New York Building Congress Calls for Zoning Changes to Ease Housing Crisis
ENR Construction
MARCH 28, 2023
The New York Building Congress proposes changes aimed at removing local zoning obstacles and transit-oriented development.
New York: State Of The Future
Business Facilities
MAY 13, 2020
Read: New York: State Of The Future at BusinessFacilities.com. The Empire State is preparing for a future of sustainable growth by investing $150 billion in the nation’s largest infrastructure program and creating innovative workforce development programs to prepare skilled workers for high-tech jobs.
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New York State Adds NYU Incubators As START-UP NY Development Zones
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 25, 2014
The economic assistance is also expected to attract larger companies from around the globe to move to New York to tap into groundbreaking NYU research as well as the City''s infrastructure, amenities, and other assets.
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Zoning Laws Stop Wind
Green Building Law Update
APRIL 22, 2014
The application of zoning laws, many of which date to the 1920s are bringing alternative energy projects to a halt in 2014. In a recent New York case, the Town of Allegany issued a special use permit to a landowner on July 11, 2011, allowing it to construct a wind farm. Kaplow Stuart Sustainability Wind turbine zoning'
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Buffalo’s parking reform having noticeable impact on development
BD+C
JUNE 17, 2021
In 2017, Buffalo, New York, revamped its zoning code to cease requiring a minimum amount of parking for commercial and residential projects.
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State Focus: New York – A Startup Empire Grows In New York
Business Facilities
MAY 14, 2015
Since its inception in 2013, more than 80 companies have embraced the Empire State’s innovative START-UP NY program, which created tax-free zones linked to New York’s system of higher education. State Focus: New York – A Startup Empire Grows In New York appeared first on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine.
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Americans Agree On Strict Building Codes for Fire, Flood Zones
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Americans Agree On Strict Building Codes for Fire, Flood Zones. One stance the public holds is the need for a ban on residential construction in flood- or fire-prone areas, according to the New York Times. cbroderick. Tue, 09/08/2020 - 09:37.
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New York: Niagara Falls Revitalization Moves Forward
Business Facilities
JUNE 7, 2018
Read: New York: Niagara Falls Revitalization Moves Forward at BusinessFacilities.com. Work has begun on Restore the Gorge, a $2.1-million million project that augments Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s $70-million revitalization of Niagara Falls State Park, aimed at strengthening the tourism industry in downtown Niagara Falls.
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New York City releases guide for retrofitting buildings against floods
BD+C
OCTOBER 9, 2014
The New York City Department of City Planning (DCP) has released Retrofitting Buildings for Flood Risk , [ www.nyc.gov/retrofitting ] a comprehensive guide for New York City owners of buildings in flood zones. read more.
Manhattan developers could be forced to demo 20 floors from top of luxury condo
Construction Dive
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
Legal action taking aim at permits being granted in an alleged zoning loophole could put the nearly complete project's financing in jeopardy and affect at least 20 other projects in New York City.
Location Focus: New York – The Empire State Leverages Its Strengths
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 6, 2014
New York is one of the most dynamic and diverse state economies in the country. And with close to 300 public and private universities, New York also is an education powerhouse. The Town of Islip has long been known as a leader of economic development in New York. By Business Facilities Editorial Staff.
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Judge Orders New York City Condo Tower to Chop Up To 20 Floors
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 18, 2020
Developers' attorney claims the court ruling, which cites zoning irregularities in nearly done project, could invalidate certificates of occupancy for 20 city buildings.
Topsy-turvy: Creative use of air rights results in a model of urban luxury design
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 24, 2018
In densely populated cities like New York, there’s often nowhere to go but up. Depending on local zoning regulations, that restriction often results in a structure that steps back, floor by floor, as it rises.
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State Focus: New York – Accelerating Biotech Innovation In The Empire State
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 12, 2016
Eight investment entities were competitively selected to invest in technology companies and other high growth firms throughout New York State. This year, Innovate NY funding has been deployed to support four biotech companies expand operations in New York City. The Partnership Fund was awarded $2.8 Celmatix Inc.,
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New York Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JULY 11, 2014
The updated New York incentives guide is brought to you by Real Street Expo , a new event sponsored by Business Facilities and Today’s Facility Manager magazines. For a list of New York economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide.
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3D-Printed Homes Aren't the Future—They're the Now
Pro Builder
MARCH 15, 2021
The first publicly available 3D-printed home hit the market last month, created by New York-based SQ4D and 3D home pioneer ICON just wrapped up four homes in East Austin. We built four homes in the configuration we did because we could do it in the existing zoning,” he added.
