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MIDTOWN GARDEN DISTRICT MASTER PLAN ADOPTED

November 23, 2017 by Thom Abbott

Midtown Garden DistrictAs you may know from visiting this website, we primarily focus on the condo living options of Midtown Atlanta. Alas, but there IS another option in Midtown…and that is the Historic or Garden District! 

MIDTOWN GARDEN DISTRICT MASTER PLAN ADOPTED

Tucked in the trees, and away from the hustle of Peachtree Street is the Midtown Garden District. Here, tree-lined streets lead to historic homes built in the 1920’s to the 40’s. There are the occasional small apartment complexes and even some condo conversions tucked in…but it’s mostly these stately homes. 

The Midtown Neighbors’ Association has long been the residents voice for ALL of Midtown Atlanta. Not just Peachtree Street. And not just the Garden District. It has listened to, and addressed many concerns from the neighbors, who’s challenges can vary based on where they live. Peachtree Street residents have dealt with rowdy clubs, and the Garden District has dealt with safety (the need for more street lights) as well as preserving the unique character of the area. 

Enter the Midtown Garden District Master Plan. 

Historic Midtown Garden DistrictOn Monday, November 6, 2017, the Atlanta City Council adopted legislation to include the Midtown Garden District Master Plan into the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City of Atlanta. It sets forth the development vision, policies and an implementation plan for the City and its neighborhoods for the next 20 years.

The Midtown Garden District is bounded by 10th Street, Ponce de Leon Avenue, Piedmont Avenue and Lakeview Avenue. The district is characterized by early twentieth-century historic homes, mid-century apartment buildings, a compact street grid, rolling topography and extensive mature tree canopy. In 1999, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.

The Midtown Garden District continues (and will continue to) see increased development pressures, traffic impacts and aging infrastructure issues. By creating a master plan, it will help ensure that future neighborhood growth meets the vision of today’s neighbors. The process was about building consensus around what the neighborhood wants to see in the future. Neighborhood residents came together to collaborate in dozens of public workshops and focus group meetings and participated in a two-month online survey. The Strategic Planning Committee and Planners also held countless smaller more intimate conversations with residents to hear their concerns. 

You can read more about the Midtown Garden District Master Plan at the neighborhood website. 

Filed Under: Atlanta Real Estate For Sale Or Rent, Blog, Midtown Atlanta News and Events, Midtown Photos Tagged With: Intown Atlanta Real Estate, midtown atlanta real estate, Midtown Neighbors' Association

Midtown Garden Tour Sunday May 17, 2015

May 14, 2015 by Thom Abbott

As you stand on your balcony looking out over Midtown (especially if you are looking East) you see a delightful canopy of trees…something Atlanta strives very hard to preserve. But there is something else amongst those trees…

…beautiful homes, and even smaller condominium communities, sidewalks…and gardens. In fact, LOTS of gardens!

Midtown Garden Tour Sunday May 17, 2015

Midtown Garden Tour May 14, 2015This Sunday, instead of the walk through Piedmont Park, you have an opportunity to view some 36 gardens featuring fountains, pools, and hidden terraces that are open for view. And best of all…it’s FREE!!!!

Take a stroll and see just how unique and special Historic Midtown Atlanta is. This is the area East of Juniper Street over to Monroe, and from 10th Street to Ponce De Leon Avenue. You will be amazed at what you are going to find!!!

Maps for the event and the gardens available to view will be posted on the Facebook Page, Midtown Garden Tour on Sunday morning. Maps can also be obtained at the “tour headquarters” located at 795 Myrtle Street.

Here’s hoping MyMidtownMojo will see you in the garden!

Filed Under: Condominiums of Midtown, Interesting Stories, Midtown Atlanta News and Events Tagged With: Midtown Neighbors' Association, So You Know, Special Events

Will History Be a Part of Midtown Atlanta…or will it be just….History?

March 17, 2015 by Thom Abbott

Most of my blogging is directed at real estate…helping visitors to this site, as well as other potential real estate clients learn about Midtown Atlanta, its housing options, its lifestyle. Most of my posts related to lifestyle are about where to eat, or what to do, or festivals in Midtown and surrounding areas. But there are other things that add to the lifestyle of Midtown Atlanta.

Midtown Atlanta History

Its history. Or maybe we should call it “The Disappearing History of Midtown.”

We all know about progress. Without progress, things would never change. We all get that. But not always, is change a good thing. Especially when it comes to history. I recently just spent 3 weeks in Hawaii. If you’ve never visited the Big Island, I strongly recommend it. But, what I found there, was so many historic and sacred places that were marked and preserved. And people were asked to respect it.

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“Care for the things of the past. Once altered, they are gone forever.”

