City Planning Commission votes unanimously in favor of the controversial Childs Building amphitheater plan

City Planning Commission votes unanimously in favor of the controversial Childs Building amphitheater plan • Brooklyn Daily

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A major public oversight board voted unanimously on Dec. 4 in favor of outgoing Borough President Markowitz’s controversial dream of turning the former Childs Restaurant in Coney Island into a venue to host his summer concerts series.

The City Planning Commission, a 13-member panel charged with approving major real estate projects, endorsed Borough President Markowitz’s pet project of converting the landmarked and derelict Childs building into a restaurant and arena complex — to the chagrin of residents who fear the Beep’s baby is bound to be unruly.