New York State Contract Reporter #26-OPDSG-18

NY State Smart Growth Community Planning Program Grants for Comprehensive Plans and Zoning

The New York State Department of State is offering grant funding to support local governments and not-for-profits in developing or updating community planning documents that align with Smart Growth Principles and Child Care Friendly Zoning Initiatives. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of State, Office of Planning, Development & Community Infrastructure - Bureau of Fiscal Management (for fiscal administration) - Eligible Applicants: - Towns, villages, cities, counties, regional planning entities, and not-for-profit organizations in New York State - Products/Services Requested: - Preparation and adoption of new or updated comprehensive plans for municipalities or counties - Development and adoption of community-wide zoning regulations and amendments - Creation and adoption of area plans, including transit-oriented, downtown, or hamlet plans - Area plans with subsequent zoning updates - Funding Details: - Approximately $4.8 million available - Minimum state assistance request: $75,000 - State assistance covers up to 75% of eligible costs (up to 85% for Environmental Justice Areas, Disadvantaged Communities, high housing cost burden municipalities, or child care deserts) - Applicants must provide matching funds - Notable Requirements: - Projects must integrate DOS Smart Growth Principles and Child Care Friendly Zoning Initiatives - Emphasis on climate resilience, housing affordability, accessible communities, and waterfront revitalization - MWBE (Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise) participation goal: 30% - SDVOB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business) participation goal: 6% - Not-for-profits must be pre-qualified in the New York Statewide Financial System - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant for planning and consulting services.

Description

The New York State Department of State is soliciting applications through the New York State Consolidated Funding Application under the Environmental Protection Fund to support the Smart Growth Community Planning Program. Eligible applicants include towns, villages, cities, counties, regional planning entities, and not-for-profit organizations. The program supports the preparation and adoption of comprehensive plans, zoning regulations, amendments, and area plans that integrate DOS Smart Growth Principles and Child Care Friendly Zoning Initiatives. The program aims to advance land use policy and community vision, encouraging applications from communities lacking up-to-date plans.

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