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Regulatory relief for NY housing shortage in “Let Them Build” SEQRA amendments - by Jesse Hiney

Regulatory relief for NY housing shortage in “Let Them Build” SEQRA amendments - by Jesse Hiney

February 24, 2026
Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed revisions to New York’s State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) represent a targeted effort to expedite housing production and respond to the State’s housing shortage.
Ferguson Partners releases 2026 Human Capital Trends Report

Ferguson Partners releases 2026 Human Capital Trends Report

February 24, 2026
Manhattan, NY Ferguson Partners released its 2026 Human Capital Trends Report, identifying the most pressing real assets industry workforce priorities shaping the year ahead.
First time homebuyers must be part of the solution to the affordable housing crisis

First time homebuyers must be part of the solution to the affordable housing crisis

February 24, 2026
New York, NY Expanding programs that enable renters to become first time homebuyers would grow the housing supply as a part of the solution to the housing crisis, according to Jamie Smarr, president and CEO of the
IREON Insights:  The hidden dangers of broad indemnification clauses - a dual perspective from legal counsel and insurance professionals

IREON Insights: The hidden dangers of broad indemnification clauses - a dual perspective from legal...

February 24, 2026
This two-part article examines the hidden risks embedded in broad indemnification clauses commonly found in construction contracts. In part one, “The Attorney’s Perspective”, legal counsel
DHPH LLC rebrands as Kadima Industrial Partners

DHPH LLC rebrands as Kadima Industrial Partners

February 24, 2026
Manhattan, NY DHPH has rebranded as Kadima Industrial Partners to reflect the firm’s expanded scope across industrial real estate. The new identity underscores the
Witkoff and Access Real Estate close on $525 million refinancing for One High Line

Witkoff and Access Real Estate close on $525 million refinancing for One High Line

February 24, 2026
Manhattan, NY Witkoff, a privately held real estate investment and development firm, and Access Real Estate, a U.S.-based investment group, have completed the closing of a $525 million refinancing for One High Line,
Brookfield Properties unveils major installation by artist Huyghe at One Liberty Plaza

Brookfield Properties unveils major installation by artist Huyghe at One Liberty Plaza

February 24, 2026
Manhattan, NY Brookfield Properties unveiled a major work by acclaimed artist Pierre Huyghe at One Liberty Plaza, a 54-story, 2.3 million s/f, trophy office tower centrally located in the city.
Sunset Pier 94 Studios debuts 232,000 s/f sound stage facility with joint venture partners

Sunset Pier 94 Studios debuts 232,000 s/f sound stage facility with joint venture partners

February 24, 2026
Manhattan, NY Sunset Pier 94 Studios, the city’s first purpose-built film and television studio facility, officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by joint venture partners Vornado Realty Trust Hudson Pacific Properties (HPP) and Blackstone Real Estate, along with the New York City Economic Development Corp. (NYCEDC), elected officials, industry leaders and community partners.
Bluefish establishes 17,050 s/f headquarters at Columbia Prop. Trust’s 315 Park Ave. South

Bluefish establishes 17,050 s/f headquarters at Columbia Prop. Trust’s 315 Park Ave. South

February 24, 2026
Manhattan, NY Bluefish has established its first permanent headquarters at 315 Park Ave. South, Columbia Property Trust’s Midtown South office building. The leading AI marketing platform for Fortune 500 companies, Bluefish moved into 17,050 s/f of prebuilt space
JEMB Realty launches recapitalization and refinancing of One Willoughby Square

JEMB Realty launches recapitalization and refinancing of One Willoughby Square

February 24, 2026
Brooklyn, NY JEMB Realty has commenced the recapitalization and refinancing of One Willoughby Sq., its 35-story, 500,000 s/f Class A office tower, with a $125 million loan from Deutsche Bank.
Brookhaven IDA closes on pact for structural steel fabricator’s expansion

Brookhaven IDA closes on pact for structural steel fabricator’s expansion

February 24, 2026
Farmingville, NY According to Frederick Braun III, chairman of the Town of Brookhaven Industrial Development Agency (IDA), the IDA has closed on a package of economic development benefits
Levin Management opens 2026 with expanded  management assignments for longtime client

Levin Management opens 2026 with expanded management assignments for longtime client

February 24, 2026
North Brunswick, NJ Commercial real estate services firm Levin Management Corporation (LMC) is opening 2026 with continued growth in its third-party management platform, expanding a longtime client relationship