New York Senate Bill S01613

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/25
• Refer: 1/13/25
• Report Pass: 5/21/25
• Engrossed: 6/9/25
• Refer: 6/9/25
• Refer: 1/7/26
• Report Pass: 3/4/26

Caption

Directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a plan to develop mixed-use commercial and residential property on a certain portion of the Harriman campus; directs such plan to be completed and made available for public comment no later than 180 days after the effective date; directs empire state development, in conjunction with the office of general services, to create a master plan for the redesign of the Harriman campus; directs that such plan be completed and made available for public comment no later than one year after the effective date.

Impact

A significant aspect of S01613 is its focus on enhancing the Harriman campus and surrounding areas through improved connectivity and infrastructure. The proposed master plan will assess parking needs and examine required infrastructure to support both the Wadsworth Project and new mixed-use developments. Additionally, the plan emphasizes creating workforce and low-to-middle-income housing, thereby aiming to contribute positively to local communities while driving economic growth.

Summary

Bill S01613 proposes the development of mixed-use commercial and residential properties within the Harriman campus in Albany, New York. The bill directs the Empire State Development Corporation, in collaboration with the Office of General Services, to undertake a development study focused on transforming at least 7 acres of underutilized space within the Wadsworth project site into commercial and retail properties. This study is required to be completed within 180 days of the bill's enactment and will consider public feedback before finalizing the plans.

Contention

Discussions surrounding S01613 may include contention points concerning the balance between economic development and community needs. While proponents argue that such developments could revitalize the area and create jobs, critics may raise concerns about potential gentrification risks, displacement of existing residents, and whether low-to-middle-income housing will be genuinely affordable. The emphasis on a public comment period also suggests that stakeholder engagement and community feedback will be essential in shaping the final outcomes of the project.