Since Fourth Avenue got re-zoned for taller buildings a few years ago, pedestrians have had to deal with detours at the numerous construction sites.
The rectangular slab at 500 Fourth Ave., at 12th Street, is a Robert Scarano project. If you read Brownstoner, Curbed, or any of the other real estate blogs, you know his shady reputation for skirting rules, unsafe working conditions, and run-ins with authorities. It’s no surprise that the signage (no doubt required by law) is an afterthought.
This is how it looked a couple weeks ago. If you can’t walk on the other side of the street, just follow your instincts and the path in front of you rather than the directions.