| Waterfront
Development:
• Goals
and Constraints
• Proposal
• Illustrative Images
• Illustrative
Animations
Note: The graphics
below are illustrative representations of development
under the proposed zoning, and do not represent
the amount of development expected in the foreseeable
future as a result of the action.
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| As shown in this illustrative massing of the blocks between N. 4th and N. 7th Street in Williamsburg, the proposed zoning regulations achieve a low-rise edge with the community, with buildings of no more than six stories, and shift taller buildings toward the waterfront. The proposed text changes yield varied heights, producing a compelling skyline. Finally, the average FAR of 4.3 across development sites makes possible superior site planning.
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The proposed zoning was modeled for all development sites within the rezoning area. As shown in the illustrative massing of these sites, a variety of site plans that follow the waterfront development principles outlined above could be produced under the proposal.
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The renderings below illustrate the type of new development that would be possible under the proposed zoning, including public open spaces along the waterfront and a sensitive transition to the existing neighborhood.
Looking south along West Street from the intersection of Freeman Street. The proposed 65-foot height limits along the west side of Commercial Street, West Street, and Kent Avenue requires waterfront development to meet the neighborhood at a low scale.
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Looking west along the extension of North 4th Street in Williamsburg. The proposed Waterfront Access Plan would require new development to include publicly accessible waterfront open spaces. |
Looking north along West Street at the intersection of Commercial Street. The proposed enlargement of Newtown Barge Park would open to the public the water's edge and spectacular views. |
View from the East River of the Greenpoint-Williamsburg waterfront, illustrating new parks and a continuous waterfront esplanade, along with the theoretical maximum development on waterfront sites. Proposed zoning text changes ensure variation in building heights along the waterfront. |
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