The gulf between the railroads using Penn Station and the arena sitting on top of it, Madison Square Garden, was on full display Wednesday at a marathon public hearing of the City Planning Commission, where the transit agencies what they deem the Garden’s lack of compatibility with the train station as city officials weigh a permit renewal that could ultimately force it to relocate.
The World’s Most Famous Arena — home of the Knicks and Rangers, and America’s highest-grossing concert venue — is seeking a permanent “special permit” allowing it to operate an entertainment venue on the land above Penn Station. The current permit expires in July.
