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City of Yes for Housing Opportunity (Zoning Resolution Update)

  • When: 2024/12/05
  • Address: Citywide, New York, NY
  • City: New York
  • State: NY
  • Category: Zoning Code Modification

The City Council approved modifications to the Zoning Resolution, allowing for increased housing density and flexibility across all 59 community districts. These changes facilitate diverse housing development, from low-density areas to high-density neighborhoods, aiming to address the housing crisis. Key provisions include incentives for affordable housing and reduced regulatory barriers for innovative housing designs.

Why it Matters

Promotes equitable housing development citywide, addressing the acute housing shortage while enabling economic growth and urban revitalization.

Source

Applicant - New York City Department of City Planning (DCP)


City Representative - Rafael Salamanca Jr.


Allowed Uses: Expansion of housing opportunities across all zoning districts