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Eric Palatnik, Land Use Attorney for 88 Justice Avenue, on Removing Restrictive Declaration for Commercial Use

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Eric Palatnik requests the NYC City Council to remove a restrictive declaration from 1972 on a property, allowing commercial use within an 18-story mixed-use building.

  • Palatnik represents 88 Justice Avenue, seeking permission for commercial use in the property's developed space.
  • The current declaration restricts commercial activity, limiting the building to use group 4, including the Academy Charter School and Advantage Physicians.
  • Around 45,000 square feet could become available for commercial use if the declaration is removed, though some space is reserved by the Academy Charter School.
  • The property, originally the site of the iconic Georgia diner, was redeveloped by Palatnik's client who built the existing 18-story building next to the Queen Centre Mall.
  • The goal is to adapt the building for contemporary needs while accommodating existing educational commitments.