In Progress: NYC’s Fair Housing Growth Strategy
The City is evaluating the scale of our housing needs and setting housing targets for equitable growth.
our vision and goals
Where We Live NYC 2025 is NYC’s second five-year plan to fight housing discrimination, confront segregation, and take action to advance opportunity for all. In 2020, the City released the first Where We Live NYC plan following two years of extensive analysis, deep partnerships, and broad public engagement. That plan’s six goals are the foundation of our fair housing work:
GOAL 1:
Fight housing discrimination and ensure equal access to housing
GOAL 2:
Build more housing in all neighborhoods across New York City and the region
GOAL 3:
Protect existing affordable housing and prevent displacement
GOAL 4:
Ensure access to different types of neighborhoods for tenants using rental assistance
GOAL 5:
Expand and improve housing options and accommodations for people with disabilities
GOAL 6:
Improve conditions, services, and infrastructure in historically disinvested neighborhoods
what is fair housing?
Learn about the basics of fair housing, information on your rights, and resources to get support with housing challenges.
