Question 4: Simplify Building Permitting and Move Waterfront Permitting to Department of Buildings
Source: enr.boenyc.gov
What does this measure do?
Supports: Government Efficiency
Requires one system for construction permits, lets more Buildings officials approve plans, and moves waterfront permits to Buildings. Taxpayers fund the system only if money is approved in the city budget; the measure adds no tax or fee.
Read the official ballot measure (PDF)
Proposed by: New York City Commission on Government Efficiency
A temporary city panel that reviews New York City's basic rules and recommends changes for voters.
Source: home4.nyc.gov
A YES vote means
More officials could approve plans, and agencies must use one permit system if funded. The hub's December 2029 target can move; waterfront permits shift to Buildings by the end of 2030 or sooner.
A NO vote means
Separate agency application systems stay, with current limits on who may approve construction plans. Small Business Services keeps its waterfront permit role; no new permit hub spending or tax is required by this measure.
Sources: home4.nyc.gov · nycvotes.org
Sources: nyc.gov2 · nycvotes.org