Composition of BK Community District 6 (2012)
Brooklyn Community District 6
Burden (2021)
Community Board Priorities
Brooklyn Blocks 405 & 411
Current Uses
Current Context
Creative Spaces
A number of creative artist spaces, including music and photography studios, exist proximal to the block (on Bond Street)
Rental increases prompted by the rezoning may necessitate the preservation and creation of creative space and arts programming
Public Records
Multi-use nightlife and arts space at occupying the former American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) building The building is historically landmarked by NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission
Flushing Tunnel Pumping Station & Gate House
Historically significant site which plays a key infrastructural role in maintaining water quality in the canal
A beautiful municipal building and a reminder of the area’s industrial legacy and connection to the water
Planning Goals
Active and Accessible Waterfront
Cultural Corridor
Day and Nightlife Multi-Use Spaces
Design
Providing open spaces and cultural programs to
Foster social connection
Principles of existing structures whilst retaining their industrial and historic character
Adaptive reuse
Flexible Design Choices
Buildings which can accommodate multiple uses through through a flood-mitigating waterfront and urban roof-gardens
Climate Resilience
Illustrated Plan
Fostering social connection
Flexible Design Choices
Adaptive Reuse Climate Resilience
Flexible design choices
255 Butler Street
Complimentary uses from dusk until dawn which serve public needs during the daytime and encourage economic activity in the evening
Retain the character of the existing structure
Daytime Nighttime
Douglas and Butler Street
Historical Landmark + Public Access
- providing cultural programming
- open green space for recreation
Flexible Design: Stairs and Floats
- flood prevention
- activation of waterfront as destination for recreation
Cultural Programs for different age groups
- workshops for children on hydro infrastructure, agriculture, fishing, sustainable food production, etc.
