ROYAL OAK, MI-Schostak Bros. of Southfield wants to build a six-story, 229,030-sf office building; a seven-story, 101,188-sf hotel; and 14,025-sf of retail, all served by an internal parking structure.

EASTERN MASSACHUSETTS-While the downturn in the economy has begun to be felt in the office market here, a study conducted by Finard & Co. indicates that retail real estate in the suburban market shows little signs of slowing down.

EDEN PRAIRIE, MN-The $40-million building in Dublin, GA will serve 65 consumer electronics stores in Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee. It will bring approximately 250 jobs to the community.

WASHINGTON, DC-Over the next decade, the upscale rental market may surpass the overall growth rate for housing demand. Factors favoring rental housing include shorter commutes, less "work around the house" and changes in the tax law.