As part of the City's efforts to reduce the time and cost of private
development, the Mayor's Office introduced the Development Coordinator in June
2009. The Development Coordinator will provide a forum to resolve policy
and jurisdictional conflicts that create a barrier to legal development.
Currently, the Development Coordinator Initiative is being piloted in Brooklyn
and Queens only.
There are a wide range of issues which may qualify for the Brooklyn/Queens pilot. In each instance, a project is "stuck" and needs interagency coordination to get a resolution. These are just a few examples- there are many more situations that would qualify:
- A project site contains a fire hydrant, tree, or utility pole which makes it difficult to comply with builder's pavement plan requirements.
- A waterfront development is subject to conflicting regulations on open space requirements
- The requirement to approve the installation of a sidewalk vault has been approved by some agencies and it's unclear what requirements remain to be satisfied.
After an applicant has submitted a project for consideration the Development Coordinator will interview the applicant about their project and will determine whether the project should be brought to the agencies for review and resolution. If the project is accepted, the Development Coordinator will bring the affected agencies together to quickly resolve the issue. Applicants will be notified of the outcome and how to proceed.
If you are a developer, contractor, or other licensed professional working on a new building or major alteration project in Brooklyn or Queens that has been delayed because of conflicting City policies, your project may qualify for review and resolution by the Development Coordinator. To submit your project for consideration, complete the questionnaire below.