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Buchanan Partners

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Woodbridge, VA

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4 years, 4 months ago


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Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year ago
Charles, great comments. The development will have a series of dedicated pedestrian and bike paths and we have been working with OmniRide on planning bus stops within the development itself.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year ago
Liz, Quartz District will have an extensive network of pedestrian paths and dedicated bike lanes that will connect the various neighborhoods within the development as well as the existing paths on Prince William Parkway and Minnieville Road. In addition to the adventure park, there will be pocket parks throughout the development and an larger open space for gathering within the commercial core of the project.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year ago
Symone, thanks for your comments on charging stations and bike/scooter rentals. We are definitely planning these in the ultimate design of Quartz District.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year ago
Brenda, we are dog people and will definitely have amenities geared toward them!
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year ago
Justin, we couldn't agree more. We have found that businesses thrive in areas where there is a mix of residential, retail and office uses. Quartz District will have all of these components which will help attract the businesses and type of entertainment uses you are describing.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year ago
Pat, thanks for your comments. The conceptual plan is heavily focused on the pedestrian experience with green space and outdoor amenities being a major component of that effort. We'll be sharing more of these design elements as the plans evolve.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year, 2 months ago
Ken and JJ, we agree with you both. Our primary efforts over the past 3 years have been on transportation and attracting a high quality grocer as our anchor tenant. Now that we have the grocer on board we are engaging with high-quality restaurants and retailers not currently in this market. Stay tuned for our pending anchor tenant announcement!
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year, 2 months ago
Chet, we understand your concerns. Our proffers will provide funds for use by the County at their discretion for the four intersections adjacent to the primary Prince William Parkway/Minnieville Road intersection.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year, 2 months ago
Chet, we are dedicating a 19 acre public use site that is currently identified as a combination school and destination park site. However, the County has the ability to decide how the site is ultimately used between those uses.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year, 2 months ago
Danita, we agree. Our goal is to create a true high quality, mixed-use destination that will attract high quality employment and retail uses. Stay tuned for the announcement of our retail anchor.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 1 year, 2 months ago
Christopher, we couldn't agree more. Stay tuned for the pending announcement of our anchor tenant that will definitely help elevate the project and community as a whole.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 2 months ago
Keaton, thanks for your comments. We agree on the need for diverse and affordable housing options for the workforce. A goal of Quartz District is to help address this issue with our planned mix of housing types. Stay tuned for updates on this issue.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 2 months ago
Thanks for your comments and we agree the traffic is challenging. Now that the transportation improvement bond referendum has been approved we will be providing a transportation update soon on plans to improve the Prince William/Minnieville intersection.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 2 months ago
Jess, thanks for your comments. Now that the transportation improvement bond referendum has been approved we will be providing a transportation update soon.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 2 months ago
Also, you can follow the progress and provide input and feedback on the project through this website. Thanks.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 2 months ago
Alisha, thanks for your comments. Now that the transportation improvement bond referendum has been approved we will be providing a transportation update soon.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Jason, thank you for your comments. We are doing research on similar developments to gather more information on student generation rates based on housing product type. The County is also working on a similar exercise. Stay tuned.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Paul, thanks for your comments. We will continue to work with County staff to address school and transportation proffers that will benefit the immediate area. Stay tuned to the County's progress with the small area plan which will also consider schools and transportation.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Thanks for you supportive comments. Your goals align with our goals which is to provide a mix of quality residential product types that are lacking in this market area and will be necessary to create the kind of mixed-use, retail environment you describe.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Magally, we appreciate your comments and understand your concerns. Our intent is to provide a strong proffer package for transportation to alleviate existing and proposed traffic volume in addition to considerable proffers to benefit the school infrastructure. Because the site is located within the Dale City Small Area Plan we will be able to offer proffers with our rezoning.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Harold, thanks for your comments. These are the kinds of amenities we are planning to deliver with this project. Stay tuned for more updates as the design progresses.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Marco, thanks for your interest. The entitlement process is progressing and the Dale City Small Area Plan process should be completed later this year. Our hope is to have a viable rezoning approval in early 2020. Stay tuned for updates.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 9 months ago
Les, thanks for your comments. Our primary goal is to create the kind of amenity rich environment you describe. We recently attended the ICSC retail convention and the interest in this location is strong and growing. Stay tuned for future updates.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 12 months ago
Kristin, thanks for your comments. The primary goal of the project is that our mix of residential, office, high-quality retail/dining options and placemaking design concepts will create a true destination with multiple gathering places and amentiies for people of all ages. We are focused on making transportation improvements as they will be an important part of the success of the project.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 12 months ago
Jason and KW, thanks for your comments. Transportation improvements will be a component of our project and an important part of the success of the project. Additionally, we believe our mix of residential, office, high-quality retail and placemaking design concepts will create a true destination with multiple gathering places and amentiies for people of all ages.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 3 years, 12 months ago
Patrick, thank you for your comments. We are glad you are excited. Our mix of residential, office and retail amenities will be different from what currently exisits in this area and will create tax base, increase property values and add to the quality of life. Transportation improvements will be a component of our project and an important part of the success of the project.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
Ben, we agree with your concerns regarding the existing traffic congestion. Please see our most recent update for more information.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
Rebecca and Connie, we understand your concerns regarding the existing traffic congestion. Please see our most recent update on this issue.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
Michael, thanks for your comments on the traffic congestion. Please see our update for more information.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
J, we understand your concerns regarding traffic congestion. Please check our most recent update for more information.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
Jace, it's difficult to predict exactly when construction will begin but we are currently targeting sometime in early 2021. Check back for more updates as things progress.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
Ally, thanks for your comments. The cemetery visible from Minnieville is the Glascock Family Cemetery. The cemetery has been well researched in the past, is not a part of our property and will not be disturbed or impacted in any way by our planned project.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 1 month ago
Meredythe, thank you for your comments and concerns. I believe you are asking about the Glascock Family Cemetery that is located adjacent to the First Baptist Church. The cemetery has been well researched in the past, is not a part of our property and will not be disturbed or impacted in any way by our planned project.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 2 months ago
John, we will be working closely with Prince William County to improve the transportation infrastructure in the immediate area. Thanks for your comments.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 2 months ago
Thanks for your ideas, Bob. We believe a strong community needs to include quality outdoor spaces to promote activity and community interaction.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 2 months ago
Mike, thank you for your comments. We plan to provide a range of high quality housing types in a mixed-use environment with retail and amenities that should support strong property values in the area.
Buchanan Partners commented on Quartz District 4 years, 2 months ago
Thanks for your comments, Frantz. Our goal is to deliver the type of community you describe. We feel this type of walk-able, mixed-use environment is something that will benefit both existing and new residents and employees in the area.