Chapman Building redevelopment progresses; design, elevator and tenant strategy remain priorities

Matt of M & F Real Estate told the board the Chapman Building design and engineering are the major remaining tasks and that he expects permit submittal by late September, giving a conservative buffer for reviews. He said the project will prioritize a first-floor restaurant with mezzanine seating and multiple small second-floor office tenants; an elevator and structural work around an original 130-year-old wall remain design concerns.

On timing, Matt said he tentatively aimed to have permit sets turned in toward the end of September and that he had provided floor plans and renderings to staff. "We should I put September 28 to have our our permit set turned in. I really think it's gonna be the 21st, but I gave a a weak buffer," Matt said describing the schedule. Board members emphasized coordination with parklets, parking strategy, and tenant fit given limited footprint.