The Daily News plots the rush of new developments looking to get approved before the zoning changes, which could go into effect as early as May, restrict height and density in inland Williamsburg and Greenpoint and limit taller buildings to the waterfront. The Finger Building at 144 North 8th, rendered above, has provoked particular ire from local residents while other developments like 20 Bayard Street have carried on the nabe’s legacy for shoddy consruction practices. We agree these things are going to look ridiculously out of place and wish they weren’t going forward, but opponents should probably be focusing their energies on trying to influence the aesthetics and quality of these buildings instead of trying to block them outright. After all, the developers are working within the legal limits. Just makes us glad we’ll be out of the Burg and moving to landmarked neighborhood.
Developers: Race You to the Top [NY Daily News]