Category : Construction & Design

Almat Group, Habitat for Humanity break ground for largest multifamily property yet

REW March 29, 2018 March 29, 2018

by REWMarch 29, 2018March 29, 20181703

Affordable housing developer Habitat for Humanity New York City, in conjunction with the Almat Group and the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, have celebrated the groundbreaking of Sydney House, a 56-unit development in Williamsbridge, north central Bronx.

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City Council approves Jerome Avenue rezoning in Bronx

REW March 29, 2018 March 29, 2018

by REWMarch 29, 2018March 29, 20182598

The City Council has approved the rezoning of a 92-block stretch of Jerome Avenue rezoning in the Bronx. The deal is expected to pave the way for increased commercial and residential development along the corridor that has been zoned for light industrial use for years.

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CODE BREAKERS: Illegal rentals, safety hazards and more February DOB violations

REW March 29, 2018 March 29, 2018

by REWMarch 29, 2018March 29, 20181179

The New York City Department of Buildings released its monthly enforcement bulletin for February 2018, highlighting the agency’s actions to sanction and deter bad actors in the construction industry through the enforcement of safety laws and codes of conduct for construction professionals.

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Brooklyn developer says Dime Savings Bank building worth preserving

REW March 28, 2018 March 28, 2018

by REWMarch 28, 2018March 28, 20181409

Charney Construction redesigning the lot that includes the now landmarked Dime Savings Bank building

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Ex-NYCHA exec joins Brooklyn Navy Yard as COO

REW March 22, 2018 March 22, 2018

by REWMarch 22, 2018March 22, 20181225

Michael Kelly, the former general manager of New York City Housing Authority–who resigned amidst an ongoing lead paint scandal–was named the chief operating officer and executive vice president of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation today. Kelly stepped down from his NYCHA position in February as the agency was embroiled...

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New Rochelle redevelopment to create thousands of jobs

REW March 22, 2018 March 22, 2018

by REWMarch 22, 2018March 22, 20181100

The City of New Rochelle joined its Master Developer, RXR Realty, to advance a reinvention of its downtown core expected to ultimately attract $4 billion in new investment. First, city officials were joined by executives from RXR Realty to break ground on a new, dual-28-story, mixed-use complex at the site...

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Leaders set new goal for diverse workforce

REW March 22, 2018 March 22, 2018

by REWMarch 22, 2018March 22, 20183418

To ensure a more diverse workforce, leaders in the construction industry are advocating increased outreach to the pipeline of incoming young workers. At the recent New York Building Congress’ diversity panel, construction companies gathered to hear from industry leaders about fostering a more diverse workforce. From politicians to city agency...

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Music amenities striking a chord with buyers

REW March 16, 2018 March 16, 2018

by REWMarch 16, 2018March 16, 20182643

With wood-paneled walls and polished brass trim, a tri-colored marble floor and furniture crafted from leather, velour and bamboo, the lobby of Henry Hall marries art deco design with disco flare. Fittingly, guests and residents of the 33-story rental tower were greeted on a recent Thursday night by the song...

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Chao working to get Gateway back on track

REW March 14, 2018 March 14, 2018

by REWMarch 14, 2018March 14, 20181462

US Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao told a group of New York executives she wants to work out a solution to the Gateway project deadlock.

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Houses of the Holy: City tells religious institutions to have faith in affordable housing

REW March 7, 2018 March 7, 2018

by REWMarch 7, 2018March 7, 20181405

As construction costs continue to rise and longtime houses of worship look to sell or develop on parts of their real estate holdings, city and state agencies and advocacy groups are making efforts to help them keep the faith.