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    DCP Launches Citywide Map for Supermarkets

    Department Of City Planning  •  Interactive tools  •  Citywide

    DCP released a new interactive tool to identify areas in need of supermarkets. Image Credit: NYC DCP

    Newest interactive tool helps communities evaluate supermarket needs. On August 2, 2019, the Department of City Planning launched the Supermarket Needs Index, a new interactive online map that shows fresh food store access across New York City. The map highlights which neighborhoods are underserved or lacking grocery store options. (more…)

    Tags : Department of City Planning, FRESH Program, Interactive Tools, supermarkets
    Date: 08/08/2019
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    Zoning for Economic Opportunity Aims to Remove Zoning Obstacles for Certain Types of Businesses

    Department Of City Planning  •  Zoning Text Amendments  •  Citywide

    The Life Sciences sector has seen incredible growth in the NYC metro region. The Zoning for Economic Opportunity text amendment may change restrictions that make it easier for life sciences industries to expand and continue to grow. Image Credit: Tory Williams/EDC.

    On Wednesday, June 1, Mayor Eric Adams outlined his, “City of Yes” initiative. This initiative is the next phase of his, “Rebuild, Renew, Reinvent,” plan to stimulate recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. “City of Yes,” is built around a series of three as-yet-unwritten zoning text amendments to modernize and simplify zoning resolutions to encourage business growth, stimulate housing creation, and reduce the city’s carbon footprint. (more…)

    Tags : City of Yes Zoning Text Amendments, custom manufacturing, life sciences, maker retail, Manufacturing, small businesses, Zoning for Economic Opportunity
    Date: 06/17/2022
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    Zoning for Housing Opportunity Amendment Aims to Address City’s Housing Shortage

    Department Of City Planning  •  Zoning Text Amendments  •  Citywide

    The Zoning for Housing Opportunity text amendment may enable the creation of smaller units like the one above to provide more options for housing. Image Credit: Mayor’s Office

    Still in its early stages, Mayor Adams’ proposed zoning text amendment aims to increase affordable housing in the city. On June 1, 2022, Mayor Adams announced his “City of Yes” plan consisting of three citywide zoning text amendments. One of these initiatives, “Zoning for Housing Opportunity,” addresses the city’s housing shortage. Although the text amendment has not yet been drafted, Mayor Adams listed four key housing proposals in his announcement. (more…)

    Tags : affordable housing, City of Yes Zoning Text Amendments, Zoning for Housing Opportunity
    Date: 06/16/2022
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    Proposed Zoning Changes Cut Remnants of Cabaret Law “Foot” Loose

    Department Of City Planning  •  Zoning Text Amendments  •  Citywide

    Changes to zoning restrictions may enable more bars and restaurants to have live bands and dancing. Image Credit: CityLand/Cassidy Strong.

    On Wednesday, June 1, Mayor Eric Adams announced his plans for three citywide zoning text amendments aimed to bolster small businesses, expand affordable housing, and reduce carbon usage in the interest of sustainability. The first of these, “Zoning for Economic Opportunity,” aims to remove red tape for small businesses and includes removing restrictions on dancing that survived the Cabaret Law’s repeal. (more…)

    Tags : Cabaret Law, City of Yes Zoning Text Amendments, Nightlife, Zoning for Economic Opportunity
    Date: 06/13/2022
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    City Planning Launches Equitable Planning Tool After Public Feedback

    Department Of City Planning  •  Interactive Tools  •  Citywide

    The Displacement Risk Map, a feature in the new Equitable Development Data Explorer website, highlights neighborhoods that are at risk for displacement due to a variety of factors. Neighborhoods show in darker colors are at higher risk of displacement. Image Credit: NYC DCP.

    On April 11, 2022, the Department of City Planning announced the launch of the new Equitable Development Data Explorer website. The site provides users with data regarding housing, demographics, public health, and other data to compare across neighborhoods in assistance with fairer city planning.  (more…)

    Date: 04/12/2022
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