{"id":1831,"date":"2024-10-10T06:04:59","date_gmt":"2024-10-10T10:04:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/new-york\/?p=1831"},"modified":"2024-10-10T06:04:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-10T10:04:59","slug":"demolition-underway-at-citistorage-site","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/new-york\/2024\/10\/10\/demolition-underway-at-citistorage-site\/","title":{"rendered":"Demolition Underway at CitiStorage Site"},"content":{"rendered":"

The End is Near for CitiStorage Building, Making Way for Bushwick Inlet Park<\/strong><\/p>\n

Demolition Crews are on Track to Finish by the End of the Year<\/strong><\/p>\n

The CitiStorage building at Bushwick Inlet Park is set to be demolished by the end of the year, marking a significant milestone in the development of the long-awaited park. Construction crews started demolishing the abandoned building this summer, according to Mary Salig, Director of North Brooklyn Parks.<\/p>\n

A Complex and Deliberate Process<\/strong><\/p>\n

The CitiStorage building, located at 60 Kent Avenue, has been a thorn in the side of the community for years. The former owner, Norm Brodsky, refused to sell the land, even after a fire destroyed the storage buildings in 2016. It wasn’t until then-Mayor Bill de Blasio stepped in to purchase the land for $160 million that the project gained momentum. Another $75 million was allocated in 2021 for the development of the site.<\/p>\n

Challenges Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n

While the demolition is expected to be completed by the end of the year, the actual development of the park will take longer. The site requires testing and remediation for likely industrial contamination, which may lead to additional delays. "We’re going to start testing as soon as we can with DEC after the building is down, but sometimes testing leads to more testing, and we just can’t put a timeline on that, and we won’t," Salig explained.<\/p>\n

Designing the Future Park<\/strong><\/p>\n

Once the contaminants are removed, the parks department will finalize the design of the new park space. The Greenpoint-Williamsburg Open Space Master Plan provides guidelines for the community, including a turf field and pathways for cyclists and pedestrians. However, nothing will be finalized until the community has a chance to share their opinions and needs.<\/p>\n

Funding and Progress<\/strong><\/p>\n

The $75 million allocated by de Blasio in 2021 is sufficient for the full demolition of the site. The parks department is working diligently to complete the demolition and remediation work, with funding covering the costs for now.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

The demolition of the CitiStorage building marks a significant milestone in the development of Bushwick Inlet Park. The community has been advocating for this park for decades, and the finish line is finally in sight. As Salig pointed out, "Just seeing the way that people use these spaces, it’s something that this community needs but also has desired. It fits that desire for the community to access nature."<\/p>\n

FAQs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Q: When will the CitiStorage building be demolished?
\nA: Demolition crews are expected to finish by the end of the year.<\/p>\n

Q: What will happen after the building is demolished?
\nA: The site will be tested and remediated for industrial contamination, and the parks department will design the new park space.<\/p>\n

Q: How will the community be involved in the design process?
\nA: The parks department will hold community meetings and scoping meetings to gather input and opinions on the design of the park.<\/p>\n

Q: What is the current state of funding for the project?
\nA: The $75 million allocated by de Blasio in 2021 is sufficient for the full demolition of the site and remediation work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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