Category: NYC Department of City Planning

• Residents Demand Stronger Protections in Public Meeting on NYC Last Mile Delivery Regulation

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  May 16

  Residents voiced concerns during a public scoping meeting regarding a proposed text amendment aimed at regulating last mile delivery facilities in New York City. The Department of City Planning (DCP)… more ›

• City Planning Commission Unveils Ambitious Development Plans for Affordable Housing and Green Spaces

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  May 16

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) convened on May 5, 2025, to discuss various development proposals aimed at addressing community needs through enhanced public amenities and green spaces. Officials highlighted the… more ›

• New York City Unveils First-Ever Citywide Strategic Plan to Revitalize Industrial Economy

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  Apr 30

  New York City has started crafting its first citywide strategic plan for the industrial economy, seeking to address pressing challenges including rising rents for industrial businesses. At an information session… more ›

• NYC Proposes New Permit Process for Last Mile Delivery Facilities Amid Environmental Concerns

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  Apr 30

  The New York City Department of City Planning recently hosted an information session focused on the proposed text amendment regarding last mile facilities. This amendment seeks to introduce a special… more ›

• Community Feedback Sought on NYC’s Environmental Impact Review for Last Mile Delivery Facilities

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  Apr 30

  The New York City Department of City Planning hosted a public meeting on April 25 to discuss measures for assessing the environmental impact of proposed last mile delivery facilities in… more ›

• City Planning Commission Advocates for Sustainable Affordable Housing Solutions

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  Apr 30

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) recently convened to discuss various housing developments, emphasizing the long-term sustainability of affordable units. Central to the debate was how provisions under the city’s new… more ›

• Community Voices Concern Over Environmental Impact of Ferry Point Project

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  Apr 30

  At the recent City Planning Commission meeting, attendees raised significant concerns regarding the environmental impacts of the proposed Valley’s Ferry Point project. Activists and residents voiced their apprehensions about the… more ›

• Community Voices Concerns Over Park Space and Transparency in Monitor Point Development

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  Apr 30

  Residents voiced significant concerns over the Monitor Point Development proposal during a public scoping meeting held by the NYC Department of City Planning on April 23, 2025. Residents questioned ongoing… more ›

• Residents Raise Alarm Over Wildlife Threats at Monitor Point Development Meeting

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  Apr 30

  Residents expressed deep concerns about potential wildlife impacts during the public scoping meeting on the Monitor Point Development Proposal held on April 22, 2025. Attendees questioned how local wildlife, particularly… more ›

• Long Island City’s OneLIC Plan: A Blueprint for Affordable Housing and Resilient Community Transformation

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  Apr 17

  One neighborhood’s transformation can shape the lives of its residents significantly, and in Long Island City (LIC), the proposed OneLIC neighborhood plan aims to address the needs of both existing… more ›

• Community Outcry Against Western Railards Project: Concerns Over Zoning Changes and Open Space

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  Apr 10

  During the City Planning Commission (CPC) public hearing on April 9, 2025, community members voiced significant concerns over proposed zoning changes for the Western Railards project. Many local residents and… more ›

• City Planners Propose Innovative Flood Resilience Strategies for Staten Island

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  Apr 10

  City officials discussed new measures to enhance flooding resilience in Staten Island during the City Planning Commission meeting held on April 9, 2025. The commission focused specifically on the integration… more ›

• Coney Island Residents Voice Concerns Over Proposed Gaming Facility’s Impact on Traffic and Local Businesses

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  Apr 9

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) convened on April 9, 2025, to discuss zoning applications and modifications related to the proposed gaming facility in Coney Island. Attendees voiced strong opinions about… more ›

• Staten Island’s City Planning Commission Approves Key Land Acquisition to Enhance Stormwater Management

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  Apr 9

  The City Planning Commission met on April 9, 2025, to discuss a significant land acquisition at 1919 Highland Boulevard aimed at enhancing environmental management in Staten Island. The proposed acquisition,… more ›

• Proposed Modifications to West 12th Street Bridge Will Enhance Accessibility and Community Engagement

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  Apr 9

  City officials outlined proposed modifications to the West 12th Street Bridge during a recent public City Planning Commission (CPC) meeting. These changes aim to enhance accessibility and improve the area… more ›