Year archives: 2013
Favorite Trend of 2013
I briefly thought of coming up with a list of the highs and lows as they pertained to Indianapolis development. Â But lists are not my thing, and instead I will focus on my favorite trend of the year: buildings being reused as apartments. Â This has been going on for a number of years, but it …
Blue Line Recommended Alternatives Accepted
For the better part of the past year, the MPO has spearheaded an alternatives analysis of the Indy Connect Blue Line, a proposed rapid transit corridor spanning Indianapolis from the east side to the west side through downtown. Urban Indy has reported periodically on the Blue Line when public comment periods have been announced. (see …
6 East Washington
A quick photo update on a project I like quite a bit, the new structure at 6 East Washington: More information can be found in this article on the IBJ. The first floor tenant will be Chipotle. Let the burrito wars commence.
West 10th Street Versus Velocity’s Goals
Indianapolis residents have been treated to a good deal of press releases in the past two days about the new Velocity action plan for downtown. The ambitious plan is full of great ideas that we at Urban Indy are excited about. Â Of course, more could be done for the urban core surrounding downtown, but …
Broad Ripple Mixed Use Structure Construction Update
In February, Urban Indy reported on a new structure in the planning phases that would take the place of a former liquor store at the intersection of Broad Ripple Ave, the Monon Trail and Winthrop Ave. I am pleased to provide this update showing the progress that has been made towards completing the first addition …
Ambitious Central State Development Approved
Last week, the Metropolitan Development Commission approved a massive redevelopment of the Central State Hospital grounds. According to the staff report, the grounds will include a brewery, an events center, student housing, office uses, and urban farming. Â A couple of image captures from the lengthy staff report can be seen below: It will be interesting …
Fall Creek Trail South – Construction Update
By any objective measure, the Fall Creek Trail southern extension, from the Monon Trail to Central Avenue, would not be considered complete. But as of this posting, I can confirm that the entire length of this extension has been paved. Some portions appear to be completed while others still need an additional layer however, a …
Nice Little Things
It is often easy to get caught up in big ideas and big money. City, state, and nation-wide investments are all needed to really make an impact. However, recently there have been a few new smaller items that can also improve life for city residents. The first is this little bus stop bench outside the …
Monon Trail Receives Safety Upgrades
Regular users of the Monon Trail may or may not notice the results of a new project aimed to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians at street crossings. As part of a larger project, which is funded primarily from the Highway Safety Improvement Program, upgraded pavement markings, signage as well as the addition of flashing beacons at …