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Gowanus Framework Ideas and Feedback

Thank you to those who submitted ideas and input on the framework, which helped shape the draft zoning proposal and framework updates. The comment period has ended and the feedback has been archived.

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almost 2 years ago

CLOSED: This brainstormer has concluded.

Sue Wolfe

over 2 years ago

I understand there are tall building surrounding Thomas Greene park - this is a REAL problem - we need light and air in this park.

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gowanusdog

over 2 years ago

Proposed Building Heights

The current proposed building heights are entirely too tall. Adding this kind of height would dramatically change the framework of the neighborhood. No new buildings should be higher than 6 stories with in the Gowanus neighborhood. The city needs to take a much more serious approach to solving affordable housing, they need to look within and use the powers of their office instead of flooding the market with more units. Raise the affordable housing unit minimum from 20/30 to at least 40%

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will6750647

over 2 years ago

STOP DEMANDING CONCESSIONS FROM DEVELOPERS

The more requirements, requests and delays we impose with this "feedback", the more it jacks up the price for the housing that will eventually be built. We cannot delay and demand concession after concession on every development project. The Gowanus area as it is now, is a hell hole. To delay these re-development projects as long as we have ,while we are in the midst of a housing shortage is just crazy. We cannot let a few dozen loud mouths block progress in an area of prime location and a prime need for revitalization. JUST DO IT ALREADY

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lmp037

over 2 years ago

Where is the requirement that with all this residential construction new schools must be built?

Our District 15 schools are already crowded. With all the emphasis on the residential, industrial, artistic, and park development where is serious thought being given to where new Gowanus families will send their children to school? Residential development MUST be contingent on developers building new schools. I see more mention of parking in these documents than schools!

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kelseybutterworth

over 2 years ago

Nothing about maritime recreation?

Hi there! I'm a member of the Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club. I was pretty shocked that this framework is almost completely lacking in plans for recreational maritime users of the canal. What is the city's plan for safety and accessibility for canoers, kayakers, jetskiers, and boaters, especially as the EPA's dredging and cleaning chugs along and makes the water more appealing for these activities?

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