What was permitted
Structural upgrades are planned for the elevator shaft at 208 5 Avenue in Manhattan's Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square neighborhood. This project involves removing and replacing existing elevator rails and reinforcing the elevator pit.
The permit for this structural work was issued on June 2, 2026, with an estimated cost of $65,000. ALKA CONTRACTING INC (GC) is the general contractor for this project.
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