NYC's Elizabeth Street Garden - by Daniel Golliher

Should it be developed into something else? How to think about this land use issue

NYC's Elizabeth Street Garden Should it be developed into something else? How to think about this land use issue Daniel Golliher Aug 29, 2024 27 11 1 Share This post is a summary review of the Elizabeth Street Garden debate, with some of my thoughts on it. Feel free to add more relevant information or nuance in the comments. I have included updates since the piece was written in italics below, but the substance of the debate and legal authorities of the city are unchanged. Update 11/4/24: The Garden has filed to block its eviction, and that is currently making its way through the state court s

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