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The Future of ’80/20′ Affordable Housing Hangs in the Balance: Can 421-A Be Fixed?

Posted on November 23, 2016March 23, 2021 by Nicole Disser

You may not have realized it, but the city has been in the midst of a “developocalypse” since January, when the state’s 421-a program expired. For decades, the program…

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Hoping to Revive Affordable Housing Incentive, Cuomo Appeals to Developers

Posted on August 18, 2016March 23, 2021 by Nicole Disser

After a week of “secret talks” with leadership from one of the state’s most powerful interest groups, details are emerging regarding Governor Cuomo’s first major steps…

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Bushwickers and Local Activists Rally Against Controversial Apartment Building

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Nicole Disser

Colony 1209, a rather, um, insensitively named luxury development in Bushwick featuring a doorman, ping pong tables, a “speakeasy,” and a gym, has caused quite…

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Pound a Pint, Help Print This Informative Guide to the Bushwick Housing Crisis

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Nicole Disser

You’d have to be living under a rock to be surprised to hear Bushwick is undergoing some explosive changes. It feels like streetscapes here are…

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