On June 1st the City will launch a Brooklyn pilot of the
Development Coordinator Initiative, a new resource for developers, contractors,
and licensed professionals. The Initiative is a forum for senior
leadership from across City agencies to resolve specific interagency conflicts
that may be slowing down development.
There are a wide range of problems which may qualify for
the Brooklyn pilot. For example, an architect could seek assistance from the
Development Coordinator because a project site in Brooklyn contains a fire
hydrant, tree, sidewalk vault and utility pole, making it impossible to comply
with the builder's pavement plan requirements. Or, a developer could seek
assistance for a waterfront development where multiple agencies have offered
conflicting interpretations of regulations. In each instance, the developer,
contractor or licensed professional is "stuck" and needs interagency
coordination to get a resolution.
To submit your Brooklyn project for consideration, visit
www.nyc.gov/devcoordinator and
complete the brief questionnaire. Applicants will be contacted within 48 hours
of submission.
