Historical February–March 2010 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
On January 14, Richard Baron, CEO of McCormack Baron Salazar, presented a proposal for a mixeduse development on DeBaliviere and Pershing to a group of Skinker DeBaliviere and DeBalivere Place residents at Crossroads College Preparatory School. Baron was assisted by Cady Scott and architect Andy Trivers. Baron first discussed his company’s track record.
It has developed over 15,000 units of housing in St. Louis and across the United States.
It also played a prominent role in Crossroads’ recent green expansion. Metro’s current parking lot is the proposed site for a development that would include retail at the ground level and one and two bedroom rental apartments as well as a parking structure for residents and MetroLink patrons. Rents would range from $700 to $1,200 and 40% of the units would be affordable housing and 60% market rate.
The development would be four stories. McCormack Baron Salazar has submitted an application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for stimulus funds for this project and other sources of capital would be sought. Developers across the nation have sought stimulus funds, projects totaling many times over the sum available. Baron indicated that his firm would pursue the project even if stimulus funds were not forthcoming.
The original concept for this project included the strip mall just to the north. Baron is continuing to talk to the mall owners and hopes development can be expanded northward.
The design of the project will be compatible with the area.
The retail would cover 10,000 square feet and could include a restaurant or facilities useful to transit users.
In addition, certain traffic-related issues would be addressed. Pedestrian crossings would be redesigned and Pershing would receive direct access to the MetroLink station.
The development’s apartments would have universal design. Such design standards permit those with disabilities to live independently. McCormack Baron Salazar has site control now.
The decision about DOT funding will be announced by February 15.
The audience asked a number of questions but no open opposition developed.
Original photograph caption
6 North at Laclede and Sarah is one of Mc Cormack Baron’s mixed-income developments emphasizing universal design. Photographer not credited; not proposed De Baliviere building.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, February–March 2010.
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