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- The Art Deco 1616 Walnut Street Building has been purchased by Federal Capital Partners (FCP), based in Chevy Chase, Maryland. A real estate investment company, FCP has insinuated that it may convert the office building to residential “over time,” in order to take advantage of the Rittenhouse market.
- Flying Kite reports that four townhouses, Olive Townhomes, are weeks away from construction on the 800-block of Carpenter Street—close to the Italian Market. Expected to receive LEED Gold status, the townhomes will be 2,540/2,690 square feet, and surrounded by “a lush outdoor courtyard.”
- The Inquirer endorses the notion of a central land bank, recently proposed by Councilwoman María Quiñones-Sánchez, which would save city taxpayers some $20 million each year.
- GQ lists “The Ten Best New Restaurants in America,” placing Chestnut Hill’s Mico (8609 Germantown Avenue) at #8. Headed by Chip Roman, previously of Le Bec-Fin, Mico is praised for its complex, French-inspired locally produced menu.
- The Roxborough Review is proud to announce its neighborhood’s new slogan chosen from among 200 submissions—“Roxborough: Family, Community and Nature since 1690.”
About the author
Stephen Currall recently received his BA in history from Arcadia University. Before beginning doctoral studies, he is pursuing his interest in local history, specifically just how Philadelphians engage their vibrant past. Besides skimming through 18th century letters, Steve is also interested in music and travel.
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