Tag: Economic Development

• Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Approved: 12,000 New Homes and 7,000 Jobs Ahead

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  Oct 15

  The Jamaica Neighborhood Plan has received the City Council’s approval, setting the stage for significant urban development that aims to produce nearly 12,000 new housing units in Jamaica, Queens. This… more ›

• Revitalization Planned for Creedmore Psychiatric Center: 2,022 New Homes and Community Amenities

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  Oct 15

  The City Planning Commission (CPC) recently held a meeting focused on redevelopment plans for the Creedmore Psychiatric Center campus in Bellrose, Queens. The proposed project includes plans for approximately 2,022… more ›

• New York City Homeowners to Build ADUs as City Tackles Housing Shortage

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  Oct 15

  Homeowners in New York City will soon have the opportunity to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their property, thanks to the recent legalization efforts discussed at the City Planning… more ›

• Community Weighs in on NYC’s Comprehensive Industrial Plan Amid Housing Concerns

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  Oct 15

  Community members delivered a range of insights during the City Planning Commission’s review of the proposed draft New York City Industrial Plan at its session on October 6, 2025. The… more ›

• Kings County Hospital Receives $8 Million Boost to Transform Emergency Department and Enhance Healthcare in Central Brooklyn

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  Oct 15

  Kings County Hospital will enhance its emergency department following a recent funding boost of $8 million from the City Council. The funding aims to improve healthcare services in Central Brooklyn,… more ›

• City Hall Meeting Highlights Ocean Crest Project Aiming for 89 Affordable Housing Units in Queens

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  Jun 9

  Public hearings on zoning and development proposals took place at City Hall on June 5, 2025, with a focus on various projects aimed at addressing New York City’s affordable housing… more ›

• Brooklyn’s Zoning Hearings Reveal Urgent Need for Affordable Housing Amid Gentrification Concerns

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  Jun 9

  Public hearings on zoning and development proposals in Brooklyn revealed significant changes expected to impact the local community. During a recent meeting, city officials reviewed plans for new residential structures… more ›

• New Initiatives Proposed by NYC Council to Strengthen Tenant Protections in Affordable Housing

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  May 30

  During the New York City Council meeting on May 28, 2025, city officials outlined numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing protections for renters in newly developed affordable housing units. Among the… more ›

• NYC Council Unveils Ambitious Budget Plans to Boost Affordable Housing and Community Services

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  May 30

  The New York City Council convened on May 28, 2025, to discuss critical budget reviews and initiatives aimed at addressing significant funding gaps, particularly in housing. Council members underscored the… more ›

• Atlantic Avenue Plan Promises Affordable Housing and Economic Growth in Brooklyn

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  May 30

  The Atlantic Avenue mixed-use plan, discussed during recent New York City Executive Budget hearings, promises extensive benefits for the local community beyond just providing housing. This ambitious initiative is projected… 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 ›

• NYC Council Calls for Stronger Metrics to Evaluate Youth Violence Prevention Programs

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  May 20

  At the New York City Council’s executive budget hearing on May 19, 2025, key officials discussed the metrics that will assess the effectiveness of Community-Based Violence Prevention Program (CMS) initiatives… more ›

• City Officials Warn Proposed FEPS Changes Could Increase Evictions and Homelessness

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  May 17

  New York City officials and advocates voiced their concerns regarding proposed changes to the City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement (City FEPS) program during the Fiscal Year 2026 Executive… more ›