Olivette EDC hears updates on Audi site, Olive Crossing, Irvington Apartments and self‑storage interest

Planning staff provided the Economic Development Commission with a roundup of active projects and permitting notes at the May 29 meeting.

Permits for an Audi project are reportedly issued, signage has gone up and construction was expected to begin by mid‑June, with an early‑2025 opening targeted. Staff also updated the commission on Olive Crossing’s Lot 3, reminding members the developer has a permit window that could lapse in June; staff warned that the city is considering adopting new building codes that might require resubmission under updated standards if current permits are voided.

The Irvington Apartments project was described as moving toward permit issuance and potential summer construction. Staff characterized the development’s scope as about 207 apartment units while noting plans had been revised and that authorized units and final plans were subject to the building process.

Commissioners also discussed self‑storage (easy storage) proposals in the area, noting market demand, assessment concerns raised previously by developers, and property‑maintenance expectations. Separately, commissioners explored how changing restaurant footprints, mobile ordering and curbside pickup affect zoning and whether existing code language adequately covers drive‑through versus curbside operations.

Next steps: staff will monitor permit deadlines, bring code proposals or clarifications when needed, and continue outreach on project timelines. No formal votes were taken during these updates.