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Construction in historic Seaport District blocked by NY Supreme Court after finding alleged ‘quid pro quo’ and ‘political cover’

By Sarah Belle Lin Posted on January 16, 2023
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Parking lots can live many lives. But deciding what kind of life exactly can lead to major gridlock. At least this is the case for one former parking lot in the South Seaport Historic District in lower Manhattan.

Plans to build an $850 million, 26-story tower at 250 Water St. came to a screeching halt when the state Supreme Court blocked further construction on the site late last week.

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Construction in historic Seaport District blocked by NY Supreme Court after finding alleged ‘quid pro quo’ and ‘political cover’

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