–Average rents are down almost 8% over last year on the Lower East Side. [AMNY]
–Developer Samy Mahfar is alleging conflict of interest by a member of Community Board 3 impacted his failed bid to change zoning on East Houston Street. [Real Estate Weekly]
–The Allure Group, “mastermind behind the Rivington House scandal,” has reportedly fallen behind on a $20 million loan at a nursing home in Brooklyn. [The Real Deal]
–An enraged doorman at the Ludlow Hotel, “punched (a taxi) driver repeatedly in the face, trashed his phone, then unceremoniously quit his job by fleeing the scene.” [DNA Info]
–The subterranean spot known as “The Lø” opens at 19 Kenmare with a “secret chef.” [Bedford & Bowery]
–McSorley’s got its “A” from the health department. [Daily News]
–Drake opens his own clothing store at Bowery and Bond. [EV Grieve]
