NEW YORK CITY-A new plan to develop a landmark district for downtown Brooklyn attracted intense opposition from business owners and residents at a Landmarks Preservation Commission hearing. Opponents say that the projected district would uphold few undeserving buildings and raise business and living costs in the locality.
However, the officials who favor the proposed district say that the architecture of downtown Brooklyn needs to be protected. The City Council could vote to reject or change the designation if the plan is approved.For the full story, go to Wall Street Journal.
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