Category: NYC Department of City Planning

• Community Voices Shape Lennox Hill Hospital Redevelopment, But Skepticism Remains

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  May 27

  Community members have seen some of their feedback incorporated into the proposal for the Lennox Hill Hospital redevelopment, but many feel their concerns still resonate strongly. During a recent City… more ›

• Lennox Hill Hospital Expansion Proposal Sparks Debate Amid High Bed Vacancy Rates

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  May 27

  Lennox Hill Hospital’s development proposal has sparked a passionate discussion about its role in addressing existing bed vacancy rates. Currently, the hospital reports an occupancy rate of 80%, leaving about… more ›

• Upper East Side Residents Raise Concerns Over Lennox Hill Hospital Redevelopment

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  May 27

  Residents of the Upper East Side expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed redevelopment of Lennox Hill Hospital during a recent public meeting. The lengthy construction timeline of nine years, consisting… more ›

• Brooklyn and Queens Residents Unite to Demand Increased Public Park Access in City Planning Meeting

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  May 20

  Residents of Brooklyn Community District 5 and Queens Community District 3 engaged in a recent City Planning Commission meeting, focusing on plans to increase public park access in underserved areas.… more ›

• Public Outcry Grows Over Midtown South’s Historic Buildings Demolition Risk Amid Development Plans

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  May 16

  Stakeholders expressed deep concerns at a recent public meeting regarding the potential demolition of historic buildings in Midtown South as the city pushes forward with its mixed-use development plan. The… more ›

• 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 ›