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Harlem Debates 125th Street Rezoning Plan

by Brian Zumhagen

NEW YORK, NY April 05, 2008 —Supporters and opponents of a rezoning plan for 125th Street faced off at a city planning commission meeting this week. The first comprehensive plan for Harlem’s main street in more than 40 years seeks to create a regional business corridor with new condos and hotels, but also new space for arts and entertainment institutions. Critics say it short-changes affordable housing and would accelerate gentrification uptown. WNYC's Brian Zumhagen talks about the plan with Brad Lander, director of the Pratt Center for Community Development.



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