NEW YORK, NY April 08, 2008 —Opponents of the controversial Atlantic Yards project want to stop any demolition between 6th Avenue and Dean street in Brooklyn.

The Dean Street Property Association - made up of tenants, business and property owners - says buildings are being taken down too quickly without a guaranteed "Phase 2" construction plan.

The group has asked Governor Paterson and the Empire State Development Corporation to reevaluate and possibly suspend any more demolitions in the area.

A spokesperson for the ESDC says "Phase 2" is an integral part of the project and that it's committed to ensuring the developer fulfills its obligation to complete all phases of the Atlantic Yards project.

The governor's office has yet to comment.