6thJuniperMidtown Atlanta is again experience a renaissance of sorts with new construction. Apartment buildings are literally going up on every corner! But at what cost to the history of Midtown? Much of the construction IS going into (or on) vacant land or parking lots. But the recent razing of a beautiful historic Midtown home at 6th and Juniper brings into question, are we caring for things of the past? Or is it all about progress and the development dollar.

Here is a link to a GREAT story written by Maria Saporta in the SaportaReport. It pretty much says it all.

I recently saw a thread on Facebook and the outcry from many that they could not believe this home had been torn down. Well, people, it is up to us, or certainly the residents/property owners that live in these areas to decide if they want to preserve their neighborhood, or let it continue to be the bullseye of the wrecking ball.

6thJuniperAfter

The Midtown Neighbors’ Association will host a meeting with preservation experts on Thursday, March 19th from 7-8PM at the Grace United Methodist Church. You can find more information here! 

A big shout out and thanks to Maria Saporta for this story and her photos we have shown here.

Filed Under: Interesting Stories, Random Topics Tagged With: midtown atlanta real estate, Midtown Neighbors' Association, News, So You Know

Electric Car Ride And Drive Midtown Atlanta November 22 10-2pm

November 19, 2014 by Thom Abbott

Nissan LeafEver wondered if the hype about an electric call is all it’s….well hyped up to be?

Is an electric car an option for you? How do you charge them? How do they drive?

Hey Midtown Atlanta, hows about an Electric Car Ride and Drive?

This Saturday, November 22, from 10am – 2pm you can stop by the Atlanta Civic Center, at 395 Piedmont Avenue (corner of Ralph McGill Blvd and Piedmont Avenue and find out for yourself!

Electric Car Ride And Drive Midtown Atlanta

The event will have electric cars from BMW, Chevrolet, Nissan and Tesla! You will be able to learn more about the technology, finance and lease options, and current tax credits and dealer incentives. And my all important question, How to get a charging station installed at home. 

Back in my days on the Midtown Neighbors’ Association Board of Directors, as all the new condo buildings were being developed, the Design Review Committee (DRC) of the Midtown Alliance would waive the requirement for developers to install electric car charging stations. They were not at all that popular in 2005-2009…..and now here we are! I’ll be doing a follow up on condo buildings and looking to see if the Board’s have any plans to go back and install these charging systems, or if the residents are even asking for them.

Hope to see you” on the road” at the Civic Center on Saturday for the Electric Car Ride and Drive!

Midtown Atlanta Electric Cars

Filed Under: Blog, Interesting Stories, Random Topics Tagged With: midtown Events, Midtown Neighbors' Association, News, odds and ends

Midtown Neighbors Association |Mingle in Midtown March 20, 2013

March 17, 2014 by Thom Abbott

Looking to learn more about the Midtown Atlanta neighborhood? Many condominium residents forget that they actually live in TWO communities….their condo building AND Midtown Atlanta!

Midtown Neighbors Association |Mingle in Midtown March 20, 2013

If you’d like to know more about Midtown, and meet some of the people that live here, then check out the Midtown Neighbors’ Association (MNA) Mingle in Midtown!

Midtown Atlanta Midtown Neighbors' Association

 

March 2014 Part2

Filed Under: Blog, Midtown Atlanta News and Events Tagged With: midtown Events, Midtown Neighbors' Association

Midtown Neighbors’ Association Presents Community Leaders Social | May 15 6-8:30PM

April 23, 2013 by Thom Abbott

MNA Midtown Neighbor's AssociationIf you don’t live in Midtown Atlanta, you might not think of it as anything more than a bunch of high rise buildings. But, there is a vibrant community of people that not only work in Midtown, but LIVE in Midtown Atlanta! You need to meet the people that live here (or around you if you already live there) and one way to do that is the Midtown Neighbors’ Association Community Leaders Social!

This event is one of the monthly Mingle in Midtown social events that MNA hosts, but this one has a special twist. On May 15th, from 6-8:30pm, you also have the opportunity to meet your Community Leaders, such as police, fire and Atlanta City Council. Who know’s maybe the Mayor will pass by….it is an election year after all!

Midtown Neighbors’ Association Community Leaders Social will take place on Wednesday, May 15th from 6-8:30pm at the NEW location of Cafe Intermezzo, located at the corner of 11th and Peachtree Streets, next to the Loews’ Midtown Atlanta Hotel!

Come on out, meet your neighbors, your community leaders and enjoy some cocktails and conversation! I look forward to seeing you there!!

Midtown Neighbors Association Community Leaders Social

Filed Under: Blog, Condominiums of Midtown Tagged With: midtown atlanta real estate, Midtown Culture, Midtown Neighbors' Association, Special Events

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