Mayor Eric Adams stated he would build more housing in his term than Bloomberg and de Blasio combined. This raises skepticism as Bloomberg created nearly 160,000 affordable units and de Blasio achieved 200,000 by 2021. The average annual number of homes built ranged from 12,000 to 28,000, suggesting Adams's claim would require a substantial increase. City Hall clarified the comparison was based on future rezonings, with the City of Yes plan projected to add 80,000 units, alongside additional rezonings contributing to a total that surpasses previous administrations.
Adams claimed his administration would build more housing in one term than Bloomberg and de Blasio did combined, a statement that raises skepticism due to past achievements.
Bloomberg aimed to preserve or create 165,000 units of affordable housing, ultimately achieving nearly 160,000 within his 12-year term, setting a high bar for comparison.
De Blasio's goal of creating or preserving 200,000 affordable units was declared successful in December 2021, demonstrating significant achievements in housing development.
The mayor's reference to his rezonings suggests a valid point of comparison, as his City of Yes plan is projected to create 80,000 more units over 15 years.
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