Bill > S00919

This bill requires local boards (city, town, or village boards responsible for building construction and enforcement) in towns with populations of 5,000 or more to submit detailed annual housing and zoning information to the New York State Department of State. The required housing site information includes addresses, lot numbers, dwelling unit counts, building types, approval dates, permits, completion dates, and associated governmental subsidies. For zoning information, local boards must provide digital zoning maps detailing permitted residential areas, dwelling unit allowances per lot, minimum lot and dwelling unit size requirements, parking and setback regulations, and whether zoning approvals were granted as-of-right or through discretionary processes. Additionally, the Division of Housing and Community Renewal must submit an annual report of all housing subsidies. The Department of State is mandated to publish this information annually on its website. As an enforcement mechanism, local boards that fail to comply will face a 50% reduction in Community Development Block Grant funding. The bill aims to increase transparency and provide comprehensive data about housing development across New York State, with the initial reporting deadline set for January 31st following the law's enactment.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S919