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What is NYC AC § 25-805?

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This section outlines the process for obtaining mayoral approval for the modification or removal of a deed restriction. The department evaluates whether the request serves the city's best interests and, if approved, submits a recommendation to the mayor, including relevant documentation. Applies to property owners seeking changes to deed restrictions.

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§ 25-805 Mayoral approval.

AC § 25-805

Following the receipt of the committee's determination pursuant to section 3-119 and any approval required pursuant to of the charter, the department shall determine whether the requested modification or removal of a deed restriction is appropriate and furthers the best interests of the city. If the department determines that such modification or removal is appropriate and furthers the best interests of the city, it shall submit to the mayor a final written recommendation for approval of such request. Such written recommendation shall include the intake package submitted pursuant to subdivision a of section 25-803, any appraisals conducted pursuant to subdivision b of section 25-804, the summary prepared pursuant to paragraph 2 of subdivision c of section 25-804, the summary of public comments prepared pursuant to paragraph 6 of subdivision e of section 25-804, any and all agreements with the property owner pursuant to paragraph 2 of subdivision f of section 25-804, and any other documents or information the department deems relevant. (L.L. 2016/176, 12/22/2016, eff. 12/22/2016)

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