The “narrow streets” zoning text amendment for Carroll Gardens, which was approved by Community Board 6 last week has been approved by Borough President Marty Markowitz. The amendment, which has attracted some opposition in the neighborhood, but even stronger support, would change an old definition in city zoning documents that considers very narrow streets to be “wide” for zoning purposes because of the yards (the “gardens” in Carroll Gardens) in front of homes. This, in turn, allows greater density for new buildings or additions. The change must still be approved by the City Planning Commission and the City Council.
Carroll Gardens “Narrow Streets” Amendment Approved by Markowitz
May 23rd, 2008 · 2 Comments
Tags: Carroll Gardens · Rezoning
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1 Carroll Gardens Resident // May 23, 2008 at 6:55 pm
The opposition consists largely of a local developer/real estate lawyer (and her buddies) who also happens to sit on the Community Board….Conflict of interest anyone?? In addition there has been inflammatory misinformation about the text amendment floating all over CG.
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