The City of Yes Couldn’t Answer CB 10’s Questions About Accessory Dwellings
Community Board 10 had another meeting with representatives of The City of Yes. The employees weren’t able to answer many questions that CB 10 Members had about Accessory Apartments.
For over a decade, the fire department and local politicians fought against illegal basement apartments in our area for safety reasons.
The City of Yes seems to want to make every neighborhood fit into their program, regardless of the size of the neighborhood and it’s makeup. While some upgrades are needed for the business area of our neighborhood, the changes for residential areas do not sound good. (See new story)
SRO’s (Single room occupancy) housing is part of the City of Yes.
If the City of Yes is supposed to bring more housing to NYC, why are businesses allowed to own in homes?
While they say they want up.to increase housing in an area, this program is encouraging home businesses in homes.
Senator Andrew Gounardes has supported the City of Yes, but has never spoken about it in our community. Gounardes attended the meeting at St. Anselm, but failed to speak to the community. Please elect a person who isn’t afraid to speak out and share information with the community.
Hugs,
marlene
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