Vernon 298 LLC has filed plans for 32-02 Linden Place, a proposed ten-story mixed-use residential building in Flushing, Queens. The structure will span 285,543 square feet and yield 296 apartments, with 75 units dedicated to affordable housing reserved for households earning 40 to 60 percent of the area median income.
Developer purchases four parcels for twenty-six million dollars
The L-shaped property is bounded by Linden Place, Farrington Street, and 32nd Avenue. It is currently occupied by a large one-story commercial building and a surface-level parking lot. The developer purchased the four-parcel assemblage from Gary Chen for $26.5 million. Alongside the residential units, the project will include ground-floor retail, a parking garage, and bike storage.
Renderings reveal symmetrical massing with stepped setbacks
Renderings preview a symmetrical massing featuring stepped setbacks topped with terraces on the upper levels. The façade will use gray paneling surrounding a grid of floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors leading to numerous stacks of balconies. Earth-toned paneling will enclose the building corners, while the ground floor will feature a dark envelope with expansive windows for retail frontage. New tree-lined sidewalks will surround the entire property.
Public reviews begin following recent environmental reforms
Public reviews began on September 23. This review phase started a year ahead of schedule following landmark reforms to the State Environmental Quality Review Act enacted in the state budget signed by Governor Kathy Hochul on May 27. The site requires rezoning from M1-1 to R7A/C2-4 before construction can begin. The project must also clear reviews by the local community board, the city planning commission, and the city council.
Transit Access for Future Residents
Future residents will have access to public transit via the 7 train at the Flushing–Main Street station. The station is located approximately a 15-minute walk south of the property.
Details on property cost apartment count and required rezoning
What was the cost of the property assemblage?
The developer purchased the four-parcel site from Gary Chen for $26.5 million.
How many total apartments will the building contain?
The ten-story building is planned to yield 296 apartments, with 75 units set aside as affordable housing.
What zoning change is required for the site?
The property must be rezoned from M1-1 to R7A/C2-4 before construction can commence.
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