New York City's housing crisis is worsening, with rents at record highs and a vacancy rate near zero. To incentivize new housing, the state created the 485-x tax abatement program, but construction hasn't taken off as hoped. What's going wrong? This event is a unique opportunity to consider housing policy and urban development through the lens of the 485-x program (Affordable Neighborhoods for New Yorkers Tax Incentive Program).
Join CIVITAS for a critical conversation with industry leaders and policy experts to tackle the tough questions.
This event is free and open to the public, however everyone must register to attend as there is limited seating!
This important discussion features prominent, expert panelists:
Ahmed Tigani (Commissioner, NYC Housing Preservation & Development)
Mitchell Korbey (Partner; Chair, Land Use & Zoning Group/Herrick)
Maddie DeCerbo (Director of Planning/REBNY)
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Marymount Manhattan College, 221 East 71st Street
We hope you will join us for this important conversation.
Here is the registration form to attend.
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