Nov. 13, 2024 By sobrien Nov. 13, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The real estate firm behind the tallest building in Queens held a “topping out” ceremony Wednesday morning to celebrate another landmark as the building moves closer to completion. BLDG Management announced that the Orchard, a 70-story, 824-unit residential complex occupying the entire block at… Read more »
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Queens rent continues year-over-year rise in October 2024: report
Nov. 12, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Housing units in Queens had the average cost of rent go up 3.28% in October 2024, compared to the same month the previous year, according to a report by the real estate firm M.N.S. Real Estate. Year-over-year, the average rent in Queens rose from $2,803 in October 2023…
CM Won’s Heart of the District report shows residents prioritize affordable housing and street safety along Northern Blvd. and Roosevelt Ave.
Oct. 23, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The majority of residents along Northern Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue favor affordable housing developments and street safety initiatives, according to a Heart of the District report released last week by Council Member Julie Won. The report, which is based on a yearlong community planning… Read more »
Council Member Julie Won hosts South Korean delegation at City Hall, talks economic and social policies
Sep. 24, 2024 By sobrien Sept. 24, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Council Member Julie Won hosted a delegation of six elected officials from the Gwangju Metropolitan Council in South Korea at New York City Hall on Monday to share insights about policies and programs related to a wide range of topics. Won, who represents the… Read more »