Resolution approving the decision of the City Planning Commission on ULURP No. C 240297 ZMQ, for a Zoning Map amendment (L.U. No. 20).

Summary

This resolution approves a zoning map amendment (ULURP No. C 240297 ZMQ, L.U. No. 20) changing an R1-2 district to an R6A district for property located at 217-14 24th Avenue in Queens Community District 11. This change is intended to facilitate the development of a new eight-story residential and long-term care facility. The project will include approximately 183 dwelling units, with 55 income-restricted units and 65 long-term care units. This zoning change is linked to a related text amendment (N 240298 ZRQ, L.U. No. 21) to establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing (MIH) area. The City Planning Commission approved the decision, and the Council has now also approved it after a public hearing. Environmental review resulted in a Negative Declaration (CEQR No. 24DCP118Q) with an (E) designation for hazardous materials, air quality, and noise.

Citizen Impact

This zoning change allows for the construction of a new residential and long-term care facility, which will increase housing availability in the area, including a significant number of income-restricted units. Residents may experience changes related to construction and increased density in the neighborhood.

Confidence

high