our goals

Where We Live NYC is the City’s long-term plan to fight housing discrimination, confront segregation, and take action to advance opportunity for all. Six goals guide the work.

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Learn about the six fair housing goals

In 2020, the City established six fair housing goals through the first Where We Live NYC plan. These goals emerged from two years of extensive analysis, deep partnerships, and broad public engagement. These six goals remain the foundation of our work:

Goal 1

Fight housing discrimination and ensure equal access to housing

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Goal 2

Build more housing in all neighborhoods across New York City and the region

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Goal 3

Protect existing affordable housing and prevent displacement

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Goal 4

Ensure access to different types of neighborhoods for tenants using rental assistance

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Goal 5

Expand and improve housing options and accommodations for people with disabilities

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Goal 6

Improve conditions, services and infrastructure in historically disinvested neighborhoods

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