Loading chat...
NY A02553
Bill
Status
1/16/2015
Primary Sponsor
Michael Benedetto
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Requires the city planning commission to regulate the location of supportive housing facilities and social services centers, and set conditions for renewal of leases or operation plans.
-
Defines covered facilities as those operated by state, city, or not-for-profit organizations serving 10+ residents or 50+ daily non-resident clients with mental illness, chemical dependency, chronic illness, or homeless shelters.
-
Mandates operators to file notice with the city planning commission and community board describing the facility's scope, size, treatment programs, address, client numbers, and financing details.
-
Requires the city planning commission to hold a public community forum between 45-90 days after notice, with at least 20 days' notice, to solicit input on community impact and facility concentration.
-
Directs the planning commission to approve, modify, deny, or suggest alternative locations within 60-90 days after the forum; denied applicants are barred from reapplying for two years.
-
Applies renewal requirements only if the community board files a resolution requesting a hearing at least 180 days before lease expiration.
Legislative Description
Requires the New York city planning commission to hold a public community forum prior to approving the location or continued operation of a supportive housing facility.
Last Action
print number 2553c
6/14/2016