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Hazard Mitigation Plan - Mitigation Actions Database

New York City’s comprehensive effort to reduce or eliminate potential losses from the hazards described in the Hazard Specific section of the website. The map includes existing and completed mitigation actions that will minimize the effects of a hazard event on New York City’s population, economy, property, building stock, and infrastructure. It is the result of a coordinated effort by 46 New York City agencies and partners to develop and implement a broad range of inventive and effective ways to mitigate hazards.

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MA.00053
Hmp Index: MA.00053 • Mitigation Actions Title: Data system upgrade • Mitigation Actions Description: Computerize data system to assist in post-storm inspections.
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MA.00053
Mitigation Actions Title
Data system upgrade
Mitigation Actions Description
Computerize data system to assist in post-storm inspections.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Emergency Services
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
Estimated Finish
2014-10-31T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
Notes
Ongoing
MA.00054
Hmp Index: MA.00054 • Mitigation Actions Title: Advanced warning system • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00054
Mitigation Actions Title
Advanced warning system
Mitigation Actions Description
Provide advanced warning of wind and other weather hazards to registered construction superintendents, site safety managers, and the media. This system will allow construction sites to take mitigating steps prior to the onset of hazardous weather.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Emergency Services
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00055
Hmp Index: MA.00055 • Mitigation Actions Title: Mobile command stations • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00055
Mitigation Actions Title
Mobile command stations
Mitigation Actions Description
Procure three permanently available mobile command stations for flood zones in Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Emergency Services
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Cost
$150,000.00
Other Funding Source
Unknown
MA.00056
Hmp Index: MA.00056 • Mitigation Actions Title: DOB backup generators • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00056
Mitigation Actions Title
DOB backup generators
Mitigation Actions Description
Procure backup generators for 280 Broadway to sufficiently meet the needs of DOB to operate the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and power the central servers, which house data for all five boroughs, among other core functions.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Emergency Services
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Other Funding Source
Unknown
Notes
Back-up generator with limited power for building operations at 280 Broadway.
MA.00057
Hmp Index: MA.00057 • Mitigation Actions Title: DOB radios • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00057
Mitigation Actions Title
DOB radios
Mitigation Actions Description
Procure 80 communication radios to effectively carry out inspections and communicate with command posts during disasters when cell phone services are typically down or unreliable.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Emergency Services
Action Status
Proposed or Not Started
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes,Flooding
Estimated Cost
$120,000.00
Other Funding Source
Unknown
MA.00058
Hmp Index: MA.00058 • Mitigation Actions Title: DOB vehicles • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00058
Mitigation Actions Title
DOB vehicles
Mitigation Actions Description
Procure 25 SUVs and 75 hybrid vehicles outfitted with "emergency packages" for disaster use to expedite inspector response and guarantee service levels, and to address the addition of nearly 40 inspectors.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Emergency Services
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes,Flooding
Estimated Cost
$2,750,000.00
Other Funding Source
Unknown
Notes
DOB has 19 vehicles with emergency light packages
MA.00059
Hmp Index: MA.00059 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00059
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Allow the use of waterless urinals as part of an approved water conservation plan.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00060
Hmp Index: MA.00060 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Mitigation Actions Description: Provide standards to encourage water recycling.
Hmp Index
MA.00060
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Provide standards to encourage water recycling.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00061
Hmp Index: MA.00061 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00061
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Require that new critical facilities, such as fire stations and hospitals, be designed with redundant structural systems. (The current code has no such requirement.)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Earthquakes
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00062
Hmp Index: MA.00062 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00062
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Update seismic engineering requirements to current national standards. Take into account soil and foundation underpinning. Require seismic detailing and inspections to ensure compliance. This will make new buildings both stronger and more flexible in an earthquake.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Earthquakes
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00063
Hmp Index: MA.00063 • Mitigation Actions Title: Building code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00063
Mitigation Actions Title
Building code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Adopt new seismic standards for risk-based requirements, and enhanced design requirements for liquefaction.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Earthquakes
Estimated Finish
2014-10-31T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
Notes
Current code revision cycle will review ASCE 7-10 and -16 versions
MA.00064
Hmp Index: MA.00064 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00064
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Require roof coverings or setbacks with a slope less than a 25% be white or a color rated by EnergyStar as highly reflective. This color shall cover at least 75% of the area of the roof or setback surface to better reflect heat.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00065
Hmp Index: MA.00065 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Mitigation Actions Description: Encourage more "cool roofs" installations.
