State officials recognize the exposed railroad tracks in Brooklyn as an opportunity for development, but community group BrooklynSpeaks disputes this, viewing it as a betrayal. They demand accountability from Pacific Park developers for failing to meet a crucial deadline to deliver affordable housing. Originally, a 2014 settlement aimed for 876 affordable units by May 31, 2025. With penalties now postponed, BrooklynSpeaks contemplates a lawsuit, highlighting the adverse impact on Black residents awaiting housing, while questioning the new timeline's feasibility and the developers' commitment to the community.
The state officially delayed penalties for not fulfilling affordable housing obligations for Pacific Park, shifting deadlines and putting integrity of the project at risk.
Advocacy group BrooklynSpeaks claims housing delays will disproportionately affect Black residents, who urgently need affordable options amidst a lengthy development timeline.
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