Construction for NYU's 181 Mercer Street project has begun. Some students are looking forward to seeing the finished product, while others question the necessity of a new NYU building.
The University Space Priorities Working Group Town Hall Meeting showed ongoing conflict between residents and NYU. Additionally, the Student Senators Council Town Hall Meeting with NYU President Sexton occurred yesterday.
Tenants of the NYU owned high-rise complex Washington Square Village appealed the dismissal of their lawsuit to block a portion of NYU’s 2031 expansion plan on Tuesday.
NYU, already one of the top landowners in New York City, has its sights set on expanding through President Sexton’s NYU 2031 plan. The pricey project has been met with much controversy from students, NYU faculty, and Greenwich Village residents.
After its initial introduction in 2010, NYU 2031 has been pushed through multiple fine-tooth combs and finally received a green light from the City Council in June.
