When a developer added a "poor door" to keep the riff raff out

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A Manhattan developer's plans to build a separate entrance for low-income residents of a luxury condominium building -- a 'poor door' -- was greenlighted by the city. Ironically, the buildings 55 low-income units were included in the project as part of the Inclusionary Housing Program, an effort to mitigate inequality by offering affordable housing in nice areas.

First published December 26, 2014: 10:10 AM ET

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