Tag: queens-redevelopment

State Assembly overwhelmingly passes parkland alienation bill necessary for Metropolitan Park

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May. 15, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The New York State Assembly has overwhelmingly approved legislation that would allow Mets owner Steve Cohen and Hard Rock International to transform 50 acres of Citi Field parking lot into Metropolitan Park, an $8 billion entertainment complex anchored by a casino. On Tuesday, lawmakers voted 134-11 in favor…

Former Parkway Hospital site in Forest Hills set for environmental remediation, redevelopment

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Feb. 18, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The long-vacant Parkway Hospital site in Forest Hills is set to undergo a major environmental cleanup as part of its planned transformation into a mixed-use development featuring senior affordable housing, family units, and community space. Applications have been filed to enroll the property at 70-35 113th St. into…