Work Starts on $4.5B West Side Skyscraper Project

Work Starts on $4.5 Billion Skyscraper Project
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CHELSEA — A massive $4.5 billion skyscraper development on Manhattan's west side was started Tuesday by Brookfield Properties.
The Manhattan West development, which will be built above part of the West Side Rail Yards, will consist of two commercial towers along with a third residential building built on land.

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