From the Forum: Are the Neighbors Allowed to Build a Skateboard Halfpipe in Their Backyard?
A homeowner is curious whether a new neighbor's backyard plans for a skateboard halfpipe are legal.
Bed Stuy Brownstone With Unusually Fine Mantels and Woodwork Asks $1.5 Million
As Bed Stuy brownstones go, this circa 1890 one with a facade of rough-faced bands and lintels is one of the finest we've come across in recent memory.
Brooklynites Turn Out for Brownstones and Townhouses 101 Event at Brooklyn Historical
Brooklynites interested in buying, maintaining and renovating townhouses heard from experts who've done it at the latest in the Brownstoner Home Events series.
Fully Renovated and Thoughtfully Restored Bay Ridge House With Garage Asks $1.449 Million
This early 20th century Bay Ridge house beautifully combines original details with a fresh renovation.
Brownstone Boys: The Difficult Decision of Choosing the Right White Paint
We didn’t plan on writing an article on paint, especially since our place will be mostly painted white.
Six Events to Catch at the 2019 Brooklyn Book Festival This Weekend
A guide to some of the events worth checking out at this year's Brooklyn Book Festival, especially if you’re looking to skip the lines on the big-ticket talks.
Renderings Show Tower That Will Replace Soon-to-Be-Razed Downtown Brooklyn Terra-Cotta Building
A notable early 20th century building with whimsical and colorful terra-cotta in Downtown Brooklyn is not long for this world, and architect Fogarty Finger has released renderings of the glass tower that will take its place.
Daily Links: Industry City Rezoning Won’t Happen With Hotels, Councilman Says
In the News
- A Little Melodrama in the Park Slope Brownstone of a Playwright [NYT]
- Time for a Bike Lane on the Verrazzano, Southern Brooklynites Say [Eagle]
- Cyclists Blast Williamsburg’s Grand Street Bike Lane [BP]
- Williamsburg Condo Discriminated Against People With Disabilities [amNY]
- MTA Chief Wants Full Eight-Month Closure of Clark Street Station [Gothamist]
- City Council Puts Brakes on Community Board Spending [The City]
- Council Member Against Industry City Rezoning Without Investments [Curbed]
- LCD Soundsystem Leader Opens Cafe and Bar in Williamsburg [NYM]
- Inside Coney Island’s Mini Development Boom [CO]
- Fire Tears Through Two Apartment Buildings in Kensington [CBS]
Nicely Renovated Clinton Hill Co-op With Blue Tiled Kitchen, Two Bedrooms Asks $699K
The floors are parquet and the walls are white, for a clean and contemporary yet mid-century look.
A Wood Frame Country Church Survivor in East New York
In 1821, the good folk of New Lots decided they needed their own community church. This was not a town of wealthy merchants; these were farmers, without a lot of money.
Revel In the Art of Bushwick This Weekend With Bushwick Open Studios
Bushwick will be overflowing with art lovers as the annual Bushwick Open Studios returns for its 13th year.
