Lightstone Group says it will proceed with Gowanus Canal development
In response to a request by City Councilmember Brad Lander to withdraw its application to build a residential development along the Gowanus Canal, developer The Lightstone Group said it planned to move forward with its project.
“We are fully committed to the development of our Gowanus Canal project and will move forward to build a high-quality, environmentally-sound residential complex,” said Ethan Geto, a spokesperson for the firm, in an email message Wednesday.
Lander had noted that the proposed Lightstone development was in an area that was evacuated for Hurricane Sandy, and the canal overflowed, flooding nearby residences and businesses.