The Community Land Act

  • “Public Land for Public Good” (Intro 0637) – requiring NYC to prioritize not-for-profit developers and CLTs when the city disposes of land for affordable housing or any other public use or purpose.

  • Community Opportunity to Purchase Act(Intro 0196) – giving CLTs and other qualified nonprofits a first right to purchase 3+ unit buildings when landlords sell, and a right to match any competing offers.

  • “TOPA Resolution” (Res. 0038-2022) – calling on NYS to pass the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, to give tenants a first right to collectively buy their buildings when landlords sell, and a right to match competing offers. 

  • Abolish the NYC Lien Sale” (to be introduced) – prohibiting NYC from resuming the tax lien sale, and calling for a replacement system that engages CLTs to preserve affordable housing.