New construction remains paused at 88 E. 2nd St.

The under-construction mixed-use building on the northwest corner of First Avenue and Second Street remains dormant. We haven't seen activity on the site since around Labor Day. 

As we noted in October, according to Department of Buildings filings, the project has changed from a seven-story, 22-unit building to an eight-story structure with 24 units. There are also plans for three retail spaces on the street level. 

The DOB issued the latest work permit on Jan. 7, per public records.

There's now a new rendering on the site with a completion date of fall of 2027 (previously — 2026).

However, the building's image is the same as before — no new floor spotted here at 88 E. Second St.

The site previously housed three buildings — 33, 35 and 37 First Ave. — which were demolished in early 2024.