--- title: Neighborhood Planning | Northeast Bronx | StraitLeap description: StraitLeap tracks major neighborhood planning projects shaping the Northeast Bronx through 2030 — including the White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan, Penn Station Access, Wakefield Village, and the East 233rd Street infrastructure upgrade. image: https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighborhood%20Planning.jpg?width=1200&height=630 --- [![StraitLeap — Community Media & Marketing, Northeast Bronx](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Straitleap_Logo_Ink_Black.jpg?width=180&height=38&name=Straitleap_Logo_Ink_Black.jpg)](https://www.straitleapbx.com/home?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.straitleapbx.com/home?hsLang=en) - [About Us](https://www.straitleapbx.com/about-us?hsLang=en) - [Baskets by StraitLeap](https://www.straitleapbx.com/baskets-by-straitleap-gifting?hsLang=en) - [The Offerings ▾](https://www.straitleapbx.com/the-offerings?hsLang=en) - [Services](https://www.straitleapbx.com/pricing-plan?hsLang=en) - [Pricing Plan](https://www.straitleapbx.com/pricing-plan?hsLang=en) - [Community Partnerships & Collaborations](https://www.straitleapbx.com/community-partnerships_collaborations?hsLang=en) - [Resources ▾](https://www.straitleapbx.com/community-resources?hsLang=en) - [Community Event Calendar](https://www.straitleapbx.com/northeast-bronx-community-calendar?hsLang=en) - [Newsletter – StraitConnect](https://www.straitleapbx.com/strait-connect-newsletter-1?hsLang=en) - [Strait Leap into Conversation Podcast](https://www.straitleapbx.com/strait-leap-into-conversation?hsLang=en) - [Neighborhood Planning](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning?hsLang=en) - [Design a Basket](https://www.straitleapbx.com/baskets-by-straitleap-gifting?hsLang=en) - [Connect](https://www.straitleapbx.com/connect-with-us?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.straitleapbx.com/home?hsLang=en) - [About Us](https://www.straitleapbx.com/about-us?hsLang=en) - [Baskets by StraitLeap](https://www.straitleapbx.com/baskets-by-straitleap-gifting?hsLang=en) - The Offerings ▾ - [Services](https://www.straitleapbx.com/pricing-plan?hsLang=en) - [Pricing Plan](https://www.straitleapbx.com/pricing-plan?hsLang=en) - [Community Partnerships & Collaborations](https://www.straitleapbx.com/community-partnerships_collaborations?hsLang=en) - Resources ▾ - [Community Event Calendar](https://www.straitleapbx.com/northeast-bronx-community-calendar?hsLang=en) - [Newsletter – StraitConnect](https://www.straitleapbx.com/strait-connect-newsletter-1?hsLang=en) - [Strait Leap into Conversation Podcast](https://www.straitleapbx.com/strait-leap-into-conversation?hsLang=en) - [Neighborhood Planning](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning?hsLang=en) - [Design a Basket](https://www.straitleapbx.com/baskets-by-straitleap-gifting?hsLang=en) [Connect](https://www.straitleapbx.com/connect-with-us?hsLang=en) ![](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighborhood%20Planning.jpg?width=2000&height=776&name=Neighborhood%20Planning.jpg) Neighborhood Planning · Northeast Bronx · 2030 # Shaping the Future of the *Northeast Bronx* The Northeast Bronx is experiencing changes that will shape how residents live, travel, and connect. With new development, expanded transit, and ongoing neighborhood planning underway, now is the time for community members to get involved. [White Plains Road Plan](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#wpr) [Penn Station Access](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#penn) [Overview](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#overview) [Bronx Corridors](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#corridors) [White Plains Road Plan](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#wpr) [Penn Station Access](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#penn) [Wakefield Village](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#wakefield) [East 233rd Street](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#e233rd) [Get Involved](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#get-involved) Neighborhood Planning Overview ## Four Major Projects *Shaping the Northeast Bronx* --- The Northeast Bronx is experiencing changes that will shape how residents live, travel, and connect with their neighborhoods. Several major projects — including long-term planning efforts and critical infrastructure upgrades already underway — are each an opportunity for community members to get involved and help guide what comes next. ### [Project 01 Planning & Development White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan New housing, business opportunities, and public investment to