Privately-Owned Public Spaces

Zoning Amendment Allows Changes to Privately-Owned Public Spaces in Manhattan

Privately-owned public spaces on Walter Street in Manhattan could get a little more private and a little less public under terms of a new zoning amendment approved by the City Council.

July 12, 2016 - amNew York

Are Privately-Owned Public Spaces Held Captive?

Anil Dash examines how public spaces are less valued when they are owned by private companies as evidenced in New York City.

March 13, 2012 - Anil Dash

The Master of "POPS" Speaks Out on Zuccotti Park

Thomas Balsley has designed more Privately-Owned Public Spaces (POPS) in New York than anyone. In this op-ed he expresses his support for continuing to encourage the creation of these spaces, regardless of the ownership issues.

December 21, 2011 - The New York Observer

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