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12-05-2025
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ZBA grants variances for six-story, 51-unit mixed-use building at North End Superette site
Members of Manchester's Zoning Board of Adjustment have granted variances for plans to build a new six-story, 51-unit multifamily housing development at the site of a popular Manchester convenience store. Plans submitted by Granite Earth LLC show the store, North End Superette at 1308 Elm St., would remain part of the new, larger structure, which includes commercial uses on the first two floors — including a new underground parking garage with 39 spaces. Granite Earth LLC sought a density variance to allow 51 units where 15 units are allowed under Section 8.04 of the city's Zoning Ordinance, as well as a variance from visual clearance area required for a corner lot. The variances were approved on a 3-2 vote, DEV LLC owns the approximately 9,200-square-foot property at 1308 Elm St. that has frontage on Elm Street, Fir Street and North Hampshire Lane. Daniel Muller, an attorney at the Manchester-based law firm Cronin Bisson & Zalinsky P.C., represented DEV LLC at the ZBA meeting. 'The proposal here is to create a mixed-use building consistent with many of the other mixed-use buildings that are found along this section of Elm Street,' Muller said. 'We are here tonight for basically two reasons. The lot is not large enough for the proposed density, and the building is a corner lot and doesn't have the necessary clearance of the corners.' The underlying building dates back to 1890, according to assessment records. The property has its origins in the 19th century as one of the lots shown on the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company plans. Through 2023, the northerly portion of the property was subject to a lease for approximately 20 parking spaces, and located within the Central Business District zoning district. Granite Earth had hoped to incorporate the existing store into the larger mixed-use building. 'My understanding (from the applicant) is that his structural engineers have suggested that perhaps what they'll have to do is replace the existing building, for structural reasons, with something new,' Muller said. 'It'd be a similar space to what's currently there, but it would technically be part of a new structure, rather than a simple incorporation of the existing structure.' Muller was asked if his client considered any level of voucher or affordable housing units in the project. 'I think the plan right now is to make them standard market rates,' Muller said. Two residents aired concerns with the proposal during a public hearing on the variance requests. Brittany Ping, a Putnam Street resident, said she is an authorized agent for 1354 Elm Street Real Estate LLC, an abutter to the property. 'Their concern, I understand, is not density, it's line of sight,' Ping said. 'So that property does have concerns about their mixed use commercial tenants exiting, and also they have billboards, so it is going to impact their revenue directly, because their billboards will not be visible when you put a story structure taller than their second story billboards that are facing Elm Street.' Deborah Boucher, a resident of Myrtle Street, said she doesn't think the developer is allowing for enough parking. 'I live in a building of six apartments, and not one of them doesn't have more than one vehicle — they have anywhere from one to three,' Boucher said. 'So I don't really see how people are going to live in an apartment building that don't have any parking available to them. I mean, he's allowing for 30 something lots, but there's 50 something apartments. I just am really concerned about all the density that's been put in that area. It's not good.' Aly Rosenblatt lives on Elm Street. She said there are things she both likes and disagrees with concerning the proposal, and supports the density variance to allow for more housing in the city, but believes there should be at least 10% reserved for Section Eight voucher holders and targeted to low income housing. 'At a baseline, we do need more housing stock, which is why I am generally supportive of the density variance requested here,' Rosenblatt said. 'But more than that, we do need to ensure that new housing is going to be accessible to low-income renters, and because too many of these new developments going up are either going for standard market rate or they're going for workforce housing, which is not targeting the truly affordable housing that we need.' The first and second floors will consist of parking and a commercial unit, with the second floor being at street level. Parking on the first two floors will consist of 39 spaces, including three handicap-accessible parking spaces. The owner also proposes including an EV charging station on each of the first two levels. There are two proposed entry points to the garage, one on the upper Elm Street side and another on the lower North Hampshire Lane side. The upper five stories of the structure would consist of 51 one-bedroom and studio apartments, with proposed amenities including a street-level mail room, a trash chute to a street-level dumpster, laundry room, theater, recreational room, fitness room, a common dining room/kitchen and common area top level deck with a barbecue grill.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
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Aeropay Expands Banking Network Through Partnership with Regent Bank, Enhancing Payment Flexibility
Partnership Increases Access to ACH, RTP, and FedNow Services, Supporting a Seamless Banking Experience CHICAGO, March 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aeropay, a leading provider of pay-by-bank solutions, announced its partnership with Regent Bank today, further expanding its robust banking network to enable fast, secure transactions. Regent Bank, a trusted institution known for its innovative financial services, joins Aeropay's growing ecosystem of banking partners, offering clients and end-users access to ACH, Real-Time Payments (RTP), and FedNow services. "Businesses need banking partnerships that prioritize flexibility, reliability, and risk mitigation," said Steve Baker, Chief Innovation Officer at Regent Bank. "Working with Aeropay aligns with our mission to deliver secure, customer-centric payment solutions, empowering businesses to scale with confidence." The partnership between Aeropay and Regent Bank underscores the importance of a diversified banking network, enabling businesses to maintain uninterrupted payment operations and mitigate risk. By integrating with multiple banking partners, Aeropay ensures businesses have multiple banking options, providing continuity in the event of service disruptions. "Aeropay's mission is to create a seamless and secure digital payment ecosystem for businesses, and our partnership with Regent Bank marks another step in achieving that goal," said Daniel Muller, Founder and CEO of Aeropay. "By adding Regent Bank to our network, we're providing our clients with enhanced access to modern payment services and a more resilient banking infrastructure." Aeropay's banking network includes a diverse group of financial institutions, allowing businesses to leverage cutting-edge payment technologies. Regent Bank joins this ecosystem, delivering tailored solutions that cater to businesses of all sizes and industries. Services provided through the Aeropay-Regent Bank partnership include: ACH (Automated Clearing House): A reliable solution for processing large volumes of electronic transactions. Real-Time Payments (RTP): Instant transaction capabilities, enabling businesses to manage cash flow with precision. FedNow: A new, fast payment service facilitating immediate funds availability. Through Aeropay's solutions, businesses benefit from seamless integration with their existing financial systems while leveraging industry-leading compliance and security measures at the core of the platform. About Aeropay Aeropay is a cutting-edge payment technology provider specializing in account-to-account payment solutions. Focusing on open banking and seamless integration, Aeropay delivers efficient payment processing solutions to a range of industries, including gaming, health and wellness, and e-commerce. For more information, visit or email hello@ About Regent Bank Regent Bank is a leading financial institution known for its relationship-driven approach to banking. With specialized divisions in Ag Banking, Healthcare Private Banking, Cannabis Banking, Tech, and Hispanic Business Banking, Regent Bank serves a diverse clientele, providing tailored financial solutions and exceptional service. The bank operates multiple locations in Oklahoma, Texas and Missouri, continuously striving to build and deepen relationships with its clients and communities. Regent Bank is a Member FDIC. View source version on Contacts To schedule an interview, please contact:Lindsay Raleigh, Head of 630-995-6935 Sign in to access your portfolio
