two_trees_bam_southThe big BAM South development planned for Fort Greene might not get built after all, now that Council Member Letitia James is calling for changes to the plan. She wants an increase in the number of affordable units and union-level wages for construction workers, Crain’s reported. After an unusually brief public review period, the issue is coming up for a vote by the City Council today. Previously James backed the project; critics said her flip-flop is to please unions because she’s running for public advocate. For its part, Two Trees said it cannot afford to build the project with higher wages. If the development — which has space for cultural non-profits, a library, and other amenities in addition to affordable housing — is shot down, Two Trees will simply build “as of right” on the site. It is located in a parking lot at the corner of Flatbush and Lafayette avenues.
Fate of Big BAM Expansion Is a Cliff-Hanger [Crain’s]


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  1. The personal attacks here are totally irresponsible and over the top. Many many people are being priced out of this area due to
    gentrification. Tish is doing the right think for them by negotiating
    up to the last moment for them.

    • with all the developments that went on in her District over the years how many jobs has she secured for the people who are not part of the construction unions? Please show us the numbers. Numbers unlike Politicians never lie.

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