Suffolk County officials are advocating for a new housing bill mandating that affordable housing developers allocate a percentage of apartments for volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel. Proposed by Democrat Rebecca Sanin, this legislation seeks to prevent volunteers from being priced out of their communities due to rising housing costs. The bill requires 10% of new units or at least five apartments to be set aside specifically for these workers. While supported by emergency services organizations, some lawmakers express concerns over potential vacancy rates for the designated units. The proposal builds on previous legislation benefiting veterans and those with disabilities.
Democrat Rebecca Sanin proposed a bill requiring new affordable housing developers to set aside apartments specifically for volunteer firefighters and EMS workers.
This bill is a true commitment to the brave men and women who, without hesitation, risk their safety to protect our communities.
We have to make sure that we can get it done the right way—in a way that benefits both the volunteers and the community.
The mandate to set aside 10% of all units aims to prevent local volunteers from being priced out of the housing market.
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