The City Council's unanimous vote has cleared the way for a ten-story building on Franklin Avenue, balancing community concerns with ongoing development needs in Crown Heights.
The original proposal of two 34-story towers faced significant community opposition, leading to revisions that ultimately resulted in a building design affording more sunlight to vulnerable plants at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
In a deal struck between a developer and local representatives, the height of the building was reduced, and more affordable housing commitments were made, addressing community housing needs.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden's President stated that the revised project's compromises ensure that the botanical garden's ecosystems will be protected while also accommodating necessary housing.
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