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What does it take to convert office buildings into housing?

by Samantha Fields

Feb 28, 2024

New York, like many cities, wants to provide more housing and soak up empty office space. But the transition can be complex and costly.

The former office building at 160 Water St. in New York City will be home to residential tenants who can afford Financial District rents.

Samantha Fields/Marketplace

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