701 Washington Ave will bite the dust finally.

http://newyorkyimby.com/2016/03/permits-filed-701-washington-avenue-crown-heights.html

What will he do with all those unsolved auto repair mysteries he has horded on his lot for years?
Wonder if the city (and local detective precinct) will continue to give him carte blanche to double park on Grand as if he were a undercover detective too?

That is a hopeful sign.  We added it to an existing thread:

http://www.brooklynian.com/discussion/comment/564218

Sounds as if the new building will be condos, not rentals....correct?