Hmp Index
MA.00065
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Encourage more "cool roofs" installations.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Support Agency
Small Business Services
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00066
Hmp Index: MA.00066 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00066
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Require new critical facilities located in flood zones be raised higher than currently required.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00067
Hmp Index: MA.00067 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00067
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended and added sections to the NYC Construction Codes governing the raising, lifting, elevating or moving the lowest above-grade floor or the lowest subgrade floor of a building. (LL 29/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00068
Hmp Index: MA.00068 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00068
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Extended fee waiver for "eligible" Hurricane Sandy-damaged buildings to damaged "non-eligible" buildings, for work related to electrical and plumbing systems only. (LL 51/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00069
Hmp Index: MA.00069 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00069
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC plumbing and building code in relation to backflow prevention. (LL 83/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00070
Hmp Index: MA.00070 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00070
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC building code to restrict patient care areas and patient sleeping spaces from being below DFE even with dry floodproofing. (LL 95/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00071
Hmp Index: MA.00071 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00071
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC building code to require elevations in NAVD and to use the the more stringent of either the 2007 FEMA FIRMs or the 2013 FEMA PFIRMs. (LL 96/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00072
Hmp Index: MA.00072 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00072
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC construction codes with regard to cable length and fuel oil storage in the special flood hazard area. (LL 99/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00073
Hmp Index: MA.00073 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00073
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC building code to allow temporary flood shields, stairs and ramps as part of a flood emergency plan and related requirements. (LL 109/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00074
Hmp Index: MA.00074 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00074
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC building code and electrical code to include legally required standby power systems in addition to emergency power and optional standby, and outlined equipment to be served. (LL 111/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00075
Hmp Index: MA.00075 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code update • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00075
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code update
Mitigation Actions Description
Amended the NYC building code and electrical code to include legally required standby power systems in addition to emergency power and optional standby, and outlined equipment to be served. (1 RCNY 3606-04)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00076
Hmp Index: MA.00076 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Mitigation Actions Description: Clarify current flooding regulations and adopt the latest national standards.
Hmp Index
MA.00076
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Clarify current flooding regulations and adopt the latest national standards.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00077
Hmp Index: MA.00077 • Mitigation Actions Title: Flood Manual • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00077
Mitigation Actions Title
Flood Manual
Mitigation Actions Description
Create a manual describing flood construction and protection standards applicable in New York City, including: material and structural requirements, equipment modification techniques, and strategies for existing structures. (LL 82/13)
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
Notes
In progress
MA.00079
Hmp Index: MA.00079 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00079
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Enhance connectivity requirements for structural components. These changes will increase the structural integrity of new buildings, allowing them to better withstand an unanticipated event.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Earthquakes,Flooding
Estimated Finish
2009-06-30T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00080
Hmp Index: MA.00080 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00080
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Introduce importance factors into the design of new critical facilities, power generating facilities, water treatment plants, and buildings where 300 people or more congregate in one area. Importance factors increase the design seismic, snow, and wind loads of a structure to prevent catastrophic collapse.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes
Estimated Finish
2009-06-30T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00081
Hmp Index: MA.00081 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Mitigation Actions Description: Provide fee rebates to encourage construction of sustainable buildings.
