What Are We Planning for the Grand Concourse Library? 

The NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and The New York Public Library (NYPL) are planning for the redevelopment of the Grand Concourse Library, with a new state-of-the-art library and affordable housing on top.  

The existing library, which is owned by the City, was built in 1959 and has served the surrounding community for 65 years. The redevelopment of the site will be initiated through a competitive process called a Request for Proposals (RFP) that asks developers to respond to a set of goals and guidelines that reflect community priorities.  

Scroll down to read more about community engagement and how to provide your input! The RFP and public approval process can take several years to complete; there will be multiple opportunities for the public to share their feedback before construction begins. The branch will remain open to serve the public until construction begins. 

What Phase of the RFP Process Are We In?

1 Community Visioning

We want your input on the future of the Grand Concourse Library site! The community visioning phase is your chance to help shape the Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new library and affordable housing.  

Check out the How To Get Involved tab for more information about opportunities to provide input. Tell us what you think about this future development by filling out the Project Questionnaire!    

If you are interested in learning more about the RFP process, please navigate to the RFP Process and FAQs tab. If you are interested in submitting an RFP response in the future, please navigate to the Submit An RFP Response tab. 

For information about the existing Grand Concourse Library, click here. 

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You can also email any questions to GrandConcourseLibrary@hpd.nyc.gov..