PRESENTATION
Introduction and overview of the Heckscher Building
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Timothy Frye introduces the Heckscher Building, now known as the Crown Building, located at the southwest corner of 5th Avenue and 57th Street. He describes it as one of 5th Avenue's most visible and striking skyscrapers, designed by Warren and Wetmore.
- The building is topped by an ornate octagonal tower with a pyramidal roof
- A public hearing was held on April 9th with supportive testimony
- Manhattan CB Five sent a letter expressing support
Timothy Frye
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Located at the southwest corner of 5th Avenue And 57th Street, the Hexcher building, now called the Crown Building at 735th Avenue, is 1 of 5th Avenue's most visible and striking skyscrapers.
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Top by an ornate octagonal tower with a pyramidal roof, the iconic skyscraper was designed by the firm of Warren and Wetmore.
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At the public hearing on April 9th this year, three people testified in support of designation including a representative of one of the owners as well as the Historic Districts Council and the New York Landmark's conservancy.
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Manhattan CB Five also sent a letter expressing support.
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