55 Hudson Street public plaza easement (Ord. 26-094)

At a glance

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What: Ordinance 26-094 (agenda item 3.6) approves an easement agreement for two public plazas at 55 Hudson Street (Block 14505, Lot 1), a nearly complete mixed-use building.
Where it stands: first reading on the November 12 agenda; the applicant agreed at the caucus to revise the agreement beforehand.

2026-11-09 - Municipal Caucus - The applicant's counsel said both plazas are open 24 hours and remain private property with a perpetual public easement, with the developer responsible for maintenance and insurance. Members objected to the restricted-activities exhibit: the 10 PM to 8 AM limit, lounging as a prohibited activity, consent for organized activities, the open-ended clause allowing other restrictions, and loitering. A member asked that smoking and vaping be added. Counsel agreed to revise before introduction, since a substantial change after introduction would require re-introduction.
2026-11-12 - Municipal Council - Agenda lists Ordinance 26-094 for first reading (item 3.6); outcome not yet recorded.