Major Renovation and Change of Use at 245 5th Avenue, Manhattan
245 5 AVENUE, MANHATTAN, 10016 · Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square
What was permitted
Homeowners and neighbors in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square can observe a significant renovation project underway at 245 5th Avenue. This project involves a complete overhaul of the existing retail space, with the intention of transforming it into an eating and drinking establishment.
This extensive project was issued a permit on June 11, 2026, with an estimated cost of $862,400. The work is being managed by ESCO DEVELOPMENT LLC.
A substantial $862,400 project is transforming a retail space into a restaurant in the Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square area.
What it cost
Issued
June 11, 2026
Expires
September 13, 2026
License
General Contractor
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Filed by ESCO DEVELOPMENT LLC · 7 permits across 2 neighborhoods
View the official permit record
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 | 930040798 |
| Work Permit # | M01181780-I1-GC |
| Job Filing Number | — |
| Work Type | General Construction |
| Status | Permit Issued |
| Job Description | Filed herewith for complete renovation and Change of Use from Retail to Eating and Drinking Establishment. Also, list Mezz Level on CO, and increase Occupancy on Cellar, First, and Mezz Level. |
| Floor / Unit | Cellar, Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1, Mezzanine 1 |
| Estimated Cost | $862,400 |
| Approved | March 12, 2026 |
| Issued | June 11, 2026 |
| Expires | September 13, 2026 |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |
Property Owner
THE MOINIAN GROUP
Gabriel Dagan