Hmp Index
MA.00081
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Provide fee rebates to encourage construction of sustainable buildings.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00082
Hmp Index: MA.00082 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00082
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Require overflow drains to protect roof structures if primary roof drains fail. The structural load of accumulated rainwater will be accounted for in roof design.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Finish
2009-06-30T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00083
Hmp Index: MA.00083 • Mitigation Actions Title: Existing building code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00083
Mitigation Actions Title
Existing building code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Develop an existing building code to simplify and streamline upgrades and alterations in existing buildings, which includes analysis of potential provisions aimed at resiliency improvements and hazard mitigation measures.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes,Flooding
Estimated Start
2016-11-30T00:00:00.000
Estimated Cost
$475,000.00
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00084
Hmp Index: MA.00084 • Mitigation Actions Title: Interagency coordination • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00084
Mitigation Actions Title
Interagency coordination
Mitigation Actions Description
Participate in regular interagency coordination with NYCEM to discuss natural hazard mitigation.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes,Flooding
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00085
Hmp Index: MA.00085 • Mitigation Actions Title: DOB staff development • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00085
Mitigation Actions Title
DOB staff development
Mitigation Actions Description
Participate in natural hazard mitigation code and standards development by sending staff to national events and training sessions that focus on seismic, wind, and flood codes.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes,Flooding
Estimated Cost
$25,000.00
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00086
Hmp Index: MA.00086 • Mitigation Actions Title: DOB training • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00086
Mitigation Actions Title
DOB training
Mitigation Actions Description
Send staff to national training sessions and seminars on hazards and mitigation practices.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Earthquakes,Flooding
Estimated Cost
$25,000.00
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00087
Hmp Index: MA.00087 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00087
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Develop Construction Code amendments to reduce energy demand and reliance on fossil fuels as part of PlaNYC. These amendments will apply to existing and new buildings and in some cases may result in energy reductions beyond the requirements of the Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State. Review literature on how climate change will impact New York City, and review provisions developed by other jurisdictions to mitigate the anticipated effects of climate change.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Extreme Heat,High Winds,Winter Weather,Non-Natural
Estimated Cost
$5,800,000.00
City Funding Source
City Expense
Notes
See Local Law 97 of 2019
MA.00088
Hmp Index: MA.00088 • Mitigation Actions Title: Staff training • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00088
Mitigation Actions Title
Staff training
Mitigation Actions Description
All DOB staff and private sector structural engineers attends yearly 1-day training (COOP) on rapid assessment for emergency response.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Support Agency
Fire Department of the City of New York
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Earthquakes,Flooding
Notes
Implemented/Ongoing
MA.00090
Hmp Index: MA.00090 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00090
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Apply the latest national standards for the determination of snow load, snow drift loads, and sliding snow loads.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00091
Hmp Index: MA.00091 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction Code revision proposal • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00091
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction Code revision proposal
Mitigation Actions Description
Add provisions to encourage the structural improvement regarding the resistance to flood loads for existing buildings.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding,Coastal Storms
MA.00092
Hmp Index: MA.00092 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction Code revision proposal • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00092
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction Code revision proposal
Mitigation Actions Description
Add provision to mandate compliance with updated reference standard regarding structural stability in relation to flood loads for certain new buildings.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding,Coastal Storms
MA.00093
Hmp Index: MA.00093 • Mitigation Actions Title: Construction code revision • Lead Agency: Department of Buildings
Hmp Index
MA.00093
Mitigation Actions Title
Construction code revision
Mitigation Actions Description
Adopt improved fire protection standard and emergency egress standard for buildings over 420 feet from recent International Building Code.
