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TESTIMONY

Jim Wright from AIA New York Chapter on transit-oriented development and parking mandate removal in City of Yes for Housing Opportunity

1:58:07

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3 min

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Jim Wright, speaking on behalf of AIA New York, expresses support for the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity initiative, focusing on transit-oriented development and the removal of parking mandates. He argues that these changes will reduce barriers to housing production, increase access to public transit, and create more sustainable neighborhoods.

  • Wright emphasizes the benefits of expanding transit zones citywide, allowing for modest density increases in low and moderate-density areas near transit stations.
  • He explains how current parking requirements drive up construction costs and suppress the full utilization of existing zoning capacity.
  • The testimony highlights the potential for creating more affordable and sustainable neighborhoods by combining higher-density transit-oriented development with the elimination of parking mandates.

Follow-up discussion/remarks

QUESTION

Commissioner asks AIA for suggestions on zoning text clarity

2:01:36

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56 sec

Commissioner Joseph Rosenberg inquires if the American Institute of Architects (AIA) has any recommendations to clarify the language in the 1300 pages of zoning text for the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity initiative.

  • Jim Wright confirms that AIA has engaged with both City Planning and City Council
  • Wright expresses AIA's openness to further discussions if needed
  • He emphasizes AIA's interest in making the policies viable and workable to address the housing situation

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