What was permitted
In the Midtown-Times Square neighborhood, a temporary single-car personnel hoist is being installed at 147 West 55 Street. This is a common sight during larger construction projects to safely transport workers and materials vertically.
The permit for this hoist installation was issued on August 31, 2026, with an estimated project cost of $35,000. ARSENAL SCAFFOLD INC is the contractor responsible for this work, which must comply with current building codes.
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