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Tag archive for ‘Howard Hughes Corporation’
250 Water development is approved by Landmarks Commission
At 25 stories, the building is twice what is allowed by the current zoning in the Seaport Historic District. It will net 70 affordable units. / 8 comments
Howard Hughes revises plans for 250 Water
The latest iteration of the large development for the Seaport Historic District has gotten smaller and shorter, but was still rejected by CB1's Landmarks Committee. / 13 comments
Landmarks hosts hearing on towers for 250 Water and the expansion of the Seaport Museum
There is a groundswell of support building for two 470-foot towers in the historic district, the development artfully paired with the restoration of the Seaport Museum. / 5 comments
Seen & Heard: Gallery walk this Saturday
Plus Jean-Georges delivers for Thanksgiving; a trunk show of local makers on Harrison; dessert as art at Locanda Verde.
The Times editorial board calls Seaport development “smart”
And last night's Community Board meeting on the topic went into overtime, to be continued next month.
Howard Hughes’ plans for 250 Water vs. the Seaport Historic District
The project has a lot of moving parts, including brownfield cleanup, affordable housing, support for the Seaport Museum, and -- here's the kicker -- towers that exceed zoning by 350 feet. / 4 comments
Tower proposed for 250 Water, aka the mercury site
In another supertall alert, the Howard Hughes Corporation has SOM exploring a huge tower for the 250 Water site, cobbled together with development rights from their other properties. / 5 comments
Booze at the Regal Battery Park Cinemas
Also on Community Board 1's January agendas: Exterior renovation for Leonard Street residential conversion; Pace University signage at two subway stops; Seaport Blockhouse bar; new bar on Murray; Church Street pocket park; the changes at Greca; much more. / 3 comments
New Tenant at the Bennett
Also on Community Board 1's September agendas: Worth Street wine bar; Spring Studios wants looser regulations; pedestrian plaza between Church and Sixth; Issey Miyake signage; Chefscape food hall; the jail tower; much more.
In the News: Pedestrian Bridge Delayed Again
Plus: Huge oyster found under Pier 40; local thefts; history of a Canal Street building; can the community and the Howard Hughes Corporation reach a deal on the next big Seaport development?
In the News: Pier 17 Noise Mitigation
Plus: Sheldon Silver sentenced to prison; author recommends Tribeca restaurants.
In the News: Trump’s Former Lawyer Bought in Tribeca
At a building developed by friends of the President. Plus: The history of 44 Walker includes a rooftop bird-and-butterfly sanctuary; massive price chop for potential Hubert single-family home; hummus ice cream; mulling the next huge Seaport development.
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We are all mourning the passing of the last of the Capsouto brothers. We will remember them fondly for all... — Pamela Wittmann / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Tracy, This is such a nice tribute and so well said. If you want to come and share your thoughts... — Pamela Wittmann / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Capsouto Freres was a wonderful place where people could get great food at affordable prices. Mama Eva was always in... — Dan Alterman / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Madelyn, Thank you for your astute remarks. A truly wonderful family; each generation. — Suellen Epstein / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
Beautifully said, Tracy. — Franklin Foodie / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
My first date with my husband Steven 42 years ago was at Capsouto Freres. My husband did business with the... — Madelyn Wils / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76
When my women’s group feted me on my 50th birthday they asked me to pick my favorite spot so we... — Jean Grillo / Samuel Capsouto, the last of three brothers who helped establish the neighborhood, dies at 76