Isle of Palms Marina Restaurant

City Council approved a contract with Hill Construction to conduct an assessment of the restaurant building
Completed: Nov 27, 2018
Nov 27 2018
City Council approved a contract with Lee & Associates to assist and advise the City through the Request for Proposals process for the Isle of Palms Marina restaurant lease
Completed: Apr 24, 2019
Apr 24 2019
Hill Construction presents building assessment report to the Real Property Committee
Completed: May 1, 2019
May 1 2019
City advertises a Call for Offers to seek proposals to lease the marina restaurant building and dock space
Completed: Jun 12, 2019
Jun 12 2019
Deadline for submission of proposals. The City received three (3) proposals
Completed: Aug 30, 2019
Aug 30 2019
City Council holds a Special City Council meeting to allow a public presentation of the three (3) proposals received
Completed: Sep 26, 2019
Sep 26 2019
City Council voted for the City to enter into exclusive negotiations with the IOP Families Group (Lorenz & Bushnell) and begin the due diligence period
Completed: Dec 10, 2019
Dec 10 2019
City grants extension request to the restaurant's due diligence period
Completed: Apr 1, 2020
Apr 1 2020
City Council engaged Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd as real estate attorneys to assist in the development of the new marina restaurant lease document
Completed: Jul 27, 2020
Jul 27 2020
City presented the first draft of the lease to the IOP Families Group for their review
Completed: Aug 21, 2020
Aug 21 2020
IOP Families Group returns draft lease agreement with comments and revisions for City's consideration
Completed: Sep 8, 2020
Sep 8 2020
City reviews comments from IOP Families and presents revised version of lease agreement to the restaurant group
Completed: Sep 21, 2020
Sep 21 2020
City staff and IOP Families Group along with the respective attorneys meet to discuss revisions to the second draft of lease agreement
Completed: Sep 29, 2020
Sep 29 2020
IOP Families to return final lease agreement document to the City by Thursday, October 1, 2020
Completed: Oct 1, 2020
Oct 1 2020
City Council unanimously approves lease agreement with the IOP Families Group
Completed: Oct 27, 2020
Oct 27 2020
City Council holds a Special Meeting to further discuss the proposed lease with the IOP Families Group
Completed: Nov 3, 2020
Nov 3, 2020
City Council holds a Special Council meeting approves second reading of proposed lease with IOP Families Group
Completed: Nov 10, 2020
Nov 10 2020
City executes lease agreement with IOP Families Group
Completed: Nov 12, 2020
Nov 12 2020
IOP Families Group presents a Special Exception request to the Board of Zoning Appeals to serve outdoor food and beverages. BOZA grants exception.
Completed: Jan 5, 2021
Jan 5 2021
City Council approves the design of the Restaurant
Completed: Feb 23, 2021
Feb 23 2021
Restaurant Tenants submit plans and specifications to the Building Department to obtain construction permit
Completed: Apr 29, 2021
April 21 2021
Interior demolition complete
Completed: May 4, 2021
May 4, 2021
Building Department issues construction permit
Completed: May 7, 2021
May 7 2021
Stay up to date with the building renovation under "Project Updates" below
Completed: Jun 8, 2021
Jun 8 2021
Restaurant Construction Complete
Completed: May 8, 2022
May 8 2022
Islander 71 Restaurant Opening Day
Completed: May 14, 2022
May 14 2022

The City of Isle of Palms owns the Isle of Palms Marina located on 80 41st Avenue. The site includes a waterfront restaurant on the Intracoastal Waterway, one of the best breathtaking public restaurant sites in the Lowcountry. The restaurant site includes a dedicated dock space along the Intracoastal Waterway and is adjacent to the Isle of Palms Marina and Market Store. 

The City is eager to welcome a partner to create a family friendly restaurant for residents and visitors to enjoy. 

After a comprehensive negotiation process, City Council approved a lease with the IOP Families Group, "Marker 116 LLC" for the operation of the IOP Marina Restaurant. The new tenants will renovate the building and plan to open a new restaurant early 2022. 

 

Project Updates

Building Renovation Update - October 2021
Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Building Update

  • Exterior framing and sheathing inspections complete
  • Electrical and plumbing rough-in inspections scheduled for Monday, 10/18
  • Drywall delivery expected Tuesday, 10/19
  • Upper waterproofed decks at front bar and bar facing the Intracoastal Waterway nearly complete(waiting on remaining deck boards)
  • Entire entry ADA ramp and deck surrounding front and Morgan Creek side completely repaired and replaced
  • HVAC ductwork is on-site and beginning to hang
  • Exterior dry Fire Protection system and Interior wet system 80% complete.  FDC replaced to meet IOPFD requirements.
  • Shiplap exterior siding in progress
  • Audiovisual and security rough-in complete
  • TPO roofing above upper kitchen scheduled for Tuesday, 10/19
  • Tenants continue to evaluate options to provide access to the third floor to the physically challenged.

