How Unfortunate: 669 Classon Avenue
The person who designed this doesn’t even deserve to have an architectural license but what about the building code that allows it? GMAP
The person who designed this doesn’t even deserve to have an architectural license but what about the building code that allows it? GMAP
It’s the NYC Zoning that allows, and requires it. Site is in R6, so not a contextual zone (i.e. R6B) which requires new construction buildings align with adjacent lots.
Also, parking is required for 70% of Dwelling Units (50% req for small lots, which may be applicable in this case), hence the permitted curb cut. In my opinion all “Brownstone Brooklyn” should be contextual zoning.
That wasn’t architected, that was just built.
As much as I wish that fedder specials and chrome gates weren’t so prolific, I don’t think that the DOB should be making aesthetic decisions. If the building is architecturally sound, it is. You don’t have to like chrome fences, but someone clearly does.
Given that, don’t you think building so far back is a net positive? It means that someone could plant some climbing fine on a fence and maybe hide the whole thing from view.
I’m not suggesting that the architect planned this, but Classon is a freeway, and being that far back from the street would probably be far preferable to being right on the street.
And … according to Property Shark a buyer who put 10% down in 2006 is already in arrears.
Sure, it’s ugly. But the buildings on either side aren’t exactly bursting with architectural merit either, so who cares?
Really sad and ugly architecture thats not only dirt cheap but also wasteful of valuable space. Maybe large potted plants and some trees will conceal this monstrosity and spare the neighbors the eyesore…An Architect in Brooklyn any suggestions on how to improve this?
Good grief, are the coins an ode to the historical architecture of the hood?
Do a google maps street view and you’ll see another 1 directly across street. What bugs me most – is how they get the curb cut. WHen and where are they allowed?
R6 zoning would be my guess is the culprit. That and a very uninventive architect.
Going to the Deli will feel like walking up the block and around the corner.