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Demo has begun at the church at 10th & G, about a week ago workers started bring down the walls. These photos are all from different stages of the demo so far.
We’re all still very curious to see how this mixed use facility will turn out when construction is complete.
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I wonder how this new building is going to interface architecturally with the MLK library. I hope it does some good things for it…
crossing my fingers!
The building to be built is extremely modern – almost all glass. A good look at the building can be found here: http://dcmud.blogspot.com/2007/11/yet-another-condo-conversion-pn-hoffman.html
The covered sidewalks are now law. You will see them for all major construction.
Soon to also be enacted: Valet parkers will no longer be able to use street parking/metered spaces. The fines promise to be high. Hopefully this means more spaces for non-restaurant goers and residents.
Jon – can you direct me to any info on the proposed valet parking regulations? That sounds like a great development.
Yes! Stopping valet parkers from using street parking is great news [if enforced]. We still need to get the parking garages to post “STOP” signs at their exits – just saw a woman & two kids almost run over at the garage by Cafe Atlantico [it may be the worst of all for a dangerous site & careless drivers].
How come the new contruction/sidewalk law isn’t being enforced outside of Ford’s theater? A big chunk of sidewalk on 10th St. between E and F has been blocked off since December, and there is no alternative walkway to make up for the lost space. Who can I call or write to report this violation?
Becca,
Sorry to say, but that site is not in violation, as construction “began” before the law period begins. Building these walkways is expensive, which is why a few projects began early — and appear to have been abandoned. Developers & builders will do anything to save a buck, it seems.
But I bet that pressure on the Park Service from neighbors (residential and commercial) can get them to change their plans.
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I would add that the construction crew put up a temporary covered sidewalk along 10th Street so you don’t have to navigate the perils of walking in a lane of traffic. kudos!