Wakefield — strengthening local infrastructure and services along the corridor. Learn More](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#wpr) ### [Project 02 Transit Infrastructure Penn Station Access Project Four new Metro-North stations in Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park, and Co-Op City — making travel to Manhattan faster and more accessible. Learn More](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#penn) ### [Project 03 Mixed-Income Housing Wakefield Village A transit-oriented community with new housing, retail spaces, and a community facility — all surrounded by green spaces, steps from the Wakefield Metro-North Station. Learn More](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#wakefield) ### [Project 04 Water & Sewer Infrastructure 233rd Street Pumping Station Rehabilitation & Upgrade A nearly $44 million investment replacing aging water and sewer lines, upgrading pedestrian ramps, and resurfacing streets along East 233rd Street between Bronxwood and Baychester Avenues. Learn More](https://www.straitleapbx.com/neighborhood-planning#e233rd) ![Bronx Urban Corridors — Northeast Bronx](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighborhood%20Planning.jpg?width=2000&height=776&name=Neighborhood%20Planning.jpg) The Transformation of Bronx Urban Corridors ## Corridors Driving *Change Across the Borough* --- Bronx corridors like Fordham Road, East Tremont, and White Plains Road are driving change across the borough. Each corridor is shaped by local businesses, residents, and community organizations, creating distinct identities. These corridors serve as centers for culture, commerce, and connection. Together, they reflect the direction of the Bronx's growth and the role communities play in shaping that future. The Northeast Bronx is at the center of this progress. StraitLeap will highlight this corridor to keep the community informed, share how changes may impact neighborhoods, and create space for residents to engage and participate. This page will serve as a source for updates, conversations, and connections focused on Bronx corridors — beginning in the Northeast Bronx. Project 01 · White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan ## White Plains Road: *A Corridor Taking Shape* --- The **White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan** launched in May 2025, with the first public workshop held on November 13, 2025. This early phase focuses on listening to the community members that know the corridor best — residents, local workers, small business owners, and community organizations. Led by the New York City Department of City Planning in partnership with local officials, the plan will guide the future of White Plains Road from Adee Avenue to the Bronx–Mount Vernon border. The goal is to support new housing, local jobs, small businesses, safer streets, improved infrastructure, and the character that makes this part of the Northeast Bronx feel like home. Community input is essential. If you live, work, shop, or care about White Plains Road, now is the time to get involved. More workshops, conversations, and surveys are coming, and your voice will help shape what this corridor becomes in the years ahead. [Learn More on NYC.gov](https://www.nyc.gov/content/planning/pages/our-work/plans/bronx/white-plains-road-neighborhood-plan) ![White Plains Road Public Workshop](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/White%20Plains%20Road%20Public%20Workshop.png?width=600&height=600&name=White%20Plains%20Road%20Public%20Workshop.png) ![White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WPR.jpg?width=725&height=606&name=WPR.jpg) Why the Northeast Bronx Matters The Northeast Bronx is experiencing growth that will influence how communities connect, support local businesses, and tell their stories. What happens here helps shape daily life and long-term community development. StraitLeap will highlight areas that include community engagement, collaboration, and local progress. ### What You'll Find Here Stories from residents, business owners, and community leaders in the neighborhood Spotlights on small businesses and cultural spaces along the White Plains Road corridor A look at trends influencing how the corridor is growing and changing Ongoing conversations about creativity, connection, and opportunity in community life Local insights that help us think clearly about what's ahead and how we get there together Community Forum ### Join the Conversation on Reddit StraitLeap has started a Reddit community dedicated to the White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan. It's a shared space for residents, commuters, local businesses, and anyone connected to the corridor to stay informed and take part in the conversation. Topics