Columbus
Homewood Suites Opening Launches Busy Fall for Columbus Hotel Market
Homewood Suites by Hilton opened its newest property in Columbus at the end of August. Advertized as ”a destination for both the business and education communities, in addition to leisure travelers” by General Manager Nathan Lipps, the hotel created 20 permanent jobs.
Pizzuti Cos., Starwood Hotels Break Ground on 135-Key Le Meridien in Short North District
By Adrian Maties, Associate Editor Officials broke ground Aug. 22 on Le Meridien Columbus, The Joseph, a 135-key hotel in Columbus’ Short North Art District. Developed by Pizzuti Cos. and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, the property will be owned by Pizzuti and operated by Wischermann Partners. Mayor Michael Coleman, Pizzuti Cos. chairman Ron Pizzuti […]
Pizzuti Plans $7.5M MOB at City Gate in Marysville
Continuing its plans to grow and expand, Memorial Hospital of Union County has recently announced it will open a new medical office building in Marysville. The expansion will help provide patients with an even better experience. When fully operational, the facility is expected to serve 50,000 patients per year.
Garrison, Westmount Expand Industrial Footprint With 10-Building Deal
Garrison Investment Group has purchased 10 industrial properties located in Columbus in late June 2013. According to the Columbus Business First, the 2 million square foot portfolio traded for $23.6 million.
As State Fair Nears, Crowne Plaza Columbus North – Worthington Wraps $5.3M Renovation
With the Ohio State Fair just around the corner, Columbus hotel operators are doing their best to take advantage of this important opportunity and attract as many tourists as possible to fill their rooms. One such hotel, the Crowne Plaza Columbus North – Worthington, has recently completed a $5.3-million renovation of its guestorooms and suites, meeting and event space, lobby and public areas.
Tax Breaks to Promote 4 Expansion Projects in Central Ohio
Persistent Systems Inc., Zipline Logistics LLC, NEX Transport Inc. and ISS America Inc. will soon bring 135 new jobs to central Ohio. On Monday, June 24, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved 15 projects statewide for tax incentives. The four companies are among these 15 projects expected to create a total of 831 new jobs.
Glimcher to Regain Tampa Center, Sell Interest in Portland’s Lloyd Center
Glimcher Realty Trust plans to purchase the remaining interest in WestShore Plaza, Tampa, from its joint venture partner, an affiliate of Blackstone Real Estate Partners VI, for $112 million.
Columbus, Dublin M-F Projects Win Key Approvals
Apartments are popping up in the Columbus area like mushrooms after a spring rain. In my previous article, I told you about a 504-unit project NP Limited and Trivium plan to develop in Westerville. And the Columbus apartment construction boom continues with two new projects that will deliver over 400 units.
NP Limited, Trivium Plan Summer Start for Upscale 504-Unit M-F Project in Westerville
At the end of April, the Westerville City Council has approved the final development plan for the first phase of the Ravine at Westar, a large-scale apartment complex in Columbus.
Messer Construction Tapped for $370M OSU Project; Review Shaves Budget by $26M
The Ohio State University announced last week it has selected Messer Construction to lead the team of construction and design firms that will work on the construction and renovation of the North Residential District. The project is now expected to cost $370 million.