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           Atlantic Ave. Mixed Use Plan

  "The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan (AAMUP) is a controversial part of Mayor Eric Adams' "City of Yes" housing initiative. The plan has been in the works for several years and covers approximately 13 blocks along Atlantic Avenue between Vanderbilt and Nostrand avenues. It affects adjacent streets, both north and south, impacting Crown Heights North, Crow Hill, Prospect Heights, Bedford Stuyvesant, and Clinton Hill. The overall plan seeks to build quality affordable housing, especially along Atlantic Avenue, but also on the adjacent streets outlined on the map. The plan also seeks to create and sustain jobs offering a living wage, create new green spaces and encourage mixed-use buildings that will attract new businesses and safe streets. There are also plans to activate the Bedford Armory for community use. The controversy arises over questions of true "affordable housing," increased gentrification, displacement of current residents and businesses, traffic and safety. The plan can be accessed here: 

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