I didn’t see any threads on this one, but one of the coolest renovations in progress is that of the old Emigrant Savings Bank located at 51 Chambers St.
48 years! Well it’s a strange area, it’s definitely the “Civic Square” or whatever neighborhood, not Tribeca or downtown. A lot of the nearby buildings are owned by NYC government, but hopefully that parking lot will change soon.
This used to be there, from 1878 to 1970 or 71.
Apparently it was torn down for the urban renewal plan going on nearby. Odd considering that the area was gone by 1969, as well as the fact that they obviously couldn’t do much with the site since both buildings next to it were each landmarks.
Not sure if people are actively living here yet b/c there is still work underway, evident on the Reade St. side. That said, very cool building: Luxury Tribeca Condo Building | 49 Chambers NYC
Unfortunately, the eyesore of a parking lot next door remains. I’m not sure if that parking lot is used for City or Federal gov’t… But you would think it would be cheaper for whoever owns it to sell that plot and just rent space in nearby parking garages; there is one literally 200 feet away!
