We all know 707 is a beaut. Seeing this vantage though, it really makes me want the Barron Building Expansion to go through. It would make for a much more complete street scape on the block. The logical extention of that hope is that the NE corner of 8th Ave & 5th Street also become built up at some point. Sadly, I can't say I've ever heard any proposals for that little parking lot.
I believe the +15 is supposed to go over to the neighbouring building through that empty lot. Even if they did a small park or something it would be far better than what's there now.
So it looks like they've capped the structural portion and the glazing isn't far behind. Now begins the interior work. When is the slated completion date? Late 2017?