The Capitol Hill Times recently had an article about the massive condo project that will take out two gay clubs. The project at 514 E Pine Street will take out both Manray and Pony. Many in the community are afraid that the huge project will take out much of the character of Pine Street. Wade Metz represents the development company.
However, contrary to a stated neighborhood desire that the night-life character of the block be retained, Metz reiterated that his company will not be renting space to bars or night clubs.
“We are not interested in bars because of the amount of difficulties we’ve had with them in the past. We’ve owned plenty of real estate, and bars are a delicate balance. We are trying to put in retail that’s good for the neighborhood and for the residents of the building.”
I suppose we will see what is “good for the neighborhood.” However, Pony bar would not even exist if Cha Cha Lounge had not moved because of the impending demolition. Manray is set to close immediately after Thanksgiving weekend.
The Capitol Hill Times provided this photo of what the project will potentially look like:
Hardly resembles the current Pine Street
