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This bill requires each city, town, and village in New York to develop a comprehensive "housing action plan for everyone" aimed at increasing available housing. The plan must be updated every five years and consider key factors such as local infrastructure needs, available land for new housing, opportunities to redevelop underutilized buildings, and the specific housing needs of different income levels. The legislation suggests potential strategies like legalizing accessory dwelling units, creating transit-oriented development zones, reducing parking requirements, streamlining permit processes, and authorizing mixed-use development. The housing plan must address housing needs across five income levels based on Area Median Income (AMI) calculations from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, ranging from very low-income (30% of AMI) to moderate-income (100% of AMI). Each municipality's planning board or appointed group must develop the plan in consultation with local stakeholders, post the final plan on their website, file it with the division of housing and community renewal, and hold at least one public hearing. Regional economic development offices will help municipalities identify potential grants and funding options. Municipalities must complete their housing action plan within twelve months, with a possible three-month extension if substantial progress is made.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5194