"The Fort Greene Park Conservancy is raising concerns about how a proposed 72-story tower on nearby Flatbush Avenue could affect sunlight in the park and add demand to the green space that has exploded in popularity with dog owners since the pandemic. Housing officials and the project's developers say their analysis shows the affect of the shadow would be minimal, and that the need for new affordable housing in the neighborhood is paramount."
"The existing seven-story building on Flatbush Ave. would be overhauled for new retail and office space. The plan calls for 1,263 new apartments, with 25% of them permanently affordable. The dispute over the shadows comes down to dueling interpretations of their impact. The developers and housing officials say the shade will be fleeting, but the conservancy argues that they could be significant especially during months when sunlight is already in short supply."
Fort Greene Park Conservancy warns that a proposed 72-story tower at 395 Flatbush Ave. Extension could cast shadows on the park and increase use of the green space, which has grown popular with dog owners since the pandemic. The conservancy estimates as many as 1,000 new dogs could rely on the park and worries added demand could strain facilities. Developers and housing officials contend their shadow analysis shows minimal effects and emphasize the neighborhood need for new affordable housing. The plan would convert an existing seven-story building and add about 1,263 apartments with 25% permanently affordable. Developers say they will work with the conservancy during public review and may negotiate concessions. Conservancy leadership acknowledges the need for more housing.
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