Dec. 6, 2024 By Colum Motherway Mayor Eric Adams’ controversial zoning reform plan, “City of Yes,” was approved by the New York City Council on Thursday, Dec. 5, with a 31-20 vote. The approval marks a significant step in the city’s efforts to address its ongoing housing crisis, though it remains highly contentious, particularly…
Dec. 4, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a new 9-story residential building at 35-20 149th St. in Flushing. Located between 35th Avenue and Northern Boulevard, the proposed development would rise to a height of 91 feet and provide 23,102 square feet of residential space spread across 29…
Oct. 3, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan A group representing dozens of civic and neighborhood organizations across Queens is calling for an investigation into a citywide housing proposal amid federal probes into the mayor and his administration. On Monday, the Queens Civic Congress released a statement calling for an immediate halt to the City of…