Dedicated to preserving historic homes in Bayside
Images from our East Bayside Walking Tour of 5/3. See photos
Images from our East Bayside Walking Tour of 5/3. See photos
We knew that the City of Yes provisions would eventually come to our doorstep, and they have. Developers will be seeking to divide 60x100 lots into two smaller ones. We intend to take the battle to court to defend our Rickert-Finlay deed restrictions, but we need your help.
Read more about the threat, and how you can help protect our community.
Sadly, all three of the housing propositions that appeared on last November's ballot passed. Know that the Bellcourt Civic Association will continue to represent our community to the best of our ability in this new era.
The Bellcourt Civic Association is a tax-exempt incorporated nonprofit organization that operates entirely with volunteer efforts. Please make your donation today to help us with outreach, communication, education, and advocacy. It's all to preserve Bellcourt!
We are grateful to the local businesses who support us. Look for the Bellcourt Civic Association sign in shop windows, and thank the owners!
The historic Bellcourt section of Bayside was established in 1904 as a planned community developed by the Rickert-Finley real estate company.
Bellcourt includes about 400 homes in the area between Bell Boulevard and 204th Street. and between 35th and 39th Avenues. It wasn't always like this:
The Bellcourt Civic Association was founded to protect our historic area from overdevelopment and to preserve the charm and quality of our homes. Our mission is historical preservation and community spirit
211-19 38th Avenue, Bayside, NY 11361, US