Authorizes N.Y. city to remove the cap on the floor area ratio of certain dwellings being converted from non-residential to residential units
Summary
Authorizes a city of one million or more to remove the cap on the floor area ratio of certain dwellings being converted from non-residential to residential units; requires that no less than 40% of such units remain affordable for those who are below 60% of the area median income; requires certain labor standards in converting such units; prohibits conversion of floor area ration under certain circumstances.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 9, 2023
Last action Jan 3, 2024
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Total actions
2
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0
Committee
2
Jan 3, 2024
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING
lower
May 9, 2023
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING
lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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