On April 30, 2012, the New York City Council unanimously approved Zone Green, New York City’s proposed zoning amendments that remove various hurdles for developers and building owners to incorporate green elements such as solar energy systems, thicker walls for insulation and rooftop gardens into their properties. A previous blog post detailing these amendments is available here.
On March 28, the City Planning Commission approved the amendments with various modifications and clarifications, including the following:
