Bill > A05968

This bill expands the Urban Development Action Area Act by removing population restrictions that previously limited certain provisions to cities with one million or more inhabitants or those with at least 100,000 residents. Specifically, the bill amends two sections of the General Municipal Law to broaden the definition of "municipality" and "eligible area" to include any city, not just large cities. Under the new provisions, any city can now participate in urban development action area projects, make mortgage loans for neighborhood improvements, and have more flexibility in handling properties acquired through tax foreclosure proceedings. This change will allow smaller cities to access the same urban development tools and strategies that were previously only available to larger municipalities like New York City. The modifications aim to provide more opportunities for urban revitalization and neighborhood development across cities of all sizes in New York State, potentially supporting economic growth and community improvement in a wider range of urban areas.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5968