The Landmarks Preservation Commission designated Public School 66, located at 85-11 102nd Street in Queens, as a city landmark. The school was constructed in 1898-1899 and represents the transition of the area from a rural farming community into a vibrant residential neighborhood. This designation does not conflict with the Zoning Resolution or any plans for development.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission designated the Ridgewood Theater Building, located at 55-27 Myrtle Avenue in Queens, as a city landmark. The school was constructed in 1916 and was one of the longest-running movie theaters in the country before its closing in 2008. This designation does not conflict with the Zoning Resolution or any plans for development.
The Landmarks Preservation Commission designated the West Park Presbyterian Church, located at 165 West 86th Street in Manhattan, as a city landmark. The building was constructed in 1889-1890 and is an example of Romanesque Revival architecture. This designation does not conflict with the Zoning Resolution or any plans for development.
Rose Plaza on the River LLC submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Map, which would change and establish districts in the Williamsburg area of Brooklyn. Property along Kent and Division Avenues will be rezoned. The applications, C 080340 ZSK, N 100056 ZRK, N 080341 ZAK and N080342 ZCK, are being considered concurrently with this application.
Rose Plaza on the River LLC submitted an application for a special permit to modify the height and setback regulations of waterfront blocks. This will facilitate the construction of a mixed-use development and a public waterfront esplanade along the East River in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The applications, C 080339 ZMK, N 100056 ZRK, N 080341 ZAK and N 080342 ZCK, are being considered concurrently with this application.
Rose Plaza on the River LLC submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution, which would make the Inclusionary Housing program applicable to more areas in Brooklyn. This will facilitate the construction of a mixed-use development and a public waterfront esplanade along the East River in Williamsburg. The applications, C 080339 ZMK, C 080340 ZSK, N 080341 ZAK, and N 080342 ZCK, are being considered concurrently with this application.
Clove Lakes Civic Association submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Map, which would rezone 20 blocks in Staten Island. This will facilitate the expansion of the Special Hillsides District in the Sunnyside neighborhood of the borough, bordered by Victory Boulevard, Highland Avenue, Howard Avenue and Clove Road. This rezoning will preserve the low-density character of the area by encouraging the pattern of one-family detached homes.
The Department of City Planning submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution, which would clarify, revise and introduce new regulations to preserve and enhance the streetscape character of residential neighborhoods. This text amendment was developed in response to concerns about inappropriate curb cuts and parking pads in low-density residential districts.
Skanska USA Civil Northeast Inc. submitted an application for an amendment of the Zoning Resolution, which would modify the requirements of the Special College Point District in Queens. This zoning text amendment will modify the buffer areas located outside the manufacturing districts.
The Department of Citywide Administrative Services submitted a Notice of Intent for use of property in Brooklyn. The property is located at 2 MetroTech and will be used as office space by the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications.