A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding the establishment of Olmsted-Beil House Park as a City park, as requested by the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) in order to preserve the uniqueness of the site. The request was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding the UDAAP designation and project approval of spaces on East 2nd and 3rd Streets, Manhattan, as requested by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development. The project would facilitate the development of two, seven-story buildings to be named Diversity Houses as low-income housing and community facility space. The project was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding a Notice of Intent to Acquire Office Space, located at 1209 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, requested by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS). The request was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding a proposed zoning text amendment that would establish zoning on a portion of Battery Park City that was unpreviously zoned. The amendment would place zoning on Site 26 and would also establish additional street wall, maximum height, and setback regulations. The request was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding an amendment to the City Map filed by the Department of Transportation (DOT) on March 8, 2002. The amendment involves the establishment of Andrews Avenue between 58th Street and 60th Road; the elimination of 58th Street between Arnold Avenue and 60th Street and the discontinuance and closing of a portion thereof; the adjustment of grades necessitated thereby; and any acquisition or disposition of real property related thereto. The amendment was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission regarding the designation of the Hecla Iron Works Building by the Landmarks Preservation Commission. It was ultimately concluded that the subject landmark designation does not conflict with the Zoning Resolution or any projected improvements or plans for growth and development in the vicinity of the landmark.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding an amendment of the Zoning Map filed by Gifford's Lane Civic Association and Council Member Lanza in response to community concerns on November 12, 2003 to rezone an approximatey 62 block area from R3-1 to R2, R3A and R3X and from R3-2 to R3A and R2 in the Great Kills Section of Staten Island, Community District 3. Amendment was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission regarding the landmark designation of the Avenue H Station by the Landmarks Preservation Commission. It was ultimately concluded that the subject landmark designation does not conflict with the Zoning Resolution or any projected improvements or plans for growth and development in the vicinity of the landmark.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding the UDAAP designation and project approval of property at 246 West 116th Street, Manhattan, as requested by the Department of Housing Preservation Development. The project would facilitate development of a seven-story building to be named Cassiopeia Apartments for low-income persons. The project was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding an amendment to the city map filed by the Hudson Related Associates, LLC, on January 16, 2003, for the establishment of a southerly extension of Main Street; the elimination, discontinuance and closing of a portion of Main Street at the existing southerly terminus, adjustment of grades necessitated, and acquisition or disposition of property related thereto. The amendment was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding the UDAAP designation and project approval of property on East 3rd and 4th Streets, Cooper Square Urban Renewal Area, as requested by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development. The project would facilitate the rehabilitation and disposition of six buildings and a vacant lot, tentatively known as the East 4th Street Cultural District, to preserve and promote cultural activity of East 4th Street.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding an amendment of the Zoning Map filed by Council Member Lanza in response to community concerns on December 12, 2003 to rezone a 28 block area from R3A and R3-1 to R1-2 and R3X in the Great Kills section of Staten Island, Community District 3. The amendment was ultimately approved by CPC.
A report by the City Planning Commission regarding the landmark designation of the New York New Jersey Telephone and Telegraph Building by the Landmarks Preservation Commission. It was ultimately concluded that the subject landmark designation does not conflict with the Zoning Resolution or any projected improvements or plans for growth and development in the vicinity of the landmark.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding a proposed zoning map amendment to an area generally bounded by Middletown Road, Bronx River Parkway, Eastchester Bay, and the East River, of which the largest neighborhood is Throgs Neck. The request was ultimately approved by CPC.
Two Trees Management Co. submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Map. This would change and establish districts in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn.
Two Trees Management Company submitted an application for a special permit to modify the Use Regulations to allow residential use of a four-story building at Water Street within the Fulton Ferry Landing historic district in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding the application for an amendment to the New York City Zoning Resolution, filed by the Department of City Planning to create a C3A zoning district that would allow marine related commercial uses, currently allowed in the exisiting C3 zoning district, but limit residential development to one and two-family detached homes (see cases C040479 ZMX, N040481 ZRY, and N040482 ZRX for applications considered concurrently with this one). Request was ultimately approved by CPC.