are organized so it's easy to follow what matters to you — housing, transit, local businesses, or upcoming meetings. Stay informed. Share your perspective. Join us at **r/WhitePlainsRoadPlan**. Featured Post · r/WhitePlainsRoadPlans [Quick Breakdown: What the White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan Means for the Communities](https://www.reddit.com/r/WhitePlainsRoadPlans/comments/1p8ra1a/quick_breakdown_what_the_white_plains_road/) by u/Gold\_Ad9595 ### Workshops & Events ![White Plains Road Neighborhood Public Workshop](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_3657.jpg?width=4284&height=4626&name=IMG_3657.jpg) Public Workshop ### White Plains Road Neighborhood Public Workshop Thursday, November 13, 2025 · 6:00–8:00 PM Bronx Academy for Scholarship & Entrepreneurship, Albert Tuitt Sr. Campus 921 East 228th Street, Bronx, NY 10466 Past Events & Documents [May 21, 2025 WPR Neighborhood Plan Kickoff ↗](https://www.nyc.gov/assets/planning/downloads/pdf/our-work/plans/bronx/white-plains-road-neighborhood-plan/white-plaines-road-kickoff.pdf) [June 23, 2025 Bronx CB12 Public Hearing on WPR Neighborhood Plan ↗](https://www.nyc.gov/assets/planning/downloads/pdf/our-work/plans/bronx/white-plains-road-neighborhood-plan/bxcb12-hearing.pdf) [July 29, 2025 Community Working Group Meeting 2 ↗](https://www.nyc.gov/assets/planning/downloads/pdf/our-work/plans/bronx/white-plains-road-neighborhood-plan/community-working-group-meeting2.pdf) [Watch to Learn More](https://bronx.news12.com/city-launches-plan-to-reimagine-white-plains-road-with-community-input) Project 02 · Transit Improvements to Metro-North in the East Bronx ## Penn Station Access: *Four New Stations by 2030* --- By 2030, four new Metro-North stations are scheduled to open in the East Bronx as part of the Penn Station Access Project. These new stations will connect Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park, and Co-Op City directly to Manhattan's Penn Station. In addition, the MTA announced plans in June 2025 to upgrade three existing Bronx Metro-North stations — Williamsbridge, Woodlawn, and Botanical Gardens — to meet accessibility standards. [Learn More at MTA.info](https://www.mta.info/project/penn-station-access) ![Penn Station Access Project — East Bronx Metro-North expansion](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-11-26%202.17.34%20PM.png?width=697&height=267&name=Screenshot%202025-11-26%202.17.34%20PM.png) Photo Credit: trains.com ### What's Changing - Four ADA-accessible Metro-North stations - Better commuter access to jobs, schools, and healthcare - Faster, more reliable service; less crowding on buses and subways - Major investment in East Bronx transit infrastructure - Less traffic and air pollution in the borough ### What This Means for Our Community - Shorter, easier trips to Manhattan and the region - Better access to job opportunities, education, and culture - A stronger role for the East Bronx in city planning - Economic growth and more visitors coming into the neighborhood - New customers and opportunities for local businesses ### Station Highlights Station 01 ### Hunts Point Just steps from the busy Hunts Point Market and business hub, this station will make commuting easier for local workers, businesses, and the community. Station 02 ### Parkchester / Van Nest Connecting neighborhoods, shops, and workplaces, this station will be ideal for students, families, and professionals traveling in the Bronx and beyond. Station 03 ### Morris Park Located close to [Montefiore Einstein Hospital](https://montefioreeinstein.org/) and [Jacobi Hospital](https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/locations/jacobi/), this station will improve access to hospitals, research centers, and local schools in the Bronx. Station 04 ### Co-Op City For the first time, Co-Op City residents will have a direct train service — something the community has needed for years, providing a major quality-of-life improvement. [![Penn Station Access Route Map — East Bronx new stations](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/penn-station-access-route-map.png?width=750&height=462&name=penn-station-access-route-map.png)](https://www.gftinc.com/project/amtrak-metro-north-penn-station-access-project/) [![Co-Op City Station Rendering — Penn Station Access Project](https://www.straitleapbx.com/hs-fs/hubfs/penn-station-access-co-op-city-station.jpg?width=750&height=422&name=penn-station-access-co-op-city-station.jpg)](https://www.gftinc.com/project/amtrak-metro-north-penn-station-access-project/) More MTA Bronx Projects The ADA Package 6 - Middletown Rd Accessibility Project will make Middletown Road station on the 6 line easier to use, with better access, improved tracks, and upgraded utilities. MTA will