The recent public hearing regarding a proposed 13-story mixed-use development along Empire Boulevard has resulted in significant pushback from Brooklyn residents. Critics argue that the income-restricted units will not be affordable for most local families, as only a fraction out of 260 will be categorized as affordable. Concerns are also raised regarding the impact on outdoor areas utilized by children, especially during winter. Community leaders are wary of past gentrification experiences and emphasize a need for more genuinely affordable housing in their neighborhoods.
'This is deja vu all over again,' Fred Baptiste, Community Board 9 chair, told commissioners, emphasizing the community's skepticism about the project's affordability.
Developers stated they want to attract large retailers such as Target and T.J. Maxx, intending to blend commercial development with residential units.
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