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‘Nuisance’ bar closed! It’s the last dance for Studio B
for The Brooklyn Paper
Studio B, a Banker Street nightclub, is seeking a cabaret license. Neighbors oppose it.
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del.icio.usA Banker Street nightclub recently condemned by the local community board has now been shut down by the Department of Buildings — but club lawyer Ken Fisher says the club has fixed whatever led to the failed inspection.
City documents did not reveal the specific offenses that caused Studio B’s closure, but the Department of Buildings did on July 31 revoke the club’s permit to host large crowds indoors, effectively shutting down the venue.
Fisher (pictured) was steadfast about Studio B’s readiness to reopen when, and if, Department of Buildings inspectors make a return visit.
“All of the concerns have been met and we’re waiting for further inspections,” said Fisher, a well-connected former city councilman.
As a result of the closure, Studio B shows between July 31 and at least Aug. 19 have been relocated to different venues (locations remain to be announced; check Studio B’s Web site for updates).
As The Brooklyn Paper has reported, Studio B has come under fire in recent weeks by Greenpoint residents who say the club, which is between Calyer Street and Meserole Avenue, is too noisy, doesn’t control its customers and built a second floor addition without a permit.
While residents were pleased with the brief respite form Studio B’s allegedly illegal antics, Greenpointer Glen Radecki said he didn’t hold any grudges.
“It’s gratifying to know we won’t have any problems for a while,” said Radecki, who lives one block away. “But it’s not as if I’m wishing the club disappeared off the face of the earth forever. I look forward to see what’s going to happen next.”
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