Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises Approves Multiple Rezoning Applications in Brooklyn
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On November 12, 2025, the New York City Council's Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises, chaired by Kevin C. Riley, held a meeting to consider several land use applications primarily involving rezoning and Mandatory Inclusionary Housing designations in Brooklyn. The subcommittee approved all applications presented, with some approved with modifications and referred to the City Planning Commission (CPC).
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- Approved rezoning of 58 Nixon Court from R5 to R7A with establishment of a C2-4 District and Mandatory Inclusionary Housing designation.
- Approved rezoning of 464 Ovington Avenue from R3X to R6A with Mandatory Inclusionary Housing designation.
- Approved rezoning of 5502 Flatlands Avenue from R3-2 to R6A with establishment of a C2-4 District and Mandatory Inclusionary Housing designation, with modifications and referral to CPC.
- Approved rezoning of 699-703 Lexington Avenue from R6B to R6A with Mandatory Inclusionary Housing designation, with modifications and referral to CPC.
- Approved amendments to the Special Atlantic Avenue Mixed Use Plan floor area regulations.
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