Authorizes the city of New York to grant, convey and release to abutting upland owners certain lands now or formerly under the waters of Whale Creek otherwise known as Wyckoff Creek, which was a tributary of Newtown Creek.
Impact
The proposed legislation could have significant implications for land use and ownership rights in New York City. By enabling the city to convey these previously submerged lands, the bill allows upland owners to acquire additional property, which could potentially enhance their development opportunities or property value. This could also influence local real estate markets, as properties along these waterways may become more desirable if they can be expanded with the acquired land.
Summary
Bill A10883 aims to amend the administrative code of New York City by allowing the city to grant, convey, and release specific lands that are currently or were previously submerged under the waters of Whale Creek, also referred to as Wyckoff Creek. This creek is known to be a tributary of Newtown Creek, located in Brooklyn. The adjustment is intended to facilitate transactions concerning these lands, benefiting owners of adjacent upland properties by granting them rights to land that connects to their ownership.
Contention
While the bill appears to support property owners' rights, it could lead to contention regarding environmental concerns and waterfront regulations. Critics might argue that allowing development on previously submerged lands could disrupt local ecosystems and habitats. Additionally, the decision to convey such lands may prompt opposition from community groups or environmental advocates who prefer that these areas remain undeveloped to protect the natural landscape and water quality of the waterways.
Same As
Authorizes the city of New York to sell certain lands now or formerly under the waters of Whale Creek otherwise known as Wyckoff Creek, and formerly a tributary of Newtown Creek.
Authorizes the city of New York to sell certain lands now or formerly under the waters of Whale Creek otherwise known as Wyckoff Creek, and formerly a tributary of Newtown Creek.
Permits land formerly used as an armory which was conveyed to the town of Riverhead, county of Suffolk by the state in 2011, to be sold or leased to the YMCA of Long Island.
Extends the authorization for the city of New York to sell to abutting property owners real property owned by such city, consisting of tax lots that cannot be independently developed due to the size, shape, configuration and topography of such lots and the zoning regulations applicable thereto.
Extends the authorization for the city of New York to sell to abutting property owners real property owned by such city, consisting of tax lots that cannot be independently developed due to the size, shape, configuration and topography of such lots and the zoning regulations applicable thereto.