Monarch

[shawnw]

Oh I just thought the word on the street was that it was a company moving to downtown not one that already was.

[Pete]

It has also been rumored that it is an out-of-state employer, so I don't think anyone is sure.

We Go Look just makes a ton of sense and is a hunch, not inside info.

[Urbanized]

It's an out-of-state employer.

[pw405]

It's an out-of-state employer.

Spill the beans!! Any idea when it will be announced? Can you hint at what industry they're in?

[Pete]

A building permit application was filed today for the Monarch building. Not wasting any time.

[catch22]

A building permit application was filed today for the Monarch building. Not wasting any time.

Wow! That is impressive. Given where they seem to be in the process, I’m surprised this stayed under wraps for so long. Usually we at least hear a few hints or whispers.

[HOT ROD]

OKC isn't adding any new towers at the moment, but we sure ARE adding much additional square footage of office space. I think OKC needs this period of infill, to diversify the downtown districts and add more density - fill up what we got. After a few years of this, we can then be at the cusp of more highrise activity as the city grows and expands sectors.

[ChrisHayes]

What Hot Rod said! I get more excited about infill than I do towers. It helps complete the core and drive up property values. 5 years from now you might be able to drive around the downtown area and not see any vacant lots and only people who have been here for a decade or more will remember what it used to be like

[Rover]

OKC isn't adding any new towers at the moment, but we sure ARE adding much additional square footage of office space. I think OKC needs this period of infill, to diversify the downtown districts and add more density - fill up what we got. After a few years of this, we can then be at the cusp of more highrise activity as the city grows and expands sectors.

Totally agree. This type of infill makes all property in the area more valuable. High price/value lots means it only make sense to go tall with reduced footprints. We need patience.

[anb]

Project is starting on 5/21.

[shawnw]

wow, seems quick. already passed design review?

[anb]

wow, seems quick. already passed design review?

I'm not sure, but I would imagine they are just clearing out the parking lots.

[Pete]

I'm not sure, but I would imagine they are just clearing out the parking lots.

Goes before the DDRC on May 17th.

[shawnw]

Ah, okay, cool.

[bombermwc]

removing my comment, wrong building's page....gotta find the right one.

[David]

Did this get approved by the DDRC yesterday?

[Pete]

Did this get approved by the DDRC yesterday?

I believe so.

It was on the consent docket and didn't require presentation.

[BoulderSooner]

I believe so.

It was on the consent docket and didn't require presentation.

the parking lot was roped off this morning

[cinnamonjock]

They already have the construction fence up

[king183]

The company wanting this building must really be ready to go given how quickly Midtown Renaissance appears to be moving on it. I'm excited to find out who it is.

It's these types of projects that add more to OKC's character than skyscrapers, in my opinion. I hope we see many more of these to come.

[Pete]

They are underway:

[king183]

Do we have any idea which company is the anchor tenant here?

[Pete]

[dankrutka]

I'm not one to worry about parking, but I am curious, where is the Garage directing people who ask?

[Pete]

^

I would imagine either the surface lot on the south side of 10th or the parking garage just to the east.

Both are owned by Midtown Renaissance.