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NYC Zoning Blog


Introducing Our Free NYC “Air Rights” Calculator
Instantly Estimate Your Property’s Zoning Floor Area (ZFA) Understanding how much you can build on a property in New York City isn’t always straightforward. Zoning regulations, Floor Area Ratio (FAR), and residential equivalency rules can make even simple development questions time-consuming—and expensive—to answer. That’s why we built our Free NYC Air Rights Calculator . This tool gives property owners, investors, and developers a quick way to estimate a site’s total allowab
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Jamaica, Queens Rezoning Approved: What It Means for Residents, Investors, and the Future of the Neighborhood
On October 29th 2025, the New York City Council officially approved the long-awaited Jamaica Neighborhood Rezoning Plan , marking a major turning point for one of the city’s most culturally vibrant and rapidly evolving communities. The plan covers roughly 230 blocks , reshaping how housing, retail, and mixed-use projects can be developed — with far-reaching implications for residents, investors, and business owners alike. A Historic Move Toward Growth and Opportunity Under th
Oct 30, 20252 min read


City Unveils $146M Jewel Streets Neighborhood Plan — 5,000 New Homes, Major Rezoning, and a Fresh Development Frontier
New York City is setting the stage for one of its most transformative mixed-use redevelopment efforts in years. Mayor Eric Adams has announced the Jewel Streets Neighborhood Plan, a $146 million public investment aimed at tackling flooding, modernizing infrastructure, and unlocking new housing potential across a swath of East New York in Brooklyn and Lindenwood in Queens. For decades, the Jewel Streets area has been defined by underutilized land, poor drainage, and limited ac
Oct 30, 20251 min read


When will the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Rezoning be approved?
On August 13, 2025 , the New York City Planning Commission (CPC) voted to approve the long-anticipated Jamaica Neighborhood Plan (JNP)...
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Unlocking Your Property's Potential in Queens, Brooklyn, and The Bronx
Are you a property owner in Queens wondering what’s possible with your land or building? At CCD Real Estate Solutions , we specialize in...
Sep 15, 20252 min read


What does NYC Affordable Housing mean in the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan Rezoning?
New York City’s Mandatory Inclusionary Housing (MIH) program requires certain new residential developments in rezoned areas to include permanent NYC affordable housing . Under Option 1 —the most commonly applied requirement— 25% of a project’s total residential floor area must be set aside for households earning an average of 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI) . This option is the one most likely to be applied in large neighborhood rezonings, including the pending One LIC
Sep 5, 20251 min read


OneLIC Plan rezoning Wins City Planning Commission Approval
On September 3, 2025 , the New York City Planning Commission voted 11–1 to approve the OneLIC Neighborhood Plan , a major Long Island...
Sep 5, 20251 min read


Jamaica Neighborhood Plan: A Game Changer for Development in NYC
Understanding the Jamaica Neighborhood Plan I recently had the opportunity to speak with CBS regarding the proposed Jamaica Neighborhood...
Jun 18, 20252 min read


Why the City of Yes' Universal Affordability Preference Kinda Sucks.
I support replacing spot Voluntary Inclusionary Housing (VIH) zones with a more streamlined, citywide approach like the Universal...
May 6, 20252 min read


How the NYC Mayor's FBI Investigation Could Impact the "City of Yes" Housing Plan
The recent FBI investigation into New York City Mayor Eric Adams has raised questions about how it may affect the future of his major...
Sep 22, 20244 min read


City of Yes for Housing Opportunity: A Step Towards Affordable Apartments in NYC
New York City has long been a symbol of opportunity and diversity. However, in recent years, the city has faced a growing housing crisis,...
Sep 14, 20244 min read


On The Topic of NYC Gentrification : Will the Gentrifiers become the Gentrified?
I have a theory about a direct correlation between rising mortgage rates and increasing NYC gentrification. I live in the 5 boroughs of...
Mar 9, 20233 min read


7 ways AI (Artificial Intelligence) will change Real Estate.
Predictive analytics: AI can be used to analyze historical data and make predictions about future trends in the real estate market, such...
Jan 14, 20231 min read


Why the 421a Tax Abatement should have been allowed to expire.
There are more people looking for housing than ever before within the five boroughs of New York City. The critical segment in many...
Oct 6, 20224 min read


How To look Up And Follow a Foreclosure Court Case In Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx and Manhattan.
If you ever wanted to know how to look up and follow a foreclosure court proceeding in N.Y.C, you are in the right place. Because foreclosure cases in New York State involve the filing of a Request for Judicial Intervention or "RJI", they become a matter of public record and are searchable by any interested party. Below, I will show you step by step how you can look up and get updates on a foreclosure court case in Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan or Staten Island. Actu
Dec 6, 20204 min read


How to look up Property in Queens, Brooklyn,The Bronx,Manhattan and Staten Island – A Complete Guide
There might be a time where you need to research information on a home owner or property in N.Y.C. Maybe you are a new investor, an...
Dec 2, 20203 min read
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