eastern face over Ponce de Leon Place. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The proposal by Vision Hospitality and BCA Studios architects, unveiled in August 2023, stoked excitement for potentially setting a new standard—and an example of how to sop up excess parking—in walkable ITP areas. According to earlier filings, the project’s two brands would be Tempo, a new lifestyle-focused flag, and Homewood Suites, Hilton’s extended-stay brand. The seven-story proposal is most notable in that it would include no vehicle-parking component, instead tapping existing space in nearby garages.The 241-room hotel would consume about half a block behind Taco Mac Decatur, between two large parking decks; one is located at 1 W. Court Square near the DeKalb County Courthouse, and the other stands just east near Inner Voice Brewing, currently used by The Task Force for Global Health.Both parking structures stand within 300 feet of the hotel site, developers have said. The 1 W. Court Square parking deck alone has 493 spaces.Vision Hospitality was aiming to enter into long-term agreements with owners of those decks to use excess parking, operating an around-the-clock valet for hotel guests who arrive by car instead of building parking into the hotel. A food-and-beverage tenant called Bluestone Lane café would be situated at the corner of Ponce de Leon Place, opposite the brewery, per 2023 plans. Vision Hospitality officials previously told the DDA they expect many hotel guests would arrive via MARTA or rideshare services.Hotel plans also call for adding more street trees and a fully protected bike lane.
The planned cafe component opposite Inner Voice Brewing and other food-and-beverage businesses. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Surface parking in front of the longtime home of Decatur Atlanta Printing, which has recently relocated to Tucker, and other tenants. Urbanize Atlanta
According to a resolution adopted by the DDA in support of the hotel, the Swanton Way property is currently underutilized with 57 parking spaces and three two-story buildings, all of which would be removed.The hotel project would be advantageous “for the development of trade, commerce, industry, and employment” while activating unused parking around the DeKalb County seat, per the DDA. Find a more detailed look at Hilton’s (former?) plans for downtown Decatur in the gallery above.
The half-block in question at 213 Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Google Maps
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The proposed, dual-branded hotel site today along Commerce Drive. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Along Ponce de Leon Place today. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
The corner in question where Ponce de Leon Place meets Swanton Way today. Josh Green/Urbanize Atlanta
Surface parking in front of the longtime home of Decatur Atlanta Printing, which has recently relocated to Tucker, and other tenants. Urbanize Atlanta
Totality of the properties in question where Swanton Way meets Commerce Drive. Google Maps
The half-block in question at 213 Swanton Way, just east of Decatur’s Historic Square. Google Maps
Overview of the properties today, with Inner Voice Brewing’s building shown just to the bottom left. Google Maps
Detailed look at the building’s eastern face over Ponce de Leon Place. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The planned cafe component opposite Inner Voice Brewing and other food-and-beverage businesses. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The Swanton Way facade. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
The floorplan breakdown for the dual-branded hotel building’s ground floor. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Plans for north-facing hotel amenities. Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
Vision Hospitality Group; designs, BCA Studios architecture
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