Dorm Renovation at 1120 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan
1120 AMSTERDAM AVENUE, MANHATTAN, 10027 · Morningside Heights
What was permitted
Residents in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, may notice significant construction at 1120 Amsterdam Avenue. This extensive project involves converting existing dorm suites into fully accessible single and double occupant sleeping rooms.
The permit for this large-scale renovation was issued on June 1, 2026, with an estimated project cost of $13,071,039. SKANSKA USA BUILDING, INC is the general contractor for this undertaking.
A substantial $13 million general construction project is underway in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, to convert dorms into accessible rooms.
What it cost
Issued
June 1, 2026
Expires
August 31, 2026
License
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Filed by SKANSKA USA BUILDING, INC · 14 permits across 7 neighborhoods
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Tracking number, work description, cost, and dates
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View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost, and dates
| Tracking Number | 204069936 |
| Work Permit # | M01264739-I1-GC |
| Job Filing Number | — |
| Work Type | General Construction |
| Status | Permit Issued |
| Job Description | Renovation/Conversion of dorm suites to fully accessible single/double occupant sleeping rooms, proposed turnstiles and modifications to office/conference/lounge rooms as per plans filed herewith. Replacement of entry ramp/landing, windows and skylights. |
| Floor / Unit | Cellar, Cellar, Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1, Floor Number(s) 1, Floor Number(s) 1, Floor Number(s) 2, Floor Number(s) 2, Floor Number(s) 2, Floor Number(s) 2, Floor Number(s) 3, Floor Number(s) 3, Floor |
| Estimated Cost | $13,071,039 |
| Approved | May 20, 2026 |
| Issued | June 1, 2026 |
| Expires | August 31, 2026 |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |
Property Owner
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - MANHATTANVILL
Hany Ayoub