Q&A
Council Member Riley questions project team about unlawful demolition and construction safety
1:18:31
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Council Member Kevin C. Riley engages in a Q&A session with representatives from a project team regarding an unlawful demolition that occurred without proper permits.
He inquires about the extent of the demolition, its timeline, and measures being taken to ensure safety for neighbors and pedestrians.
- The demolition removed approximately 1200 square feet and started in 2019 with erroneously issued DOB permits.
- Safety measures include a sidewalk shed, protective equipment for the adjoining public park, and ongoing negotiations for an access and protection agreement with the adjoining building owner.
- The demolition phase has been completed, and the project is moving forward to the enlargement phase.
Kevin C. Riley
1:18:31
Thank you so much.
1:18:32
I just have a few questions.
1:18:33
I'm gonna pass to the council member of our brochure.
1:18:36
How much of the current building is torn down?
Lisa Orrantia
1:18:40
So currently, they've removed approximately 1200 square feet.
Kevin C. Riley
1:18:48
When did you start this unlawful demo demolition?
Lisa Orrantia
1:18:52
Unlawful in the sense that it required a special permit.
1:18:55
It did start with DOB permits.
1:18:58
That were erroneously issued that was in 2019?
Kevin C. Riley
1:19:04
It's still unlawful because it did require special permit.
Erik Palatnik
1:19:06
Correct.
1:19:07
Okay.
Kevin C. Riley
1:19:08
What measures are you taking to protect neighbors and pedestrians?
Lisa Orrantia
1:19:12
Well, currently, there's a sidewalk shed in place, and there's also protective equipment that protects the adjoining public park.
1:19:22
And as I mentioned earlier, our client is currently in negotiations to develop a access and protection agreement with the adjoining building owner.
Kevin C. Riley
1:19:36
And lastly, before I pass all accounts from my voucher, when do you expect the com completion of the demolition phase this project?
Lisa Orrantia
1:19:44
The demolition has completed.
1:19:47
So at this point, the work is to commence the enlargement.
Kevin C. Riley
1:19:54
Thank you, Kjell.