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Build Me A Building As Fast As You Can
Construction and Infrastructure Law
MARCH 9, 2021
Earlier this week, New York’s First Department, Appellate Division issued its decision related to 200 Amsterdam, [1] overturning the lower court’s decision which would have required 200 Amsterdam to remove several floors of its building in order to comply with zoning. Of the State of N.Y. ,
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Americans Are Relocating to Climate Havens to Escape Extreme Weather
Pro Builder
APRIL 22, 2022
Those living in climate danger zones are migrating to safe haven metros in the Northeast and Midwest. . Safe haven metros are not only located in safe weather zones, but they also have the infrastructure to support a growing population as climate migration becomes increasingly common. . Fri, 04/22/2022 - 10:19.
After Superstorm Sandy Floods, New York Considers Ways to Protect Building Systems
ENR Construction
NOVEMBER 21, 2012
New York City considers changing zoning and codes to make buildings more resilient to floods.
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GIS should guide zoning decisions in states hit hard by Hurricane Sandy, says expert
BD+C
MAY 31, 2013
As New York, New Jersey and other states hit hard during Superstorm Sandy begin their long road to recovery, the decisions they make on how to rebuild are crucial to determining how well they will weather the next big storm. Regulations Codes and Standards'
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Business Facilities
JULY 26, 2019
California has crushed the competition as the top-ranked state for Opportunity Zones and Michigan is still the undisputed heavyweight champ in Automotive Manufacturing Strength in Business Facilities’ 1 5th Annual Rankings Report , released this week.
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Manhattan’s East Side Gets Into the ‘Zone’
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
JPMorgan Chase's new headquarters is the first major project under New York City's rezoning initiative, dubbed Greater East Midtown and approved in August, that aims to create 6.8 million sq ft of modern office space in a 73-block area anchored by Grand Central Terminal.
Build Me A Building As Fast As You Can
Construction and Infrastructure Law
MARCH 9, 2021
Earlier this week, New York’s First Department, Appellate Division issued its decision related to 200 Amsterdam, [1] overturning the lower court’s decision which would have required 200 Amsterdam to remove several floors of its building in order to comply with zoning. Of the State of N.Y. ,
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Flagship Store Retail Construction: 3 Reasons Brands Still Build in a Flagship Location
HardHatChat
OCTOBER 28, 2019
One way we have seen clients successfully leverage the marketing power of a high-profile flagship space is to signal their arrival in a new market – especially foreign brands making their debut in the U.S. These first locations served as an announcement of Zara’s presence, and started building buzz and brand awareness from day one.
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Entire living rooms become balconies in a new Lower East Side mixed-used development
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 21, 2017
In New York City, however, balconies can be problematic as zoning requirements can be difficult to work with and valuable square footage used for a balcony is unusable during the winter months. The development includes an art gallery on the ground floor and seven stacked condominiums.
Big Bend - Proposed Longest Skyscraper in the World
Construction Equipment
MARCH 23, 2017
New York City has some interesting zoning laws have created a peculiar set of tricks through which developers try to maximize their property’s height in order to infuse it with the prestige of a high rise structure. It seems that a property’s height operates as a license for it to be expensive.
There Will Be More Idas
Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
At least 29 people were killed as a result of the storm in New York and New Jersey and just outside of Philadelphia, according to reports. Flash flooding caused chaos in the nation’s largest city, with homes in the New York region filling with water and tornadoes ripping through Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.
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Webinars and Construction Events in March 2022
Autodesk Construction Cloud
FEBRUARY 22, 2022
With no shortage of networking and learning opportunities this month, you’ll find construction events happening from California to New York, and every time zone in between. NY Build Expo (New York, NY). In fact, you can find us at several of them, both regional and national. March 2022 Construction Events.
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NYC Solution to Affordable Housing Shortage: Change Rent Rules
Construction Equipment
MARCH 23, 2016
. . The New York City Council passed sweeping changes to the zoning code on Tuesday, compelling private developers to build low-cost rental units and handing Mayor Bill de Blasio a victory on the centerpiece of his efforts to blunt neighborhood gentrification.
Business Report: Garden State Growth Zones Aim to Lift New Jersey’s Cities
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 22, 2014
The new law builds on Christie’s commitment to revitalizing New Jersey’s cities. It places extra emphasis on spurring development and private-sector job growth in new Garden State Growth Zones (GSGZ) identified in the legislation as the four lowest median family income cities in the state: Camden, Trenton, Passaic and Paterson.
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Interest in ADUs as a Housing Solution Continues to Grow
Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
According to The New York Times, urban planners and policy makers have looked at ADUs as a solution to the housing crisis, especially for the senior population. Just last month, California enacted new regulations that make the construction of ADUs more affordable. Development.”.
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Industry Focus: Food Processing – Food Facts
Business Facilities
APRIL 6, 2015
Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Business Clusters/Corridors Featured Post Food Processing Incentives Industry Focus Magazine Magazine Highlights New Jersey New York Ports And Free Trade Zones Transportation Infrastructure U.S. Great Lakes U.S. -
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40 7 towers that define the 'skinny skyscraper' boom [slideshow]
BD+C
FEBRUARY 4, 2014
Recent advancements in structural design, combined with the loosening of density and zoning requirements, has opened the door for the so-called "superslim skyscraper.".
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Islip, NY: Long Island’s Corridor Of Growth
Business Facilities
MAY 29, 2019
Islip has a bustling airport, a busy foreign trade zone next door and an attractive location in the middle of Long Island’s largest industrial corridor. Read: Islip, NY: Long Island’s Corridor Of Growth at BusinessFacilities.com.
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Feature Story: 2015 Economic Development Awards
Business Facilities
APRIL 2, 2015
Archives Arizona Arkansas Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Business Clusters/Corridors California Feature Story Featured Post Florida Georgia Incentives Indiana Iowa Kentucky Magazine Magazine Highlights Maryland Mississippi Montana Nebraska Nevada New Mexico New York Pennsylvania Ports And Free Trade Zones Renewable Energy (..)
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Housing Supply Falls to New Low While Prices Hit New High
Pro Builder
AUGUST 17, 2020
Home sales also increased in 67 of the 85 largest metro areas in July, but some states, such as New York, are seeing dramatic drops in home sales. It may seem like the Twilight Zone for the housing market to be performing better than ever while the economy is in the tank, but it goes to show that we are in truly unprecedented times.
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Choosing You’re Company’s Office Space
Constructonomics
SEPTEMBER 24, 2012
New York, Los Angeles and Silicon Valley are areas that do just that. Safety and Zoning. Before you sign any contracts with a real estate agent for your business’s new location, make sure you look into the area’s safety and the zoning requirements. Many cities have very strict zoning requirements.
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122 Snapshots: 60 Seconds… With Lesley Whatley, Director, START-UP NY
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
APRIL 28, 2014
BF: START-UP NY will make SUNY campuses and other university communities in NY tax-free zones for new, expanding businesses. LW: START-UP NY is designed to attract businesses to relocate, start up or expand in New York State. How does it work? SEISMIC SIDE EFFECT.
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Renewable Energy: The Power Of Change
Business Facilities
AUGUST 25, 2021
New companies are enriching the region’s energy ecosystem, and competitive rates in real estate, wages and salaries yield significant operational savings. The 1,250-acre mega site, which is located in the New York Power Authority (NYPA) hydropower zone, features low-cost, 100 percent renewable electricity.
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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion
BD+C
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
Boston , New York , and San Francisco , are considering ways to improve the financial incentives, change zoning policies and expedite plan reviews, but developers should get a full-service team assembled to take a hard look at a conversion before they get started. faces a housing deficit of 3.8 million units.
LOCATION FOCUS: United It Stands
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 1, 2013
New York State’s 54,556 square mile geography is divided into 10 economic regions (according to Empire State Development)—Western New York, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, Central New York, North Country, Mohawk Valley, Mid-Hudson, Capital District, New York City and Long Island. I-90, NYS Rt.
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Commercial Construction Trends and Predictions for 2016
HardHatChat
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
Developers and Tenants Create Entertainment Zones to Drive Traffic. We are presently working with several real estate developers to create this type of environment in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as New York and Los Angeles. Food service and entertainment venues have evolved to a point that one feeds off of the other.
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Expanding the exterior footprint
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 31, 2022
In fact, officials of New York City are beginning to re-examine its zoning to ensure green spaces and parks are accessible and equitably distributed throughout the urban landscape. It also creates a new building zone called the ‘mid-doors,’ a term coined recently by Transsolar’s Erik Olsen, in his series “What is Indoors?”
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After Sandy: New Report Looks At Mitigating Climate Change Through Land Use
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
OCTOBER 14, 2013
As a result, we are seeing different approaches to development in the 21st century,” said Joseph Azrack, managing partner at Apollo Global Real Estate in New York City. Conduct a cost/benefit analysis of the defined land use typologies to identify less vulnerable zones for long-term planning and public spending.
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