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November 7, 2006
On Top of The Mill
Given that the sales process at the Mill Building is well underway, we were surprised to notice the totally untouched rooftop structure. Surely the developers weren't going to miss the chance to squeeze every last square inch of value out of this place? As we approached the street-level scaffolding, our all our questions were answered. Behold Williamsburg's first rooftop cabanas. Take that, Dumbo!
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Comments
More then half sold?
Dreams.
I know the owner well, and although he is not nervous or desperate, but boy, would he wish this is true.
Posted by: Anonymous at November 7, 2006 10:16 AM
The view from that dumbo cabana is something to behold.
Posted by: Anonymous at November 7, 2006 10:25 AM
There is a development on 242 south 1St St., marketed by aptsandlofts.com that has the same idea on the roof.
Posted by: Anonymous at November 7, 2006 1:06 PM
Have you bought in the Mill Building? I would like to talk to a buyer who might be interested in selling an assignment of their contract, pre-closing, with the Sponsor’s consent. Price is negotiable. I would also be willing to cover a reasonable consent fee to the Sponsor. This is a serious offer from a private buyer—its an opportunity to walk away with a substantial amount without ever having to close. Please drop me an email if you are interested. Thanks.
Whitney@nycmail.com
Posted by: Whitney at November 7, 2006 1:57 PM
caveat emptor. these cabanas are illegal. they exceed the height limit imposed by zoning.
Posted by: anonymous at November 8, 2006 10:16 PM
Seriously there is just nothing to hate about this development. It is very fairly priced. It is entirely in line (and scale) with the neighborhood. They are unusually beautiful. They have exceeded the minimum parking requirements and incorporated a plan for 9000 sq ft of open Garden/ Park space. I am glad to see this did so well and would hope some other developers take their tips from this. Because seriously if I see one more generic glassy building I think I will puke. Would take 50 Mill Buildings over one of those pathetic window box buildings any day.
Posted by: brktwo at November 10, 2006 8:14 AM
The building has plenty of problems, but it is going to look great from the outside, and the views from the roof and from the apts. that face west are excellent (we'll see what happens with the "Garden/Park"--I remain skeptical). I agree that it's refreshing to have something of the character of the neighborhood preserved (it's why the loss of the Old Dutch Mustard Building is so sad), but I wish the workmanship inside was better and that the design of the apts. was more interesting and loft like. But nobody asked my advice.
Posted by: Anonymous at November 10, 2006 12:07 PM
>Huh?
>Have you either been inside or looked at the floor >plans?
Yup. I live in it. I've endured all the construction, seen the warts and incompetence. But I still think it's a nice building. You seem very familiar with the building. What's your connection?
Posted by: Anonymous at November 13, 2006 10:48 PM
I would also like to speak with a buyer who would consider selling an assignment of their contract, pre-closing, or who is already considering a resale. I am a serious buyer who adores the building, especially the loft-like 1800 sq foot north and south facing apartments. I unfortunately hesitated when these apartments were still available and am willing to pay a premium to get into the building. Please contact me at aschweber@nyc.rr.com if you are interested. No relation to the Whitney post above. Clearly, I am not the only one who has fallen in love with this building.
Posted by: adam at November 18, 2006 11:52 AM
Before buying into The Mill Building, check out the NYC Dept of Buildings website on this property. Unless all the many violations and fines are satisfied and a C of O obtained, you can't legally move in. It might be difficult to get a mortgage with all these violations, fines and no C of O. Buyer Beware.
Here is the website; see for yourself.
http://a810-bisweb.nyc.gov/bisweb/PropertyProfileOverviewServlet?requestid=10&bin=3062363&restore=1
Posted by: Leery Buyer at December 20, 2006 5:44 PM
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