Restaurant Dock Improvements
Salmon’s Dredging starting work on Monday, 10/18

Building Renovation Update - September 2021
Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Building Update

  • Exterior bar slab and bar framing are complete
  • Nearing completion of wall and overhead rough-in for electric and plumbing.  Approximately one week out for inspections
  • Overhead Sprinkler work and HVAC work set to begin
  • Replaced entire mechanical deck subfloor and installed new parapets and TPO roof
  • Structurally repaired mansard roofs
  • Framed new tower element at entry
  • Entry stair framing set to begin
  • Replaced about 70% of handicap entry deck
  • Siding will begin in the next couple of weeks
  • No longer plans for an elevator, due to expense and structural challenges

Restaurant Dock Improvements
City procured two proposals. Lowest proposal was from Salmons Dredging. City to approve and authorize work.

Parking Lot Improvements
Work completed

Building Renovation Update - August 2021
Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Building Renovation Update

  • Wrapping up interior wall and floor framing
  • All structurally unsound joists on the first floor and under the building repaired
  • Working on strapping the 2-story deck and new bar and new cable rail system
  • Plumbing rough-in nearly complete throughout the building and electrical rough-in complete on the 1st floor
  • New fire sprinkler plans due week of 8/13
  • HVAC units ordered and ductwork installation scheduled for end of August
  • New metal roofing at the dining room area complete
  • Membrane roof at the lower mechanical area scheduled for replacement end of August
  • Construction completion date estimated early 2022

Restaurant Dock Improvements
City is in process of securing an additional proposal for the replacement of damaged/missing dock bumpers and boat fenders to the restaurant portion of the “T” dock. On-site meeting with contractor conducted.

Parking Lot Improvements
Staff is working with the contractor to finalize schedule (Target window August 20th – September 20th)

Building Renovation Update - July 2021
Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Building Renovation Update

  • Wrapping up interior wall and floor framing
  • All structurally unsound joists on the first floor and under the building repaired
  • Working on strapping the 2-story deck and new bar and new cable rail system
  • Plumbing rough-in nearly complete throughout the building and electrical rough-in complete on the 1st floor
  • New fire sprinkler plans due week of 8/13
  • HVAC units ordered and ductwork installation scheduled for end of August
  • New metal roofing at the dining room area complete. Membrane roof at the lower mechanical area scheduled for replacement end of August.
  • Construction completion date estimated early 2022.

Restaurant Dock Improvements
City is in process of securing an additional proposal for the replacement of damaged/missing dock bumpers and boat fenders to the restaurant portion of the “T” dock. On-site meeting with contractor conducted.

Parking Lot Improvements
Staff is working with the contractor to finalize schedule (Target window August 20th – September 20th). 

Building Renovation Update - June 2021
Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Building Renovation Update:

  • Dominion Energy relocated transformer box
  • Upstairs roof strapping secured and inspected
  • Demo complete on Intracoastal Waterway side and the outside bar
  • Footers and steel columns complete at New Boat Ramp Bar
  • Footers complete for new rear deck
  • Construction materials (wood framing materials) ordered for bar and rear deck
  • Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing plans completed for team review. Final stamped plans received.
  • Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing plans sent out for subcontractor pricing
  • Plumbing work expected to start this week
  • Framing at deck and bar to begin when materials are delivered—expected week June 21st

City's Owner’s Representative

  • City held an on-site kick-off meeting with Insight Group, Restaurant Tenant and Contractor, Building Director & City Administrator
  • Insight Group reviewed design plans and specs provided by Tenant
  • Next Steps: Weekly Update Meeting on 6/17

Restaurant Dock Improvements
City is in receipt of proposal from Salmons Dredging for work City is contractually obligated to perform (replacement of damaged/missing dock bumpers and boat fenders). In process of securing an additional proposal.

Parking Lot Improvements

  • City executed contract with BlueTide Construction.
  • Work scheduled for the week of July 12th.
Construction Permit Issued
Friday, May 7, 2021

The City's Building, Planning and Zoning Department issued the construction permit to Marker 116. 

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