05-14-2016, 09:06 PM
(05-14-2016, 01:14 AM)Andy Wrote: The Victoria Park buildings seem mine IMO. And I wouldn't consider Pioneer Park or whatever the new St. Mary's subdivision is called as very important development areas.
I don't know what their rental rates are, but it seems like the suburb areas where those buildings are would target lower-middle class rental stock. I would prefer Drewlo buildings than nothing at all. Some companies have different priorities than impressive designs.
Agreed ... I walk by the Iron Horse building (at Queen) frequently, and while not inspiring architecture, it looks quite decent. I would be happy to have that level on the ex-Gascho/Stevens property. There are enough opportunities for development in the city that not everything can be a globally recognized architectural masterpiece.
And maybe they will even have competitive rental rates, enabling lower-income families, too, to live in the downtown core.