Forgot to add that Tucker's is hiring in Norman so I would expect to see that up soon.

Hampton Inn is building next to Holiday Inn Express and will be closing the Ed Noble Parkway location.

Will the ENP location close up completely, or simply come under a different flag?

http://www.normantranscript.com/news/business/hampton-inn-most-recent-move-from-ed-noble-to-university/article_2af72f75-8318-5a19-990c-d66fecebe7aa.html

I'll be very curious to see what Norman does with the Ed Noble Parkway collection of empty buildings. It seems like a prime opportunity to redevelop it into a new urbanist setting!

Update: Tuckers is now open in this area, Hibdon Tires also open and Tropical Cafe.

Anyone have any insider information on what's going into the new building by Academy and the park?

Anyone have any insider information on what's going into the new building by Academy and the park?

No idea. Thinking it will be part of the la Madeleine.

Found the updated CBRE map at the below link...then click on flyer.

Proposed businesses at UNP:
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar by Torchy's
Burlington by Guitar Center
Petsmart by Guitar Center (assume the ENP location would close)
Carmax by Chuck E Cheese

New businesses shown but not listed as Proposed:
La Z Boy by Chuck E Cheese
Ranch Steakhouse by Hibdons

Also shows future buildings north of Crest and a proposed activity center north of Embassy Suites.




http://www.loopnet.com/xNet/Looplink/Profile/Profile.aspx?LID=17991282&STID=CB0003&LL=true

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Thank you.

Holy cow, this place is just so massive. I'm sure it will soon be the biggest retail development in the state.

BTW, this would be a great location for Costco.

I'm not sure how close they are to a deal, but I know they have been talking.

Found the updated CBRE map at the below link...then click on flyer.

Proposed businesses at UNP:
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar by Torchy's
Burlington by Guitar Center
Petsmart by Guitar Center (assume the ENP location would close)
Carmax by Chuck E Cheese

New businesses shown but not listed as Proposed:
La Z Boy by Chuck E Cheese
Ranch Steakhouse by Hibdons

Also shows future buildings north of Crest and a proposed activity center north of Embassy Suites.




http://www.loopnet.com/xNet/Looplink/Profile/Profile.aspx?LID=17991282&STID=CB0003&LL=true

There's already a Petco next to the Office Depot. Wouldn't this me some sort of conflict of interest for the landlord? That's assuming that Petco put in a non-compete clause in their lease.

They're putting a CarMax in this development?

They're putting a CarMax in this development?

Facing the interstate and behind the strip center.

BTW, this would be a great location for Costco.

I'm not sure how close they are to a deal, but I know they have been talking.

Is there an actual chance that Norman could land a Costco?

Is there an actual chance that Norman could land a Costco?

Yes, and in fact Norman may be the first place in the OKC area they choose.

There's already a Petco next to the Office Depot. Wouldn't this me some sort of conflict of interest for the landlord? That's assuming that Petco put in a non-compete clause in their lease.

No. Typically conflicts of interest are only if the landlord also runs a business of the same type on the same or nearby property. You don't want to compete with your landlord.

Example, WRWA will not allow parking operators to operate anywhere on airport property for this reason -- the airport has their own garages they take revenue for and thus cannot enter into a lease where they compete with their tenant. The massive size of the airport's property really restricts any private competition in the airport parking business for this reason.

Think of all of the developments which house a McDonald's and a Burger King? Or an Outback and a Texas Roadhouse. Plenty of examples and it is certainly not uncommon.

Will that be just the second Ranch location? Think they could do well in Norman.

Will that be just the second Ranch location? Think they could do well in Norman.

Looks like it. This has been on the development page for a while and no building has started yet. Would love to see it.

I'm still hoping for a Cost Plus World Market.

Renderings look as if they will continue Conference Dr. over the interstate via a new bridge. Is that the case?

Not sure I would agree with this development being the biggest in the state. Memorial Rd. seems to be the biggest by far and it seems like I-40 in West OKC Metro is coming in at second.

Renderings look as if they will continue Conference Dr. over the interstate via a new bridge. Is that the case?

Not sure I would agree with this development being the biggest in the state. Memorial Rd. seems to be the biggest by far and it seems like I-40 in West OKC Metro is coming in at second.

