The New York City Council approved a plan for constructing a 72-story residential tower on Tuesday, March 10. The borough’s second-tallest tower will rise at 395 Flatbush Avenue in Downtown Brooklyn. The project will deliver more than 1,200 new homes to the area. Construction of the new building is expected to begin in 2028.
Rabina and Park Tower Group Plan 72-Story Residential Tower
The New York City Council approved a plan for the 840-foot-tall building project on March 10. Located at 395 Flatbush Avenue Extension, the tower will be one of the tallest buildings in the borough and will feature a mixed-use development with residential apartments.
The second-tallest building project in Downtown Brooklyn is being developed by Rabina and Park Tower Group. Designed by TenBerke Architects, the 72-story residential tower will replace an existing seven-story vacant city-owned office building.
New York City–based Rabina is a family-owned real estate investment and development firm with more than 65 years of experience. Park Tower Group, also headquartered in NYC, is partnering with Rabina on the development of the 72-story building in Brooklyn.
Key Details About Downtown Brooklyn’s Upcoming Second-Tallest Tower
The new building will include approximately 1,263 apartments, with a portion designated as affordable housing. Current plans set aside 325 units as permanently affordable, aimed at moderate-income households.
Along with residential units, the project will include retail and commercial space, as well as community facilities. Officials have also discussed potential space for the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene within the development.
According to a GlobeSt. report, the project will deliver wider sidewalks, a new public plaza, and upgrades to a nearby subway entrance. These upgrades are expected to improve pedestrian access and connectivity around the site. The construction of the project will begin in 2028.
The 72-story tower will become another major addition to Downtown Brooklyn’s fast-changing skyline. With the New York City Council’s approval, the building marks another milestone in the city’s evolving skyline.
