There’s a shiny new storefront at 146 Franklin St that I passed by this morning. I didn’t have a chance to get all up in it, so just a quick Blackberry pic.
Anyone know what’s up? Looks like a pretty basic storefront for retail or office.
What’s Up at 146 Franklin Street?
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I saw this online and that doesn't look like a wooden storefront to me…
Hearing Date: 8/4/2009
LPC Docket Number: 098978
Brooklyn, Block: 2558, Lot: 2
146 Franklin St – Greenpoint Historic District
An Italianate style rowhouse built in 1863-64. Application is to install storefronts.
HDC Testimony
This application is a huge improvement and HDC applauds the applicant for taking on such a job. The faux door an interesting solution to the problem posed by the interior lay out, but rather than calling too much attention to it, a simpler, flat door with a surround could be more appropriate. In addition, we would ask that the storefront be made of wood and not aluminum. This would not only be more historically appropriate, but would also help better integrate the door with the overall storefront.
LPC Determination: Approved w/mods
I've heard that it will be an insurance company unfortunately.
Yep, insurance company