OC Legislature's Housing Task Force 5/27/26 @ 3pm

The Orange County New York Legislature's Housing Task Force convened on May 27, 2026, to discuss housing development challenges and planning strategies within the county. The meeting featured a detailed presentation by the Planning Department, focusing on their advisory role under General Municipal Law 239 in reviewing local housing projects, including subdivisions, site plans, and zoning variances. Key procurement-related topics included recommendations for inclusionary zoning provisions to encourage affordable housing set-asides, coordination with municipalities to adopt zoning amendments that support diverse housing types, and the importance of infrastructure capacity such as water, sewer, and transportation to enable higher-density developments. The task force also discussed technical assistance and training opportunities for municipalities to build capacity in zoning and housing development, including upcoming seminars on related topics. While no specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, the meeting emphasized policy and planning approaches that could influence future housing procurement and development activities in the county.