Pelham Bay residents, your voice matters now more than ever. A new building is under construction at 3117 Buhre Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461, in the very heart of our beloved community. The presence of this new structure raises critical concerns about the potential impact on our neighborhood's safety and well-being, especially if facilities such as shelters or halfway houses are introduced without thorough and open dialogue with the community.

This petition is not just a personal matter, but a precautionary measure for the safety of our community members, particularly our most vulnerable - the children, seniors, and families who frequent our schools, daycare centers, and senior citizen facilities nearby. We have a collective responsibility to ensure their safety and security, and it is our right as community members to have a say in developments that could affect us directly.

We are urging the City of New York to uphold a standard of transparency and community involvement. Before any high-impact facilities are approved at this location or any nearby site, we demand comprehensive input from local residents. It is fundamental that any decisions made reflect the interests and safety concerns of those who call Pelham Bay home.

Transparency and proactive communication are key. We call upon city officials to engage with us, the Pelham Bay residents, by providing detailed information about the planning and purpose of this construction. We deserve an opportunity to voice our perspectives and participate in shaping the community in which we live.

By signing this petition, you are helping us to remind city planners and officials that our voice matters. Let us unite to ensure that any development at 3117 Buhre Avenue is in line with the needs, safety, and values of our community. Raise your voice for transparency and community safety today. Sign the petition and stand with Pelham Bay!

Petition Description:

We, the residents and supporters of the Pelham Bay community, respectfully call on the New York City Department of Buildings, City Planning Commission, and local elected officials to halt any unapproved or inappropriate development at 3117 Buhre Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461 until full transparency, safety reviews, and community input have been provided.

Our neighborhood has always welcomed growth and progress — but not at the expense of safety, zoning integrity, and quality of life.

Community Statement:

This petition is not rooted in any form of discrimination. Our sole intent is to support affordable housing options that serve working-class residents.

We respectfully request that:

No high-impact residential or institutional facilities be approved near schools, daycare centers, or senior centers.
The Pelham Bay community be formally notified and properly consulted regarding any proposed use of the property.
The city conduct a comprehensive public safety and zoning impact review prior to approving any occupancy or development plans.
 

Why This Matters:

3117 Buhre Avenue sits in the heart of a residential area with families, seniors, and schools nearby. Unapproved or mismanaged development could increase traffic congestion, strain infrastructure, and raise safety concerns.

Our community deserves full transparency and participation in any planning process that affects our neighborhood’s future.

We urge city officials to act responsibly — prioritize safety, uphold zoning laws, and protect the integrity of the Pelham Bay community.