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BKReader
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Public Review Period for Housing Law Changes Starts Now

The City of Yes housing plan proposes zoning and law changes to increase housing supply, with potential for 108,850 new homes in 15 years. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
1 month ago
Brooklyn

City releases detailed 'City of Yes' zoning changes, including taller buildings, less parking and affordable housing * Brooklyn Paper

The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity zoning changes in NYC, allowing taller residences, less parking, and more infill buildings to address housing shortages. [ more ]
City Limits
1 month ago
NYC politics

Public Review to Begin for Mayor's 'City of Yes' Housing Plan, as Affordability Details Emerge

The City of Yes for Housing Opportunity plan aims to address the housing crisis through zoning changes, including a density bonus for income-restricted units. [ more ]
The New Yorker
1 month ago
Boston

Boston's Mayor Makes Friends-and Enemies-with Her Focus on Housing

Michelle Wu is pursuing ambitious policies in Boston to reverse inequality and population decline.
She sees housing as the key to regrowth, focusing on initiatives like zoning changes for affordable housing and commercial storefronts. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
1 month ago
Austin

Council hears plan for another South Congress PUD - Austin Monitor

Proposed 6.0102-acre PUD includes mix of residential, hotel, office, retail, and restaurant space.
City considering eliminating height limitations in South Central Waterfront District to accommodate new development plans. [ more ]
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Boston.com
1 week ago
Boston

Marblehead becomes latest town to reject zoning changes for MBTA communities

Residents of various Massachusetts communities are resisting state-mandated zoning changes to allow multifamily housing near public transportation hubs. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
5 months ago
Brooklyn

'Irresponsible and unacceptable': Bay Ridge denounces 'City of Yes' zoning proposal * Brooklyn Paper

The Adams administration's proposed zoning changes in New York City were met with skepticism by Brooklynites at a community board meeting.
Residents are concerned about the potential impact on quality of life and the allowance of commercial and retail stores in residential neighborhoods. [ more ]
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