I meant single biggest by one developer.

Renderings look as if they will continue Conference Dr. over the interstate via a new bridge. Is that the case?
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West side of 35 that lines up is a road into a residential area. Not seeing UTC connecting across 35 at that spot.

What do they mean by Activity Center? Something like a Main Event?

I knew Hampton was going in but I didn't realize a Residence Inn was also going in. This is going to bring a lot more conferences to Embassy Suites since there are going to be more hotel rooms within walking distance.

I believe the Activity Center is more for community events.

Now that you mention that, I'm 90% certain it's the proposed Norman Convention Center. http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:rIcwQKw7Q0YJ:www.normanok.gov/filebrowser_download/154/City%2520Council%2520Minutes/2015/2015-04-30%2520Conference%2520(NF).pdf+&cd=4&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us

West side of 35 that lines up is a road into a residential area. Not seeing UTC connecting across 35 at that spot.Yeah I agree I don't see how it could happen unless ODOT completely reconstructed I-35 below grade which that will be decades away if that ever happens.

Actually, I have heard heard rumors that Embassy Suites in Norman is possibly filing for bankruptcy because of the lack of demand for the hotel. Again, just a rumor.

Actually, I have heard heard rumors that Embassy Suites in Norman is possibly filing for bankruptcy because of the lack of demand for the hotel. Again, just a rumor.

technically they did already last year, not the Norman location in particular, but the company as a whole.

http://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/news/2016/06/27/john-q-hammons-hotels-files-bankruptcy.html

Looks like Shilla Korean BBQ is about to open next to Tucker's. I know nothing about it yet but I do love Korean food so I'll be there asap when it opens.

Looks like Shilla Korean BBQ is about to open next to Tucker's. I know nothing about it yet but I do love Korean food so I'll be there asap when it opens.

You just made me so happy! I had no idea this was opening.

I can't find anything online or on facebook about a Norman location or an Oklahoma location for that matter.

This looks like their sign?

http://www.shilakbbq.com/

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Destination Norman map is showing La Madeleine going in the new building NE of Legacy Park.
http://lamadeleine.com/

Destination Norman map is showing La Madeleine going in the new building NE of Legacy Park.
http://lamadeleine.com/Cool map! I will use it to add some projects to OKC Development map.

http://www.destinationnorman.com/data/

Destination Norman data is showing submitted application for permits for Carmax just North of Chuck E Cheeses.
Also a PDQ restaurant just North of Tuckers.
A McAlisters Deli to go along with the La Madeleine in the new building South of Academy.

Also the most exciting news I have today is the Destination Norman map is showing a Longhorn steakhouse in the Sooner Mall parking lot SE of Sears. I drove by this weekend and they had it fenced off and was doing dirtwork. I'm excited about this one!

Anyone know a time frame on La Madeleine?

Also noticed on that Destination Norman map that Del Taco is going in North of Walgreens on 12th

Also noticed on that Destination Norman map that Del Taco is going in North of Walgreens on 12th

A Chick Fillet is also going in next to that Walgreens.

Anyone know a time frame on La Madeleine?

Also noticed on that Destination Norman map that Del Taco is going in North of Walgreens on 12th


La Madeleine's is under construction (build out) in the new section just completed near Academy. It is in the west (well, northwest-most) end of the new structure. They've really only done floor breakout and added some plumbing from what I can tell. The only way I could even tell this was the LaMadeleine's was because the business card for the manager of the Tulsa location was taped to the glass with all the construction/trades.

REALLY pleased to see this happen!

Also the most exciting news I have today is the Destination Norman map is showing a Longhorn steakhouse in the Sooner Mall parking lot SE of Sears. I drove by this weekend and they had it fenced off and was doing dirtwork. I'm excited about this one!
Why the excitement? Is Longhorn any better than Texas Roadhouse?

Why the excitement? Is Longhorn any better than Texas Roadhouse?

Oh boy a Longhorn Steakhouse..... Still hoping that Ranch steakhouse goes in UTC.

Why the excitement? Is Longhorn any better than Texas Roadhouse?