also be repairing and painting elevated structures along the 2 and 5 lines at White Plains Road, as well as on the 5 line to Dyre Ave — making these areas safer and more inviting. StraitLeap will provide updates and invite your feedback as these projects move forward. Project 03 · Wakefield Village ## Wakefield Village: A *Transit-Oriented Community* --- Wakefield Village is a proposed mixed-income community designed to bring new housing, local services, and more green space to the neighborhood. The plan includes five residential buildings, more than 1,200 homes, about 600 parking spaces, two small shops, a community center, and the possibility of a new school — all arranged to support better lifestyle and easier transit access, especially with its close connection to the Wakefield Metro-North Station. 5 Residential Buildings (12–27 stories) 1,200+ Mixed-Income Homes ~600 Parking Spaces ### Community Benefits 🏠 ### Housing Adds more than 1,200 mixed-income homes, creating new options for current and future Bronx families. 🚆 ### Transit Access Located beside the Wakefield Metro-North Station, making commuting faster and more reliable for residents. 🏛️ ### Community Space Includes a community center for programs, services, and year-round activities that serve the neighborhood. 🛍️ ### Local Economy Two small retail spaces bring opportunities for local businesses and more convenient neighborhood shopping. 📚 ### Education A possible new school could bring additional classroom seats to serve neighborhood students and families. 🌿 ### Green Space New landscaped areas offer space to gather, relax, and stay active — woven throughout the development. [Learn More About Wakefield Village](https://www.straitleapbx.com/wakefield-village?hsLang=en) Project 04 · 233rd Street Pumping Station Rehabilitation & Upgrade ## East 233rd Street: *Major Infrastructure on the Way* --- New York City is preparing to begin a major water main and sewer infrastructure project on East 233rd Street in the Northeast Bronx. Led by the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) on behalf of the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), the project will focus on the block between Bronxwood Avenue and Baychester Avenue. In addition to replacing aging water and sewer lines, crews will reconstruct and resurface streets, upgrade pedestrian ramps, improve street lighting, and make other roadway enhancements designed to serve the community for decades to come. $44M Total Investment 2026–2028 Construction Window Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Work Hours What Residents Should Expect Increased construction activity, noise, and heavy equipment Temporary lane closures and traffic detours Changes to parking availability in work zones Occasional driveway access restrictions Planned water service interruptions, with advance notice whenever possible Emergency vehicle access and pedestrian access to homes and businesses will be maintained throughout the project. Why This Project Matters Many of the water and sewer systems beneath our streets are decades old and in need of replacement. This nearly $44 million investment will help modernize critical infrastructure, improve service reliability, support future growth, and enhance the overall condition of neighborhood streets. Projects like this may not always be visible once they're completed, but they play a major role in keeping our communities functioning safely and efficiently. Staying Informed & Contacts As construction approaches, residents can expect additional notices and updates regarding schedules, traffic impacts, and service interruptions. Community Construction Liaison Christopher Taylor 📞 (929) 391-4798 📧 [East233rdstProjectCCL@gmail.com](mailto:East233rdstProjectCCL@gmail.com) After-Hours Concerns Call 311 Reference Project ID: **HED562** Community Voices & Involvement ## Share Your Voice — *Get Involved* --- These new developments and plans are shaping a better future for the Northeast Bronx. Your input matters — let's make sure these changes benefit local residents, small businesses, and the community as a whole. ### How You Can Get Involved - Attend MTA or community board meetings - Share your ideas and feedback with local planning officials - Join neighborhood workshops and other community events - Stay connected with construction and service updates - Follow and participate in the White Plains Road Neighborhood Plan process Stay Informed · Stay Connected Follow the *Northeast Bronx's* Progress StraitLeap will provide updates and invite your feedback as these projects move forward toward 2030. Join the Strait Connect newsletter to stay informed about community planning, local news, and neighborhood stories. 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