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New York City Council
Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions
Mar 18, 2025
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12:00 PM
23 min
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Summary
A hearing on the Brownsville NCP project, a proposal to develop three new affordable housing buildings on vacant city-owned lots in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
Discussions focused on:
- The creation of up to 74 affordable rental units
- Rezoning one site from manufacturing to residential use
- Affordability levels ranging from 40-70% AMI
- Sustainability features
- Local hiring initiatives
The City of Yes text amendment's impact on unit count and building heights was also addressed.
Features testimony from the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and Fifth Avenue Committee.
Meeting chapters
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Council Member Kamillah Hanks opens the subcommittee meeting and public hearing
Council Member Kamillah Hanks, chair of the Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Siting, and Dispositions, opens the meeting with introductory remarks. She outlines the meeting format, explains procedures for public testimony, …
0:00:19
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141 sec
Introduction to Brownsville NCP project
Amara Hernandez, Senior Planner at HPD, introduces the Brownsville NCP project, a collaboration with Fifth Avenue Committee to develop affordable housing on three vacant city-owned lots in Brownsville, Brooklyn. - …
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46 sec
Project overview and changes due to City of Yes text amendment
The Brownsville NCP project proposes three new buildings with up to 74 affordable rental units plus one superintendent unit, an increase from the original 60 units due to the City …
0:04:27
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120 sec
Introduction to Fifth Avenue Committee
Michelle de la Uz introduces Fifth Avenue Committee, a 47-year-old nonprofit comprehensive community development corporation focused on advancing economic, social, and racial justice in New York City. - Fifth Avenue …
0:06:28
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93 sec
Development Site 1: Mother Gaston
Development Site 1 on Mother Gaston Boulevard is the smallest of the three sites, proposing a six-story elevator building with approximately nine affordable rental units. - City of Yes updates …
0:08:03
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42 sec
Development Site 2: Thomas Boyland
Development Site 2 on Thomas Boyland Street proposes an eight-story building with approximately 27 affordable rental units, including 11 family-sized units. - City of Yes updates allowed for an additional …
0:08:47
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35 sec
Development Site 3: Saint Mark's Avenue and proposed rezoning
Development Site 3 on Saint Mark's Avenue is the largest of the three sites, proposing an 11-story elevator building with approximately 48 affordable rental units and one superintendent unit. - …
0:09:23
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71 sec
Sustainability and design features
The Brownsville NCP project incorporates various sustainability and design elements across all three buildings to ensure energy efficiency and contextual integration with the surrounding community. - Buildings will be constructed …
0:10:35
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67 sec
Community outreach and local hiring initiatives
Fifth Avenue Committee prioritizes community outreach, local hiring, and MWBE involvement as part of their values and approach to development projects. - Plans to recruit for woodworking training program from …
0:11:44
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113 sec
Affordability levels and unit mix
The Brownsville NCP project offers a range of affordability levels and unit sizes across the three buildings, with adjustments made in response to community feedback and the City of Yes …
0:13:40
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119 sec
Council Member Hanks questions HPD and Fifth Avenue Committee about Brownsville NCP project
Council Member Kamillah Hanks asks questions about the Brownsville NCP project, focusing on zoning and potential ground floor uses. Representatives from HPD and Fifth Avenue Committee provide responses. - Inquired …
0:15:45
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84 sec
Council Member Nurse inquires about City of Yes changes to the Brownsville NCP project
Council Member Sandy Nurse asks about changes to the Brownsville NCP project resulting from the City of Yes text amendment. Michelle de la Uz explains that the main changes are …
0:17:15
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45 sec
Discussion on unit sizes and floor plans for the Brownsville NCP project
Council Member Sandy Nurse inquires about unit sizes and floor plans for the Brownsville NCP project, focusing on the square footage of bedrooms and the layout of apartments. Project representatives …
0:18:03
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70 sec
Discussion on homeownership options for the Brownsville NCP project
Council Member Sandy Nurse inquires about the lack of homeownership units in the Brownsville NCP project. Project representatives explain the history of the project's development and the reasons for focusing …
0:19:17
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129 sec
Local hiring and job opportunities for the Brownsville NCP project
Council Member Sandy Nurse inquires about local hiring practices and job opportunities for the Brownsville NCP project. Michelle de la Uz provides information on the geographical boundaries for local hiring …
0:21:28
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49 sec