Op-Ed | Adams administration neighborhood plans will bring more jobs, housing, and opportunity to the city | amNewYork
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New York City is achieving record job growth, prompting the administration to rezone neighborhoods to further boost the economy and address housing. Recent plans in Jamaica and Brooklyn aim to create thousands of homes, including thousands of affordable units, and generate huge investments. The Jamaica Neighborhood Plan seeks to enable the construction of over 12,000 homes, while the Atlantic Avenue initiative plans for 4,600 homes and significant job opportunities. These proposals emphasize that holistic investments are essential for community welfare, addressing housing needs, and fostering economic growth.
The Jamaica Neighborhood Plan aims to update zoning to spur the creation of over 12,000 new homes, including approximately 4,000 permanently income-restricted affordable units.
Both plans serve as powerful reminders that government is still capable of delivering visionary and vital projects that improve quality of life for all.
The Atlantic Avenue development will create 4,600 new homes and 2,800 permanent jobs, illustrating a commitment to holistic community investment.
Investing in commercial and industrial space alongside residential developments will spur job creation, ensuring economic opportunities for the community.
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