Clarifies the definition of floor area
This bill clarifies how "floor area" is measured for residential buildings under housing regulations. It specifies that spaces with higher ceilings (e.g., 12-24 feet tall count twice) are included multiple times in floor area calculations, while excluding cellars, low attics, outdoor balconies, parking spaces, and mechanical equipment areas (except where noted). It directly affects housing developers, building inspectors, and property owners who must comply with these measurement rules for zoning and construction. The changes apply to all residential buildings covered by the Multiple Dwelling Law, ensuring consistent application of floor area definitions.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 10, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HOUSING
lower
Jan 10, 2025
Committee
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lower
1 primary · 17 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Linda Rosenthal
DDemocratic
Co
Al Stirpe
DDemocratic
Co
Al Taylor
DDemocratic
Co
Bill Magnarelli
DDemocratic
Co
Deborah Glick
DDemocratic
Co
Emily Gallagher
DDemocratic
Co
Harvey Epstein
DDemocratic
Co
Jeffrey Dinowitz
DDemocratic
Co
JG
Jessica González-Rojas
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Jo Anne Simon
DDemocratic
Co
Latrice Walker
DDemocratic
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