208 5 AVENUE, MANHATTAN, 10010 · Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square
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.
Property owners in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square can expect elevator shaft upgrades costing around $65,000, focusing on rail replacement and pit reinforcement.
Issued
June 2, 2026
Expires
August 3, 2026
License
General Contractor
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Filed by ALKA CONTRACTING INC · 4 permits across 3 neighborhoods
View the official permit record
Tracking number, work description, cost, and dates
| Tracking Number | 953926402 |
| Work Permit # | M01277085-I1-ST |
| Job Filing Number | — |
| Work Type | Structural |
| Status | Permit Issued |
| Job Description | Filing for elevator shaft upgrades including removal and replacement of the existing elevator rails and reinforcement of the elevator pit. No change in use, egress or occupancy. |
| Floor / Unit | Cellar, Elevator Pit, Floor Number(s) 1 through 7, Roof |
| Estimated Cost | $65,000 |
| Approved | November 13, 2025 |
| Issued |
WEBER-FARHAT REALTY
AARON WEBER
| June 2, 2026 |
| Expires | August 3, 2026 |
| BBL | — |
| BIN | — |