Lead Agency
Department of Buildings
Action Category
Property Protection
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Non-Natural
City Funding Source
City Expense
MA.00094
Hmp Index: MA.00094 • Mitigation Actions Title: Ecologically sensitive industrial area planning • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00094
Mitigation Actions Title
Ecologically sensitive industrial area planning
Mitigation Actions Description
Conduct area plans for ecologically significant maritime and industrial areas that have significant environmental contamination. Work with Brownfield Opportunity Area grant recipients, local communities, and elected officials to identify next steps, and seek funding for further studies of existing conditions and strategies to promote maritime businesses and address environmental issues.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Coastal and Natural Resource Protection
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Flooding
Other Funding Source
Unknown
MA.00095
Hmp Index: MA.00095 • Mitigation Actions Title: Waterfront open space • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
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MA.00095
Mitigation Actions Title
Waterfront open space
Mitigation Actions Description
Promote the preservation and development of waterfront open space. Pursuant to Policy 8 of the Waterfront Revitalization Program (WRP), the development of public open space along the waterfront is promoted through public and private initiatives. This effort increases biodiversity and natural assets while supporting flood resiliency efforts by mitigating the impact of sea level rise, erosion, subsidence, and other flood risks.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Coastal and Natural Resource Protection
Action Status
In-Progress
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Erosion,Coastal Storms,Flooding
Other Funding Source
Unknown
Web Link
https://www.waterfrontplan.nyc/waterfront-public-access-study-summary
MA.00096
Hmp Index: MA.00096 • Mitigation Actions Title: Street tree requirements • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00096
Mitigation Actions Title
Street tree requirements
Mitigation Actions Description
Require planting of one street tree for every 25 feet of street frontage of the zoning lot for new developments, major enlargements, and certain use conversions. Each lot is subject to a minimum of one street tree. This zoning resolution establishes requirements for sidewalk planting strips in lower-density residential districts. These zoning regulations, adopted into law on April 30, 2008, support PlaNYC goals for increased street tree canopy, air quality improvement, and stormwater management. They also help reduce the urban heat island effect.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Coastal and Natural Resource Protection
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Extreme Heat
Other Funding Source
Unknown
MA.00097
Hmp Index: MA.00097 • Mitigation Actions Title: Resilient Retail Study and Resilient Art Spaces • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
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MA.00097
Mitigation Actions Title
Resilient Retail Study and Resilient Art Spaces
Mitigation Actions Description
Studies of a range of retail corridors and art-related businesses to identify building-scale resiliency strategies, and provide zoning recommendations.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Finish
2015-12-31T00:00:00.000
Federal Funding Source
CDBG
Web Link
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/plans/resilient-retail/resilient-retail.page https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/planning/download/pdf/plans-studies/resilient-neighborhoods/west-chelsea/gallery-guide-102015.pdf
MA.00098
Hmp Index: MA.00098 • Mitigation Actions Title: Building Elevation and Subgrade Data Set • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00098
Mitigation Actions Title
Building Elevation and Subgrade Data Set
Mitigation Actions Description
This is a pilot project to assess the elevation of the ground floor of buildings in portions of NYC's floodplain.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Cost
$41,064.00
Federal Funding Source
CDBG
MA.00099
Hmp Index: MA.00099 • Mitigation Actions Title: WRP Policy 6.2 Materials • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00099
Mitigation Actions Title
WRP Policy 6.2 Materials
Mitigation Actions Description
The Waterfront Revitalization Programs (WRP) Climate Change Adaptation Guidance Manual and Flood Elevation Worksheet were developed to assist applicants and agencies in reviewing projects for consistency with WRP Policy 6.2. Policy 6.2 requires integration of considerations of the latest New York City projections of climate change and sea level rise into the planning and design of all projects in the Citys Coastal Zone.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Start
2016-12-31T00:00:00.000
Estimated Finish
2017-12-30T00:00:00.000
Federal Funding Source
CDBG
Web Link
http://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/applicants/wrp/wrp.page
MA.00100
