Permits have been issued for the construction of a new residential development at 871 North Preston Street in Belmont, West Philadelphia. The project site spans 2,640 square feet and is located between Wiota Street, Ogden Street, Westminster Avenue, and North Preston Street. The owner is listed as 871 N Preston LLC, and the general contractor is LA88 Remod Inc. KCA Design Associates is responsible for the designs.
The total construction cost is listed at $950,000.
871 North Preston Street Plan via KCA Design Associates
The development will consist of a four-story building with nine residential units. The project utilizes a mixed-income housing bonus, which grants additional building height and density in exchange for the inclusion of affordable housing. One of the nine units will be designated as an affordable unit. The building will also feature a roof deck and two rooftop access structures, referred to as pilot houses.
The structure will rise to a maximum height of 44 feet and offer a total construction area of 9,590 square feet. The lot coverage is 72.6 percent, with 27.4 percent of the site preserved as open space. The front setback aligns with the neighboring structures, while the rear yard will provide 12 feet of separation.
871 North Preston Street Rear Elevation via KCA Design Associates
Architectural elevations show a brick-clad front facade with vertically aligned windows and a centered entrance. The rear and side elevations are articulated in horizontal siding.
871 North Preston Street Side Elevation via KCA Design Associates871 North Preston Street Side Elevation via KCA Design Associates
The estimated construction timeline has not been revealed yet.
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That neighborhood looks forgotten.
Hopefully, this will be one of many on this street.
The proximity to the Philadelphia Zoological Gardens and Fairmount Park within a reasonable walking distance is a major attraction for this emerging development.
There was no mention of parking which is concerning.
Fortunately, you have numerous SEPTA services, including bus routes 38 and 40.
No one worked overtime on this design.
Belmont benefits from the addition of nine residential units and perhaps 15 new neighbors. The roof decks should be fun.