Morning Reads: Katz’s Prevails in Trademark Suit, Croman Under Investigation, New 215 Chrystie St. Renderings

By
Ed Litvak
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Katz’s Deli has won a lawsuit against a Florida restaurant that was using its name (Daily News).

The state Attorney General is investigating whether Steve Croman, who owns many Lower East Side buildings, has used illegal tactics to force rent-regulated tenants out of their apartments (Daily News).

A new report portrays NYCHA as one of New York’s worst landlords (Real Deal).

A local TV reporter discovers gentrification on the Lower East Side: “The historic New York neighborhood, once teeming with immigrants, is now being taken over by trendy hipsters. Art galleries are pushing out pickle stores.” (Channel 2).

Your first look at renderings inside 215 Chrystie St., Ian Schrager’s high-end hotel/condo project now underway (New York Yimby).

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