CHARLOTTE-The first draft that would refurbish about one quarter of the center city is off the drawing board. The plan has the old city hall building as its focal point and suggests opening the landmark to private enterprise. But some who have seen the plan are already objecting to the great amount of space set aside for parking spaces.

BOSTON-As further indication of the growth of the North Station market, Daejan Holdings PLC increases its presence here by paying $21.3 million or over $200 per sf for a 102,000 sf building. This is the London-based company's fourth building in the city.

DENVER-Liberty Media isn't standing idle as it awaits a break from AT&T. The Colorado-based Liberty has spent another $256 million for Cendant stock, bringing its total up to $656 million since last year.

LOS ANGELES-Healthallies.com to expand in Glendale, while claims-administration company renews lease in Pasadena.