Bill > S08056

This bill allows Westchester County to create a local law that provides a preference of up to 50% for current Westchester County residents when selecting tenants for state-aided housing projects. Specifically, the bill amends the public housing law by adding a new section that permits the county to prioritize local residents in tenant selection, as long as those applicants still meet all other standard qualifications for occupancy. This means that when state-aided housing projects in Westchester have available units, they can choose to reserve up to half of those units for people who already live in the county. The bill would take effect immediately and apply to housing applications received on or after its effective date, giving Westchester County more flexibility in managing its local housing resources and potentially helping current county residents more easily access affordable housing.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8056