Leila Bozorg
Coverage of Leila Bozorg in the Nexus archive.
- Chelsea NYCHA project gets federal greenlight as litigation persists
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) received federal approval to convert Fulton and Elliott-Chelsea housing to Section 8, involving demolition and rebuilding for 2,056 residents with plans for thousands of mixed-income units. Housing advocates oppose the project, citing displacement risks and insufficient low-income housing, while NYCHA argues it aligns with its mission and includes healthcare and community facilities.
- Construction at Midtown building could be halted for months: Deputy mayor
Construction at the old Pfizer building in Midtown could be halted for months as New York City officials investigate a construction 'failure'. A partial stop-work order has been issued by the Department of Buildings, according to Deputy Mayor Leila Bozorg.
- Manhattan high-rise deemed stable after columns buckled, and some evacuations are lifted
An under-construction Manhattan high-rise stabilized after columns buckled, leading to lifted evacuations of nearby buildings. Emergency repairs are ongoing at the former Pfizer headquarters, now being converted into luxury apartments.