After scaling down its plans to expand and modernize Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health won a City Council committee’s approval and unanimous Council approval amid some local residents' continuing concerns.

The project, reduced from a 436-foot tower to 370 feet, was approved by the Council’s Land Use Committee before a unanimous City Council vote in its favor on Aug. 14.

Northwell, following the vote, said the “revitalization of Lenox Hill Hospital represents a major milestone for New York City.” The healthcare system said it looks forward to “building a modern hospital that will deliver exceptional care for generations of New Yorkers,” as well as “continuing to be a trusted partner to our neighbors."

Councilmember Keith Powers, who represents the area including the hospital, said th

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