PHILADELPHIA | Roberts Center for Pediatric Research | 375 FT | 23 FLOORS - Page 5

mmikeyphilly · #81 Posted **Apr 3, 2014, 5:59 PM**

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Originally Posted by josef

Thanks guys, I actually didn't realize that the podium for tower 2 would be part of phase 1. CHOP is trying to confuse me, I swear.

Oh i see now. That black strip on the left of the photo, I thought that was the river. But that's a street, maybe Schuykill Ave, isn't it.

Yes, that's street you're viewing in the rendering. The Schuylkill is behind the Phase 1 building, which is not in sight. It's okay that you got confused. It happens to me a lot! And your welcome. Btw, stop watching "Arrow" episodes on the CW, it's making you paranoid. The archer will not be hiding along that wall!

GarCastle · #82 Posted **Apr 4, 2014, 11:10 PM**

It IS a research building after all.

Maybe that wall helps its Zombie-proofing. The question is, is it there to keep them out or to keep them in? Fun thoughts while you walk by that wall at night.

Cheers,
G.

josef · #83 Posted **Apr 5, 2014, 2:04 PM**

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Originally Posted by GarCastle

It IS a research building after all.

Maybe that wall helps its Zombie-proofing. The question is, is it there to keep them out or to keep them in? Fun thoughts while you walk by that wall at night.

Cheers,
G.

Haha. Winner.

Philly Fan · #84 Posted **Apr 23, 2014, 3:01 PM**

Article about this, and concerns regarding it, in today's Daily Pennsylvanian:

http://www.thedp.com/article/2014/04...ident-problems

summersm343 · #85 Posted **Apr 25, 2014, 4:37 PM**

Design changes for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia new tower at 700 Schuylkill Ave

http://www.phila.gov/CityPlanning/pr...CDR_Supplement[1].pdf

Philly Fan · #86 Posted **Apr 25, 2014, 4:58 PM**

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Originally Posted by summersm343

Design changes for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia new tower at 700 Schuylkill Ave

http://www.phila.gov/CityPlanning/pr...CDR_Supplement[1].pdf

Also fixing the link here:

http://www.phila.gov/CityPlanning/projectreviews/PDF/2014-05-06_CHOP_SA-Phase1_CDR_Supplement[1].pdf

summersm343 · #87 Posted **Apr 25, 2014, 5:09 PM**

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Originally Posted by Philly Fan

Also fixing the link here:

http://www.phila.gov/CityPlanning/projectreviews/PDF/2014-05-06_CHOP_SA-Phase1_CDR_Supplement[1].pdf

Bahaha thanks again!

Kidphilly · #88 Posted **May 3, 2014, 2:17 PM**

New renderings dated 5.6.2014

http://www.phila.gov/CityPlanning/pr...ent%5B1%5D.pdf

skyscraper · #89 Posted **May 3, 2014, 7:07 PM**

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Originally Posted by Kidphilly

New renderings dated 5.6.2014

http://www.phila.gov/CityPlanning/pr...ent%5B1%5D.pdf

Whoa! Renderings from the future!

summersm343 · #90 Posted **May 7, 2014, 1:43 PM**

CDR says progress made but they still recommend changes to the curb cut outs on South Street bridge. This project is off to the Planning Commission now.

http://planphilly.com/articles/2014/...l-ave-proposal

cubanChris · #91 Posted **May 12, 2014, 2:39 PM**

http://planphilly.com/articles/2014/...a-neighborhood

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Employer-assisted housing expert Dan Hoffman says including housing in the development and otherwise encouraging employees to become city residents would benefit CHOP, the city, and the surrounding neighborhoods.

The current design debate regarding CHOP’s proposed expansion more resembles a debate about what kind of hub cap to put on a flat tire than it does any serious consideration of urban development policy. It’s nice to have a shiny, new, hubcap, but it doesn’t fix the tire. Fixing the tire would be saying to a tax-exempt institution...

summersm343 · #92 Posted **May 12, 2014, 5:11 PM**

Another article from Phillyliving.com about the CDR approving this project and sending it on it's way to the Planning Commission. Also a list of some of the recommendations they made to CHOP

http://www.phillyliving.com/blog/201...pansion-plans/

summersm343 · #93 Posted **May 12, 2014, 6:18 PM**

Can we get a name change for this thread to say?:

PHILADELPHIA | CHOP @ 700 Schuylkill Ave | 23 floors | 375 feet

We'll make this thread just about Phase 1, and then any future phases built at later dates we can create separate threads for.

Thanks!

Jawnadelphia · #94 Posted **May 20, 2014, 7:09 PM**

Wonder how things are going at the Planning Commission meeting this afternoon?? I stopped by but the room was packed and first hour was spent talking about a proposed AAA for Tasker and Columbus Blvd (Commission recommeded - disapproval).

cubanChris · #95 Posted **May 20, 2014, 8:37 PM**

Kellie from PlanPhilly is live tweeting the meeting's progress which is currently on CHoP's portion: https://twitter.com/KelliePGates

As it turns out, they have eliminated 1 of their proposed 2 curb cuts on the SS bridge. They've also committed to building out all public space in phase 1, despite the complications that arise for future phases, and have committed to commercial space on SS... applying for the needed variances to make it official. they've also committed to commercial on Schuylkill and bainbridge, but doubt the demand is there. Additionally, they've pledged a bikeshare onsite.

Inga, who is also there, says more renderings of the campus have been shared at the meeting.

summersm343 · #96 Posted **May 20, 2014, 8:40 PM**

That's nice to see! Can't wait for this tower to get started! It will be a beautiful addition to the skyline!

thebigATL · #97 Posted **May 20, 2014, 8:49 PM**

Not bad at all Philly!!!!

summersm343 · #98 Posted **May 21, 2014, 2:41 PM**

The planning commission approved the tower. Article on it from Plan Philly

Planning endorses zoning relief for CHOP's Schuylkill Ave. project
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2014
BY KELLIE PATRICK GATES

http://planphilly.com/articles/2014/...ll-ave-project

Jes44 · #99 Posted **Jun 4, 2014, 9:38 AM**

Now, that the first phase has gotten approval, is there a targeted date as to when construction/demolition will begin? Or are there other steps beforehand?

christof · #**100** Posted **Jul 23, 2014, 2:51 PM**

Any word on when construction will begin?