The 'City of Yes' Plan Passes City Council

Pierina Ana Sanchez, NYC Council Member and chair of the housing committee, and Dan Garodnick, Director of City Planning, dive deep into the recently approved housing initiative, 'City of Yes.' They discuss the critical goal of adding 82,000 new housing units over the next 15 years amidst NYC's housing crisis. The duo emphasizes the need for community involvement and tailored solutions to ensure that development aligns with neighborhood character. They also touch on new zoning reforms and the financial commitments aimed at promoting homeownership and preventing displacement.