Dynamic Star Seeks Fordham Landing Zoning Change
The developer aims to add commercial space to its residential project site near the Harlem River.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Commercial
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Dynamic Star LLC has submitted a zoning change application for its Fordham Landing South project in New York City. The proposal seeks to add commercial amenities to the site that currently holds approval for residential development.
Why it matters
The requested commercial overlay is essential for integrating planned community features into the waterfront site. This modification is a key step in the city's formal review process for the development.
The project includes a 33-story building alongside three 18-story towers and 0.75 acres of public open space. Empire State Development has committed $55 million in funding to support the South phase.
The players
Dynamic Star LLC
This is the real estate development firm currently leading the Fordham Landing South project.
Bronx Community Board 7
This local government body reviews land use proposals and advises on zoning changes within its district.
Empire State Development
This is the primary economic development agency for New York State that manages business and community investment.
BronxWorks
This is a local social services organization that provides support programs for individuals and families in the Bronx.
The details
The development plan features a supermarket, a waterfront café, and a Metro-North station entrance to serve the residential complex. BronxWorks is slated to provide social services for the residents living in the 927 affordable units.
Timeline
Dynamic Star acquired the property in 2019.
The company filed for bankruptcy in March 2026.
Bronx Community Board 7 will vote on the zoning change in late November 2026.
The earliest possible closing date for the project is June 2027.
Full project completion is expected by 2030.
Culture Shift
The proposal mirrors a broader urban trend of redeveloping industrial waterfronts into mixed-use, transit-oriented communities. This shift prioritizes public access and commercial infrastructure alongside high-density housing requirements.
Residents can expect future changes to the neighborhood landscape as the site incorporates new public open spaces and transit access. The project will also bring increased housing availability and localized commercial services to the immediate area.
The takeaway
Large-scale urban developments frequently encounter extended review timelines when modifying site zoning to include commercial additions. Community members should monitor public hearings to understand how upcoming infrastructure changes will specifically alter local transit and service access.
What happens next
Bronx Community Board 7 is scheduled to hold a vote on the zoning change application at the end of November 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local real estate shifts in our New York City Commercial section.
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