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MTA revamps music program with themed monthly performances across NYC

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Thursday announced an overhaul of its “Music Under New York” program, which brings live music to subway stations across all five boroughs. Renamed MTA Music, the program marks the 40th anniversary of the MTA’s Arts & Design initiative and features an expanded lineup of performers through 2026 and beyond. The [...

Newark Airport to test self-driving shuttle buses this spring

Self-driving shuttle buses are coming to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) this spring, with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey launching a pilot program to test the technology. The agency announced Wednesday that it has partnered with three autonomous vehicle companies to operate electric self-driving shuttles at the airport through the spring, [... ] The post Newark Airport to test self-driving shuttle buses this spring first appeared on 6sqft.

Mamdani pitches 12,000-unit Sunnyside Yard development to Trump

A mammoth plan to bring thousands of affordable homes to one of the largest undeveloped sites in New York City was resurrected this week. In a meeting at the White House on Thursday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani pitched President Donald Trump on the Sunnyside Yard development, a proposal to build a deck over the 180-acre rail [... ] The post Mamdani pitches 12,000-unit Sunnyside Yard development to Trump first appeared on 6sqft.

Trump partners with Pakistan in strange plan to redevelop NYC’s Roosevelt Hotel

An unlikely player has entered Midtown’s Roosevelt Hotel redevelopment: President Donald Trump and the federal government. As first reported by Reuters last week, the United States government’s General Services Administration (GSA) signed an agreement with Pakistan, which owns the iconic but shuttered hotel at 45 East 45th Street, to jointly redevelop, renovate, operate, and maintain [... ] The post Trump partners with Pakistan in strange plan to redevelop NYC’s Roosevelt Hotel first appeared on 6sqft.

136-15 38th Avenue’s Exterior Progresses In Flushing, Queens

Exterior work is progressing on 136-15 38th Avenue, a nine-story mixed-use building in Flushing, Queens. Designed by Angelo Ng & Anthony Ng Architects Studio for W H Plaza LLC, the 105-foot-tall structure will span nearly 24,000 square feet and yield ten condominium units with an average scope of 1,730 square feet. The project will also include 8,220 square feet of commercial space, 4,884 square feet of community facility space, and a 29-foot-long rear yard.

Excavation Underway at 135-01 35th Avenue in Flushing, Queens

Excavation is getting underway at 135-01 35th Avenue, the site of an 11-story residential building in Flushing, Queens. Designed by Raymond Chan Architects and developed by Century Development Group, the project is slated to rise from the corner of 35th Avenue and Farrington Street.

Housing Lottery Launches for 715 East 216th Street in Williamsbridge, The Bronx

The affordable housing lottery has launched for 715 East 216th Street, a six-story residential building in Williamsbridge, The Bronx. Designed by Sierra Construction NY and developed by Erenik Nezaj, the structure yields 22 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are five units for residents at 80 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $75,840 to $116,640.

Permits Filed for 307 East 148th Street in Mott Haven, The Bronx

Permits have been filed for a ten-story mixed-use building at 307 East 148th Street in Mott Haven, The Bronx. Located between Morris Avenue and Courtlandt Avenue, the lot is near the 3rd Avenue–149th Street subway station, served by the 2 and 5 trains. Joel Guttman is listed as the owner behind the applications.

Dumbo penthouse closes for $16.25M, new record for Brooklyn sponsor condo

A full-floor penthouse at Dumbo’s tallest tower officially closed this week, setting a new record for the borough. Penthouse B at Olympia, a 33-story condo at 30 Front Street, sold for $16. 25 million, becoming the highest price-per-square-foot ($3,297) deal ever for a Brooklyn sponsor condo.

Ossé calls on Hochul to halt evictions for deed theft victims

New York City Council Member Chi Ossé and the People’s Coalition to Stop Deed Theft are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to use her power to temporarily keep owners fighting deed theft in their homes until broader protections are put into place. For now, Ossé wants Hochul to impose a temporary moratorium on evictions for victims of deed theft, and the Brooklyn council member’s initiative also outlines a raft of other reforms the state can take to prevent more owners from losing their homes. Those include a “cease-and-desist zone” for solicitation in deed theft hot spots, an expansion of the right to counsel, more transparency around LLCs, and increased oversight of the courts.

2 World Trade Center to Resume Construction in Financial District, Manhattan

Construction will soon restart on 2 World Trade Center following a commitment by American Express to serve as the anchor tenant for the 1,226-foot Financial District supertall. Designed by Norman Foster of Foster + Partners and developed by Silverstein Properties, the 55-story structure is the final component of the 16-acre World Trade Center complex and is slated to yield 1. 95 million rentable square feet.

How NYC’s Tangled Property Tax System Works, and Why You Should Care

New York City’s complex property tax system affects everyone in the city, not just people who own property. The cost of those taxes affects retail space, how much you pay for rent and how (and where) things get built. In the five boroughs, there’s been longstanding and widespread agreement that the system is convoluted and […] The post How NYC’s Tangled Property Tax System Works, and Why You Should Care appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.

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The Hutcheson Mansion at 1211 Park Ave: A Victorian design gets a fashionable update

Have you ever passed by an interesting residential building in New York City and wanted to know more about its history? In this series, Brick Underground teams up with Tom Miller, creator of Daytonian in Manhattan, a blog about Manhattan buildings and other historic architecture. Each week, we will run an excerpt from the Daytonian’s archives with a link to the full article.

What is the warranty of habitability and how does it affect tenants?

In New York, every residential lease includes an implied warranty of habitability—even if the lease does not expressly mention it. This legal protection serves two core purposes: it ensures tenants have safe, livable housing conditions, and it clearly defines a landlord's ongoing responsibilities. Under this standard, landlords must provide essential services, such as maintaining adequate heat and hot water, keeping common areas clean and secure, and making timely repairs when issues arise.

So over the snow: Your guide to NYC’s post-blizzard clean up

A blizzard frosted the city like a cake with about two feet of snow and you’re probably thinking about what comes next: When will my street be plowed? How can I dig out my car without killing my back? And what should I do with all the bread and milk in my house?

Mamdani Threatens Blanket Property Tax Hike as ‘Last Resort’

Mayor Zohran Mamdani presented a “last resort” option of raising the property tax rate to close an estimated $5. 4 billion budget gap, as Gov. Kathy Hochul continues to resist raising taxes on the wealthiest individuals and corporations.

Success Academy CEO Seeks to Transfer a Charter School to Husband

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All Three Casino Proposals Hit Jackpot

The New York State Gaming Commission on Monday dealt a winning hand to all three casino applicants vying for a lucrative commercial gaming license, unanimously giving Bally’s Bronx and Hard Rock Metropolitan Park and Resorts World in Queens the final approval needed to operate in New York City. The Bally’s and Resorts World licenses will […] The post All Three Casino Proposals Hit Jackpot appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.

Major Adams Backer Wins Bid to Redevelop City-Owned Building

A major donor to a political committee backing Mayor Eric Adams’ quixotic re-election bid has been named by the mayor’s team to redevelop a city-owned office building in Lower Manhattan into 3,700-units of mixed income housing — at a price that is not public. On Monday, Adams announced that GFP Real Estate, a major developer […] The post Major Adams Backer Wins Bid to Redevelop City-Owned Building appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.