Noblesville aims to create pedestrian-focused downtown
Downtown Noblesville is no stranger to construction, as any resident or business owner in the area can attest. And one of the largest projects yet is expected to begin next year.
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Council committee recommends $66M in bonds for Old City Hall redevelopment
The $249 million plan calls for rehabilitating the 116-year-old former municipal building at 202 Alabama St. and building a 387-foot tower with 186 apartments, 23 condominiums and 156 hotel rooms.
Construction managers say uncertainty, demand keep most prices high
The labor pinch has affected several developments across Indianapolis, with some builders shuffling projects to accommodate subcontractor availability, a few halting the start of work altogether and others forging ahead after securing additional capital to pay higher prices.
Developer requesting $66M city loan for Old City Hall project
TWG Development’s “Alabama Redevelopment” plan includes a new 21c Museum Hotel through the renovation of Old City Hall and the construction of an adjacent 29-story tower.
Overhaul of downtown office complex to bring another new hotel brand to Indy
In addition to Marriott’s Moxy, the owners of downtown’s fourth-largest office complex also have secured a deal for a Bar Louie restaurant on the ground floor.
Devington Plaza’s proposed developer withdraws plans, but still interested in site
The developer behind plans to overhaul the 36-acre Devington Plaza shopping center on the east side of Indianapolis is going back to the drawing board.
State budget includes funds for White River State Park expansion plan
The project is expected to encompass about 7.5 acres on the river’s western bank and will include new green spaces, an amphitheater and a promenade overlooking the White River.
IndyGo breaks ground on long-awaited Blue Line, slated for 2028 completion
The Blue Line, IndyGo’s third rapid-transit bus line, will run 24 miles east and west along Washington Street, connecting the Indianapolis International Airport on the city’s west side to Cumberland on the east side.
Convenience chain Wawa planning third Noblesville store
Carmel-based JDF Development has proposed an $8 million project including a Wawa Fuel Center and a second commercial building on 3.87 acres.
Devington Plaza task force unveils ideas as residents, developer look for path forward
The neighborhood proposal comes as the group pushes New York-based Skysoar Capital Partners to reconsider its plan for the nearly abandoned site.
Hendricks fine-tuning plans for $300M first phase of Circle Centre revamp
The developer behind the planned overhaul of Circle Centre Mall could start construction work on the $600 million project by the end of this year.
Carmel looks to revitalize aging U.S. 31 business corridor
Increasing vacancy rates fueled by both the pandemic and changing attitudes about what company executives and workers want in their office space have led Carmel leaders to look at how to give the corridor a second act.
Lebanon planning board to review designs for Lilly’s $4.5B foundry at LEAP District
IMAGE GALLERY: The 200-acre Lilly Medicine Foundry is expected to add 400 full-time jobs for highly skilled workers, including engineers, scientists, operations personnel and lab technicians.
Projected cost of Signia hotel rises by $70M, with CIB set to foot bill
All in, the cost of the redevelopment of Pan Am Plaza is expected to be about $780 million, with the convention center expansion cost covered through bonds backed by the city’s consolidated tax-increment financing district.
‘Controversial’ housing development at former Westfield tree farm receives approval
The Westfield City Council voted 4-3 to approve an expansion of the Kimblewick residential community that will be built on 87 acres on the city’s southwest side.
Morgan County planners recommend approval for proposed data-center campus
The Morgan County Plan Commission on Monday decided to give a favorable recommendation for a rezoning request that would pave the way for a data center on a 391-acre site in the northern part of the county.
Simons’ downtown hotel, entertainment project gets green light for forgivable $25M city loan
Specific details for the loan, which could be forgiven if the Simon family’s development affiliate meets certain terms, are expected to be finalized in coming months.
Westfield City Council approves Grand Universe development plan
Plans call for the proposed $1.2 billion development east of Grand Park Sports Campus to include a full-dome planetarium, hotel, retail, offices and multifamily housing.
Q&A with hotelier Jim Dora on downtown, police work and more
In a conversation with IBJ, the CEO of General Hotels Corp. explains how his work has shaped his perspective on downtown and offers his thoughts on the controversial city plan to build and operate a hotel.
Developer planning more restaurants near Fishers Event Center
Construction on the $30 million, two-building project in Fishers District is expected to begin this summer.