David Rosenberg stated, "Today's vote makes that financially unworkable. A well-meaning project that cannot be financed will not be built. We are currently evaluating our path forward, but we intend to withdraw the application." This reflects the developer's concerns about the feasibility of the project following regulations aimed at protecting the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
The Planning Commission's vote required changes that reduced the height of the proposed apartment project from 14 to 10 stories, with 355 units instead of the initially planned 475. This decision was made to mitigate possible shadows that could harm the garden's exotic plants.
Dan Garodnick expressed a balanced approach by stating, "With today's action, we are charting a path forward that balances the need for new housing with critical protections for a treasured community space." This highlights the city's intent to prioritize both housing and environmental preservation.
Continuum's lawyer said, "As we told the Commission, these changes significantly impact our ability to deliver on the promises we've made to the community - including the creation of much-needed affordable housing units and hundreds of good-paying union jobs." This emphasizes the developer's commitment to community benefits.
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