# Cracks at 222 Broadway Trigger City Shutdown | Real Estate News

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Podcast: [Real Estate News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7843453)
Published: 2026-07-27T22:07:42+00:00
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New York City has halted construction at 222 Broadway, a 32-story office-to-apartment conversion, after inspectors found cracks in two top-floor beams—damage the developer initially downplayed. The city’s Department of Buildings is now demanding full safety assurances before work resumes, sparking a standoff with developer GFP Real Estate, who insists the building is stable and just disputes when the issue should’ve been reported. This pause follows a similar incident in Midtown where steel columns buckled, prompting a citywide crackdown on building safety. With apartments already leased and a one-year deadline looming, the city’s scrutiny is a stark reminder that even major projects can’t afford to ignore structural details. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9421664685417e64

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