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New Housing Deal Framework Agreed Upon by State Leaders


Governor Hochul has announced that she and legislative leaders have reached an agreement on the framework of a new housing deal. While details are still emerging, the proposed agreement is expected to introduce a replacement for the expired 421-a tax incentive, aiming to boost affordable housing development. Additionally, the agreement will likely extend the construction

Unlocking Opportunities for Developers of 421-a Projects


  As the New York City development community awaits a possible extension of the Section 421-a completion deadline, developers can still preserve, and even increase, the value of their asset in the event no such extension is granted. A New Path for Unfinished Portions of Section 421-a Projects The deadline for completing construction for Section