we actually pulled it off and the developers are dropping the plans that would have ruined our block. thank you for staying with this because the halsey street history is officially protected from those luxury condos. im going to keep an eye on things but for now we can finally …
January 5, 2017
Final supporters
The Halsey Street Block Association is starting this petition in regards to the development of the Halsey Street Garage located at 424-440 that was recently purchased by Brookland Capital.
The development of this land is currently under review by the Community Board and the City's Landmarks Committee. As a Block Association we are concerned about the proposed scale of the project and its potential impact on the community. This garage has rich history as it was originally a horse stable. This structure as well as the rest of the block was recently landmarked.
As indicated by Brookland in a Block Association Meeting they plan to propose a project that will include 39 luxury apartments and no onsite parking. Plus there was indication of the desire to demolish the smaller garage adjacent to the main structure.
No final plans have been approved by the city or community board yet, however we feel it is important that community concerns are addressed as part of the approval process.
Our Block Association requests that this project not include any "set-backs", expanded height or width but remain within the existing building envelop to retain the historical aesthetic and protect the current landmark designation. This project should not allow for the demolishment of any adjoining structures that are currently landmarked.
The proposed development’s scale would harm not just the aesthetic of the surrounding areas, but will fundamentally change the local community collective efficacy that has traditionally been a stabilizing hallmark of the area.
Neighbors ability to know each other and work together to benefit the community is what has preserved Bedford Stuyvesant through the years. Now that the community is experiencing new investment and improvements, it is important to preserve the character of the area reflected in the low density and neighborliness of residents. The proposed development must be scaled back to fit the essential character of the surrounding area.
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Reached 100 supporters
November 8, 2016
14 Comments
Development must be contextual and mindful. Too much of what is happening in BedStuy right now is neither.
I live just one block away from this development, and am concerned about the impact it will have on street traffic (I have two young children and already fear for their safety walking near the street), parking and resources. Additionally, I am concerned that the design will not fit in with its historic surroundings.
Landmarking needs to be respected. Large multi-dwelling construction needs to include parking.
As a resident of a neighboring block, I'm strongly concerned about how the neighborhood would be affected by adding 39 housing units into our tightknit community. Turning an important parking option into all residential, with the on-street parking implications, as well as the general congestion, is a serious concern.
Let's not allow another developer to decide what happens to a landmarked building in our neighborhood. We want the integrity of this landmarked building to be maintained.
We need to keep the historical look, feel, and original structures intact!!! This is what makes our neighborhood so unique in such a rapidly developing city. #BedStuyForever!
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we actually pulled it off and the developers are dropping the plans that would have ruined our block. thank you for staying with this because the halsey street history is officially protected from those luxury condos. im going to keep an eye on things but for now we can finally …
January 5, 2017
Final supporters
The Halsey Street Block Association is starting this petition in regards to the development of the Halsey Street Garage located at 424-440 that was recently purchased by Brookland Capital.
The development of this land is currently under review by the Community Board and the City's Landmarks Committee. As a Block Association we are concerned about the proposed scale of the project and its potential impact on the community. This garage has rich history as it was originally a horse stable. This structure as well as the rest of the block was recently landmarked.
As indicated by Brookland in a Block Association Meeting they plan to propose a project that will include 39 luxury apartments and no onsite parking. Plus there was indication of the desire to demolish the smaller garage adjacent to the main structure.
No final plans have been approved by the city or community board yet, however we feel it is important that community concerns are addressed as part of the approval process.
Our Block Association requests that this project not include any "set-backs", expanded height or width but remain within the existing building envelop to retain the historical aesthetic and protect the current landmark designation. This project should not allow for the demolishment of any adjoining structures that are currently landmarked.
The proposed development’s scale would harm not just the aesthetic of the surrounding areas, but will fundamentally change the local community collective efficacy that has traditionally been a stabilizing hallmark of the area.
Neighbors ability to know each other and work together to benefit the community is what has preserved Bedford Stuyvesant through the years. Now that the community is experiencing new investment and improvements, it is important to preserve the character of the area reflected in the low density and neighborliness of residents. The proposed development must be scaled back to fit the essential character of the surrounding area.
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Reached 100 supporters
November 8, 2016
14 Comments
This building harkens back to the horse and buggy era and is too much a part of this neighbor to change it. This neighborhood has a special feeling and this building is very much a part of that feeling, that style, that character.
Development must be contextual and mindful. Too much of what is happening in BedStuy right now is neither.
I live just one block away from this development, and am concerned about the impact it will have on street traffic (I have two young children and already fear for their safety walking near the street), parking and resources. Additionally, I am concerned that the design will not fit in with its historic surroundings.
Landmarking needs to be respected. Large multi-dwelling construction needs to include parking.
As a resident of a neighboring block, I'm strongly concerned about how the neighborhood would be affected by adding 39 housing units into our tightknit community. Turning an important parking option into all residential, with the on-street parking implications, as well as the general congestion, is a serious concern.
Let's not allow another developer to decide what happens to a landmarked building in our neighborhood. We want the integrity of this landmarked building to be maintained.
We need to keep the historical look, feel, and original structures intact!!! This is what makes our neighborhood so unique in such a rapidly developing city. #BedStuyForever!
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This building harkens back to the horse and buggy era and is too much a part of this neighbor to change it. This neighborhood has a special feeling and this building is very much a part of that feeling, that style, that character.