NYC Fast-Tracks Affordable Housing, Incentivizes Energy Efficiency

New York Citys Board of Standards and Appeals introduces new rules for expedited affordable housing approvals, bypassing the usual ULURP process. State Senator Erik Bottcher proposes a bill to reward municipalities for adding eligible housing units, incentivizing denser development. The Champlain Hudson Power Express transmission line brings Canadian hydroelectricity to NYC, aiding in meeting demand during heat advisories and offering renewable energy credits for building owners. These efforts aim to tackle housing challenges and promote sustainability through multiple approaches. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ad1e3218db9b1b6e