Hmp Index: MA.00100 • Mitigation Actions Title: Resilient neighborhoods planning studies • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00100
Mitigation Actions Title
Resilient neighborhoods planning studies
Mitigation Actions Description
Identify and address vulnerabilities specific to communities in flood zones, as designated by new federal flood maps, and those neighborhoods severely affected by Hurricane Sandy. Goals include reducing risk from natural hazards such as flooding and coastal storms, fostering economically and socially vibrant communities that are able to adapt to changing conditions, coordinating land use planning with rebuilding activities and infrastructure investment, and including a robust stakeholder-engagement process.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Support Agency
Department of Buildings,Department of Environmental Protection,Department of Parks and Recreation,Housing Preservation and Development,Mayor's Office of Long Term Planning and Sustainability,New York City Department of Transportation,New York City Emergency Management
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms
Estimated Start
2012-11-30T00:00:00.000
Estimated Finish
2017-04-30T00:00:00.000
Federal Funding Source
CDBG
Web Link
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/plans/resilient-neighborhoods.page
MA.00101
Hmp Index: MA.00101 • Mitigation Actions Title: DCP planning support and technical assistance for Sandy disaster recovery • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00101
Mitigation Actions Title
DCP planning support and technical assistance for Sandy disaster recovery
Mitigation Actions Description
Support a variety of rebuilding and resilience activities with data analysis and mapping, coastal resilience planning, legal and technical support, community outreach and coordination, demographic analysis, tracking of housing permit activity, NYCHA resilience and replacement housing, and open space and Bluebelt planning.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms
Estimated Start
2012-12-31T00:00:00.000
Estimated Finish
2019-06-30T00:00:00.000
Federal Funding Source
CDBG
Web Link
http://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/plans/flood-resilience-zoning-text-update/flood-resilience-zoning-text-update.page
MA.00102
Hmp Index: MA.00102 • Mitigation Actions Title: Zoning for flood-resistant construction, Phase I and II • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00102
Mitigation Actions Title
Zoning for flood-resistant construction, Phase I and II
Mitigation Actions Description
Make text amendments to modify zoning to encourage flood-resistant construction. The regulations would be consistent with updated flood area construction practices and the need for greater resilience in the larger flood zones established by FEMA.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Start
2012-12-31T00:00:00.000
Federal Funding Source
CDBG
Web Link
http://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/plans/flood-resilience-zoning-text-update/flood-resilience-zoning-text-update.page
Notes
Flood Resiliency Zoning Text Amendment was approved by the City Council in Oct. 2013 on a temporary basis. Throughout 2017 and into 2018, DCP engaged with communities to the floodplain learn from their experiences and is currently in the process of develo
MA.00103
Hmp Index: MA.00103 • Mitigation Actions Title: Resilient Industry • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00103
Mitigation Actions Title
Resilient Industry
Mitigation Actions Description
The Resilient Industry initiative will assess vulnerability to flooding in industrial areas of New York City and propose strategies that individual businesses and the City can pursue to make industrial areas and surrounding communities more resilient. The study will consider both physical changes to protect industrial facilities and operational strategies to prepare for future storms.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding
Estimated Start
2014-12-31T00:00:00.000
Estimated Finish
2018-03-13T00:00:00.000
Federal Funding Source
FEMA-HMGP
Web Link
http://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/plans/resilient-industry/resilient-industry.page
MA.00104
Hmp Index: MA.00104 • Mitigation Actions Title: Green zoning regulations • Lead Agency: Department of City Planning
Hmp Index
MA.00104
Mitigation Actions Title
Green zoning regulations
Mitigation Actions Description
Remove impediments to the construction and retrofit of green buildings and promote sustainable and resilient stormwater management through green and blue roofs, the use of permeable pavement, residential streetscape preservation, yard and open space enhancements, and green standards for parking lots. Additionally, regulations allow greater flexibility for location of boilers and cogeneration facilities on rooftops, increasing a building's resiliency during a disaster.
Lead Agency
Department of City Planning
Action Category
Prevention and Policy
Action Status
Completed
Action Status Date
2023-12-15T00:00:00.000
Hazards Addressed
Coastal Storms,Flooding,High Winds,Non-Natural
Estimated Finish
2012-04-29T00:00:00.000
Other Funding Source
Unknown
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