It is in my opinion. Also is much closer to my house than Texas Roadhouse.

http://www.normantranscript.com/news/business/it-s-been-a-busy-months-for-norman/article_1599a1b7-9f1c-5308-9faa-e24d3338481a.html

This article says Big Daddy's Burger Bar is going in by Torchy's Tacos where World of Beer was supposed to go.

http://www.normantranscript.com/news/business/it-s-been-a-busy-months-for-norman/article_1599a1b7-9f1c-5308-9faa-e24d3338481a.html

This article says Big Daddy's Burger Bar is going in by Torchy's Tacos where World of Beer was supposed to go.

Just what we need, another burger joint, however, if Panda Grill (burgers and tacos) would open in Norman, I would be one happy customer.

I wonder if that is Toby Keith place.

Anybody know what's up with La Madeleine's? I thought I saw a few weeks ago that their channel letters were up. Drove by recently and it's gone. Is this place still happening?

Destination Norman data is showing submitted application for permits for Carmax just North of Chuck E Cheeses.


Plans are out for the Carmax location in Norman. Address is listed as 2351 Interstate Drive which Google shows to be just West of Chuck E Cheeses however plans show it to be Just East of Interstate Drive off of Rock Creek. Satellite shows there is already a curb cut there for the entrance for anyone familiar with the area.

http://www.normantranscript.com/news/tif-committee-approves-initial-development-plan-that-includes-arena-expo/article_12cce910-9d7d-11e7-8fb2-0376c571a12c.html

^^ Wow, that's really cool. Hope it turns out like what's pictured.

My preference is to see it back on campus, but if that’s out, I think this proposal kicks ass!

My first reaction was completely negative.

BUT, LNC is completely disconnected from campus to the point you just drive in, go to the game, then leave.

UNP would allow people to go to restaurants and bars before and after, there would be adjacent hotels for visitors and other events and the whole thing is at least 15 minutes closer to most the people who attend, coming from OKC.

Would be a drag for the students, however.

OU actually owns the land for UNP and gets a cut from the entire development, and I suppose they would not have to come up with the money to build this facility, just likely pay a reasonable rent.

I'm starting to think this might be a brilliant idea.

http://www.oudaily.com/sports/oklahoma-basketball-take-a-look-at-the-proposal-for-new/article_778d4232-9d8c-11e7-8d2f-bfd96c530d6d.html

The plan in great detail. This could be amazing!

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/unp092017a.jpg


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"multi prupose arena" kind of scares me because thats what makes the lloyd noble center such a bland environment for a basketball game.
OU needs an arena that is specifically built for Basketball games that puts the crowd right on top of the court.

Otherwise, this entire development is so freaking big league. If it plays out exactly as planned I can't think of a better area in the entire metro area.

The same people behind this proposal are the people who will be doing the COOP area in downtown OKC correct? That gives me high hopes for that development as well.

I love this idea but why only 10,000 seats if they want to host NCAA events?

LNC currently seats 11,652. Cheaspeake seats 18,203 for basketball.... This arena needs to seat a number somewhere between those two.... I would say 12,000 to 15,000 seats would be ideal.

"multi prupose arena" kind of scares me because thats what makes the lloyd noble center such a bland environment for a basketball game.
OU needs an arena that is specifically built for Basketball games that puts the crowd right on top of the court.

Otherwise, this entire development is so freaking big league. If it plays out exactly as planned I can't think of a better area in the entire metro area.

Isn't most arenas multipurpose with basketball primarily in mind? The fact that this one is smaller already suggests its better suited for basketball.

The same people behind this proposal are the people who will be doing the COOP area in downtown OKC correct? That gives me high hopes for that development as well.

Yes. Sooner Investments.

They do first quality work.

The seating for this proposed facility is woefully inadequate. When comparing Big 12 schools, one finds that only one school has 10,000 or less capacity , that being TCU with a paltry 8,500. Looking at the other schools they range from a high of 16,734 for Texas, 16,300-KU, 15,020- TT, 14,384-ISU, 14,000-WVU, 13,611-OSU, 12,528-KSU, 11,528-OU, 10,284-BU, and 8,500 TCU. OU needs and deserves a BB facility that is designed for BB and not as another poster noted, a multi-purpose facility like the LNC is presently. Basing my opinion on seating and removing it from campus, I find it lacking .

I suppose that before OU would seriously consider the move they would insist on upping the capacity to around 12,000.

Without that, no way you get NCAA tourney games and some other events.