Housing (Zoning)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11637: Requires certain zoning changes that include the development of farmland or open spaces to be subject to approval under a referendum vote

Requires certain zoning changes that include the development of farmland or open spaces to be subject to approval under a referendum vote, approved by at least 60% of voters in the town, village, or city.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts housing development by requiring supermajority referendums for zoning changes involving farmland or open spaces, potentially limiting housing supply.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Zoning

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 10123: Prohibits the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new multiple dwelling unless the multiple dwelling contains the minimum number of dwelling units required for the lot

Prohibits the issuance of a permit for the construction of a new multiple dwelling unless the multiple dwelling contains the minimum number of dwelling units required for the lot; defines minimum number of units required.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts housing development by mandating minimum unit counts, limiting the ability to build affordable multi-unit dwellings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 12, 2026

A 10999: Enacts the "teardown tax act"

Enacts the "teardown tax act"; establishes a dwelling unit removal surcharge on the conversion of multiple dwelling units into single-family dwellings in the city of New York.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill introduces a new surcharge on dwelling removal, increasing taxes on housing market activities and restricting fiscal flexibility.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill imposes a surcharge on removing dwelling units, which discourages demolition and limits the supply of housing units, thereby restricting housing development and availability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Historic Preservation Zoning

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6061: Prohibits corporate entities, developers, and contractors from converting single-family homes into a rental property unit

Prohibits corporate entity, real estate developer, or residential building contractor from directly or indirectly purchasing, owning, building, acquiring, or otherwise obtaining any interest in any single-family private dwelling and converting such property into residential real estate containing one rental unit.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prohibits corporate conversion of single-family homes to rentals, directly limiting housing development (a core topic area).90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Zoning

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 30, 2026

A 2408: Prohibits the governor, the legislature and state agencies from imposing residential housing zoning requirements on local governments without approval from the local government

Prohibits the governor, the legislature and state agencies from imposing residential housing zoning requirements on local governments without approval from the local government.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBlocks state-imposed zoning rules, limiting state efforts to increase housing development and affordable housing access through mandatory local zoning requirements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Zoning Tags Local Government

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failed · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 5554: Relates to the placement of homeless shelters

This bill (S 5554) requires that no homeless shelter in New York City can be located within 500 feet of any transit facility, such as subway stations, bus stops, or other public transportation hubs. It defines "transit facility" broadly to include subways, buses, and related infrastructure used for passenger or mail transport. The law directly affects homeless shelters seeking to open in the city, imposing a new zoning restriction on their locations. The rule applies to all new shelters established under the city's administrative code and takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRestricts homeless shelter locations near transit, limiting housing development access for vulnerable populations and imposing new zoning barriers.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Zoning

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