Car parts maker expands in Hancock County
A 250,000-square-foot distribution center that sat empty since the recession has finally nailed down a tenant—a Canadian firm relocating operations from nearby Knightstown.
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Will residential boom end commercial bust in West Clay?
Residential construction is booming in The Village of West Clay, the already-sprawling Carmel development designed to mimic small-town life at the turn of the (last) century. But not everything has gone according to Brenwick Development’s ambitious plans. Two commercial nodes remain largely undeveloped, and one property owner’s legal woes led to several high-profile vacancies that have yet to be filled.
Specialty grocer on wish list for MSA development
Flaherty & Collins, the developer of the 28-story tower, “would love to have a Whole Foods” or similar grocer as a retail tenant. With one Marsh two blocks away and another under construction nearby, the project begs the question whether the area can support three groceries.
Roundup: Thirsty Scholar opening at 16th and Penn
The coffee, beer and wine bar in the Penn Arts building is expected to open next week. Other restaurant and bar openings are set for Mass Ave, along with an Italian chain coming to River Crossing.
Longtime Browning Investments leader stepping down as CEO
Michael G. Browning, who has led the Indianapolis-based real estate development firm since 1981, will maintain his role as chairman of the board. Taking his place as president and CEO is a former executive of the firm.
Proposals for MSA project ranged from $70M to $117M
The city received five proposals to redevelop a portion of the former Market Square Arena site. Here are details of the proposals, including those submitted by developers that weren’t selected.
Wigwam on borrowed time, needs ‘white knight’
Anderson officials hope some kind of use can be found for the historic high school gym that was closed in 2011 to save money.
Developer F&C’s ‘bold statement’ could finally solve MSA puzzle
City incentives and a strong apartment market suggest Flaherty & Collins’ proposed $81 million, 28-story downtown apartment tower has a better chance of getting built than two previous attempts to redevelop the former site of Market Square Arena.
Two Indy apartment complexes sell for $35 million
National investors have snapped up two apartment properties on the north side totaling 722 units. One complex is slated for a major rehab.
Market Square project calls for $81 million, 28-story tower
Flaherty & Collins Properties plans to build an $81 million, 28-story skyscraper on part of the former home of Market Square Arena in what would be the tallest new downtown development since the JW Marriott opened in 2011.
Homebuilding permits rise for 12th straight month
Through June this year, 2,603 permits have been issued in the Indianapolis area, an increase of 26 percent compared to the first six months of 2012.
Northern office market on upswing, downtown ‘stagnant’
Downtown’s vacancy rate continues to hover around 20 percent, according to mid-year market reports, with more space becoming available than was leased. Meanwhile, the northern suburban market is showing the most improvement.
Big Anderson church files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The Madison Park Church of God bought a 200-acre site near Interstate 69 in 2007 and built a church there using three bridge loans. One $6 million loan matured on July 12 and couldn't be repaid.
City expected to tap Flaherty & Collins for former MSA site
The prolific local developer Flaherty & Collins Properties is expected to land a deal with the city to build a residential and commercial skyscraper on part of the former home of Market Square Arena, multiple sources said Monday evening.
City set to unveil Market Square project plans
City officials will reveal the winner Tuesday morning from six teams that bid on redeveloping the downtown site. All proposed mixed-use projects, but they ranged in size from eight to 52 stories.
Huge greenhouse development planned for Haughville
New York-based BrightFarms Inc. plans to build a 100,000-square-foot hydroponic greenhouse on a vacant 5-acre parcel of land at 2219 W. Michigan St. that will employ 25.
Whitsett set to launch $28M Lockerbie North project
The local developer plans to build 215 market-rate apartments and 9,000 square feet of retail space at the northwest corner of North College Avenue and East Michigan Street.
Area home-sale agreements on the rise again
Home-sale agreements in the nine-county Indianapolis area were up nearly 10 percent in June compared to the same month a year ago.
Browning adding more apartments to gain support for Broad Ripple project
The developer is proposing to add 15 units to the 88 apartments already included in the plans, increasing the cost of the project to $25 million.
Shelbyville sees spark of revival downtown
A homegrown revival in Shelbyville could gain serious momentum with redevelopment of the vacant First Methodist Building, one of the most prominent buildings on the circle. A California investor bought the five-story building in May and plans a $3.5 million renovation.