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Astoria Bike Lane Faces Legal Challenge | New York City News
A new lawsuit targets Astoria’s 31st Street bike lane, the second legal challenge since its May installation, as businesses and residents clash with the city over traffic chaos, blocked driveways, and delivery truck bottlenecks. While cyclists praise safety and infrastructure, opponents—including a longtime walker resident and local shop owners—argue the lane causes congestion, hampers operations, and ignores real-world usage. Despite DOT tweaks like metered parking and loading zones, plaintiffs say problems persist, citing unclear markings and emergency vehicle access issues. The FDNY backs…
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