I guess I am simply not frightened by high rise like other folks are.
Don't think we're frightened by high-rises, just don't want them sweeping through Jackson Heights, a unique mix of private homes and apartment buildings that contains an unusual amount of green space around the housing. That uniqueness is what got the core of this planned community designated a NYC Historic Landmark in 1993 and the larger area listed on the National Historic Register. Why would anyone want to see that damaged, especially since we already are one of the densest neighborhoods in New York City (Zip Code 11372)... and the nation for that matter?
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You didn't explain what was disingenuous about the postcard photos, or why you described the photo as featuring Tudor mansions, or how it has anything to do with fake news?
And thank you for the info, Tom Lowenhaupt. Please wish Patti a Happy Mothers Day from Barbara and me. Roosevelt Parc? Swanky, though I like Interstate Vue - still French sounding.
All the best.
We in Jackson Heights are in a position of power. As opposed to being reactionary, my point is use that power to force the developers of the new high rises to incorporate public space (gardens) in their design. Otherwise they don't get approved.
It's a question of taste. I am a modernist in my aesthetic and so not averse to well constructed contemporary high rise.
Some are attractive.
By not being reactionary....that is black and white, good compromises can be reached (win/win) benefiting the community and the developers.
It's a pragmatic approach.
With a balanced and open mind, much can be achieved. Incorporating modern design.
Your postcard shows an area that is outside the Historic District that is already zoned for highrise and implies the historic district will look like that.
But in truth, what are the new boundaries of the Historic District that you are suggesting?
And why not show a jpeg of a mini Chrysler Building?
With bargaining power, instead of being reactionary, we could even make developers build that!
(I am being hyperbolic...to make my point...)