New York Ballot Proposals Could Spur a Housing Revolution
This week, New Yorkers have a chance to vote on more than just their next mayor. By approving a series of ballot proposals, they can help spur a housing revolution in the city.
Proposals 2, 3, and 4 aim to accelerate the approval process for affordable and mixed-income housing construction, while Proposal 5 modernizes and consolidates city mapping functions.
- Fast-track initiatives
- Ending the customary veto city council members enjoy over land-use projects in their districts (“member deference”)
- Creation of an Affordable Housing Appeals Board
These measures will streamline decisions on where and what kind of housing can be built—in some cases cutting a seven-month approval process down to 90 days.
Why voters should support all four measures
Author summary: New York ballot proposals aim to boost housing construction and affordability.
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