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311 calls about homeless encampments have been routed to the Department of Homeless Services, instead of the NYPD, for the past two weeks.

ByPatrick Spauster

ByJeanmarie Evelly 10 minRead time

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Oct 2026

Climate and Environment Featured Government Health Housing and Homelessness

NYC Promises a New Approach to Heat Complaints After Tenants Were Left Waiting

Starting Oct 1, landlords are required to turn the heat on when the temperature drops below a certain threshold. Here’s what you need to know, including changes to how the…

ByPatrick Spauster

ByJeanmarie Evelly 7 minRead time

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Oct 2026

Featured Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness In Depth

‘Savings’ Measure for Housing Vouchers Backfires, As City Eyes Application Reforms

A recent change to how the city approves CityFHEPS vouchers, aimed at saving money on rent, required additional review by state and city agencies—extending an already-protracted application process that sometimes…

ByPatrick Spauster 21 minRead time

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Oct 2026

Featured Government Housing and Homelessness In Depth Land Use and Development News

See the 12 Communities on New York City’s Affordable Housing Naughty List

The Upper East and West Sides, Elmhurst, and Bayside are among the communities that have built little affordable housing over the past five years, and now will see certain projects…

ByPatrick Spauster 9 minRead time

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Sep 2026

Featured Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development Politics Resources

Trump Says Affordable Housing is On The Table for Sunnyside Yards, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Donald Trump met at Gracie Manion this week to take their Sunnyside Yards housing discussions to “a new level.”

ByPatrick Spauster

ByJeanmarie Evelly 6 minRead time

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Sep 2026

Education Featured Government Homelessness Housing and Homelessness In Depth Investigations Transportation

For Some Kids Living In Shelters, Back to School Means Long Commutes

Nearly 40 percent of homeless families with children are placed in shelters outside the borough of their child’s school, forcing long commutes, early mornings, and strained community ties.

ByPatrick Spauster 19 minRead time

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Sep 2026

2025 Elections Featured Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development Politics Resources

A Rezoning Grows In Brooklyn, And What Else Happened This Week In Housing

After voters passed measures that could compel Bay Ridge to permit more housing, Councilmember Kayla Santosuosso decided to advance her own rezoning—and get the district out of the affordable housing…

ByPatrick Spauster

ByJeanmarie Evelly 9 minRead time

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Sep 2026

Featured Government Health Homelessness Housing and Homelessness Resources

NYC Is Getting New Public Bathrooms. Homeless New Yorkers Have Questions.

A new pilot program for public restrooms requires tap access with a phone or key card. Homeless advocates say it could be another barrier for unhoused New Yorkers being able…

ByPatrick Spauster 8 minRead time

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Sep 2026

Featured Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development Politics

Is It Finally COPA’s Year?

The Community Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA), which would give some tenants and community groups pathways to bid early on certain buildings that go up for sale, finally has support…

ByPatrick Spauster 6 minRead time

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Sep 2026

Featured Government Housing and Homelessness Land Use and Development Resources

New Player Enters Debate Over Vacant Rent Stabilized Apartments, & What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Unlock Our Housing NYC, a new nonprofit founded by property owner advocate Jay Martin, says there is common ground for landlords and tenants on one issue: the tens of thousands…

ByPatrick Spauster

ByJeanmarie Evelly 9 minRead time

Patrick Spauster

NYC Updates Homeless Encampment Policy, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

NYC Promises a New Approach to Heat Complaints After Tenants Were Left Waiting

See the 12 Communities on New York City’s Affordable Housing Naughty List

Trump Says Affordable Housing is On The Table for Sunnyside Yards, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

For Some Kids Living In Shelters, Back to School Means Long Commutes

A Rezoning Grows In Brooklyn, And What Else Happened This Week In Housing

NYC Is Getting New Public Bathrooms. Homeless New Yorkers Have Questions.

Is It Finally COPA’s Year?

New Player Enters Debate Over Vacant Rent Stabilized Apartments, & What Else Happened This Week in Housing

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