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New York YIMBY serves as a key source for updates on new developments in New York City. It tracks construction and public works projects from their initial concept to final completion, providing insights into the city’s real estate, architecture, and construction sectors. In its sixth year of operation, YIMBY has gained recognition and has been highlighted in major publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, BBC, New York Post, New York Daily News, and New York Magazine.

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The Ellery Reaches Fully Leased Milestone in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan

2 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Vanessa Londono

After launching leasing in the summer of 2024, The Ellery at 312 West 43rd Street is now officially fully leased. Developed by Taconic Partners and National Real Estate Advisors, the 32-story building in Hell’s Kitchen features a rooftop pool with expansive views, a range of amenities, and 330 residences. Compass Development Marketing Group is the building’s exclusive leasing and marketing partner. Residences at The Ellery range from studios to two-bedroom layouts.
Sales Launch for 'VITA' Passive House Development at 499-501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards, Manhattan

3 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Vanessa Londono

Sales recently launched for VITA, a two-building residential development in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards billed as the city’s largest passive house condominium development. Designed by Archimaera and INC Architecture and Design and developed by ZD Jasper Realty, the 12-story buildings at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue comprise 121 residences and an expansive amenity collection. The property’s Passive House principles can reduce energy consumption by up to 90 percent.
Exterior Work Progresses on Dekalb Commons at 639, 652 DeKalb Avenue in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn

4 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Michael Young |Matt Pruznick

Exterior work is moving along on Dekalb Commons, a pair of seven-story all-affordable residential buildings at 639 and 652 DeKalb Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. Designed by Magnusson Architecture & Planning and developed by St. Nick’s Alliance in partnership with Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation, the architecturally cohesive structures will collectively span 89,000 square feet and yield 85 rental units in studio- to three-bedroom layouts.
Demolition Imminent at 1477 Third Avenue on Manhattan's Upper East Side

4 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Michael Young |Matt Pruznick

Demolition preparations have begun at 1477 Third Avenue, the site of a 15-story residential building on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Designed by BKSK Architects and developed by Noam Shemel of Kano Real Estate Investments, the 159-foot-tall structure will span 25,754 square feet and yield nine condominium units with an average scope of 2,677 square feet, according to permits filed in 2022.
Mayor Adams Announces Funding For Clean Public Spaces

4 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Max Gillespie

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced an investment in public cleanliness as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget, dubbed the “Best Budget Ever.” The initiative baselines over $32 million annually for the Department of Sanitation (DSNY), including $31 million by FY 2028 for litter basket pick-ups, representing the highest permanent funding level in the city’s history.
Permits Filed for 1519 57th Street in Borough Park, Brooklyn

4 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Vanessa Londono

Permits have been filed for a four-story residential building at 1519 57th Street in Borough Park, Brooklyn. Located between 56th Street and 57th Street, the lot is two blocks from the 55th Street subway station, served by the D train. Eliezer Chajmovicz is listed as the owner behind the applications. The proposed 54-foot-tall development will yield 7,926 square feet designated for residential space.
427 Marcy Avenue Nears Completion in South Williamsburg, Brooklyn

5 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Michael Young

Construction is nearing completion on 427 Marcy Avenue, a seven-story residential building in South Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Designed by Diego Aguilera Architects and developed by Abraham Brac and Ezra Unger, the structure will yield 79,200 square feet with 25 units. The ground-up property is located at the corner of Marcy Avenue and Walton Street.
BRP Companies Completes The Arboretum At Farmingville In Brookhaven

5 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Max Gillespie

BRP Companies has completed construction on The Arboretum at Farmingville, a 491,000-square-foot residential complex at 20 Maple Lane in Brookhaven, Long Island. Designed by Niles Bolton Associates, the project yields 292 residential units and a seven-acre publicly accessible park. It is BRP’s first residential project on Long Island. Apartments at The Arboretum are offered in two-bedroom apartments, lofts, two- and three-bedroom townhomes, and three-bedroom single-family home configurations.
Housing Lottery Launches for Greenpoint Central at 65 Dupont Street in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

5 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Vanessa Londono

The affordable housing lottery has launched for Greenpoint Central, an eight-story residential building at 65 and 75 Dupont Street in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Designed by Hill West Architects and developed by Madison Realty Capital, the structures collectively yield 471 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 84 units for residents at 130 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $68,949 to $227,500.
Permits Filed for 199 North 5th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

5 days ago | newyorkyimby.com | Vanessa Londono

Permits have been filed to expand a three-story structure into a five-story residential building at 199 North 5th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Located between Driggs Avenue and Roebling Street, the lot is near the Bedford Avenue subway station, served by the L train. Idan Shitrit of Investmates is listed as the owner behind the applications. The proposed 55-foot-tall development will yield 11,350 square feet designated for residential space.