The Department of City Planning submitted an application for an amendment to the Zoning Resolution to address the issues of overdevelopment, parking and inappropriate development in lower density residential districts within the Throgs Neck area of Bronx. This would provide better site design options and adequate locations for parking and maintaining yard and open space areas.
The American Package Company filed an application for an amendment of the Zoning Map to change a district into a Special Mixed Use District. This property will be bounded by Freeman Street, Franklin Street, and Green Street and will help facilitate the conversion of an existing building to residential use, while maintaining the manufacturing operation currently occuring within the building.
The American Package Company filed an application for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution to create a Special Mixed Use District in the Greenpoint community of Brooklyn.
The Department of Citywide Administrative Services filed an application for the disposition of city-owned propery located at 1063 Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The lot is vacant, but is surrounded by buildings with industrial and commercial use.
The Department of City Planning submitted an application for an mentment of the Zoning Map to eliminate, change, and establish districts. This will rezone 88 blocks in Brookville, Queens to reinforce the low density of the neighborhood and reflect the area's commercial uses.
A report by the City Planning Commission (CPC) regarding the UDAAP designation and project approval of property on East 160th and 161st Streets, as requested by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development. The project would facilitate the development of a nine story building, tentatively known as Parkview Commons, as low-income housing.
The Department of City Planning submitted an application for an amendment to the Zoning Resolution to address the issues of overdevelopment, parking and inappropriate development on the waterfront. This would require a street to be built and improved for the purposes of determining a waterfront block.
Two Trees Management Company submitted an application for a special permit to facilitate the development of a building with residential, retail, and community use and a public parking garage. This will be located on a block bounded by Water Street, Dock Street, Main Street and Front Street in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn.
Two Trees Management Company submitted an application for a special permit to exempt floor area from the definition of floor area and to facilitate the construction of a public parking garage in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn. This will be located on a lot at Water Street.
The Department of City Planning submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Map to rezone fifteen blocks in the Van Cortlandt Village neighborhood of the Bronx. This will help reflect and reinforce the neighborhood's residential context, while preserving the low and mid-rise buildings within the community.
IKEA Property, Inc. submitted an application for a special permit to modify the maximum building height requirements of the Zoning Resolution. This will help facilitate the development of a commercial building in Red Hook, Brooklyn, which would contain a furniture store, retail and restaurant buildings, and a waterfront public access area.
IKEA Property, Inc. submitted an application for a grant of authorization, which would allow the corporation to modify the requirements of the Zoning Resolution. This will help facilitate the development of a commercial building in Red Hook, Brooklyn, which will contain a furniture store, retail and restaurant buildings, and a waterfront public access area.
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development submitted an application to facilitate the development of a building, known as the Odyssey House, in Manhattan. This will provide housing for low-income persons with mental illnesses.
1800 Park Avenue LLC submitted an application for a special permit to facilitate the construction of a public parking garage, located below a proposed residential and commercial building. This building will be constructed at East 125th Street and Park Avenue.
West 37th Group LLC submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution, which would amend the permitted projection of signs across street lines on zoning lots. This will change the signs in manufacturing zones within the Theater Subdistrict of Manhattan.
The Department of City Planning submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Map, which would rezone 28 blocks in Jamaica Hill, Queens. This area will be rezoned to better reflect the neighborhood, characterized by detached homes and local commercial and retail buildings.
The Department of Housing Preservation and Development submitted an application to facilitate the development of a building known as the Beatrice Castiglia Catullo Residence. It will be used as housing for the elderly in the Bronx.
IKEA Property, Inc. submitted an application for a special permit to facilitate the development of large retail establishments, such as a furniture store, restaurant buildings, and a waterfront public access area, in Red Hook, Brooklyn.