Since 2004, there has been a 40 percent increase in the number of community-based plans drafted in New York City. But for every high profile alternative rezoning proposal like the “Unity Plan” in response to Atlantic Yards, there are dozens like the proposed eco-industrial park in the Bronx that fall under the radar of the mainstream media and occupants of a neighborhood.

On April 15, the Municipal Arts Society will launch an on-line Atlas of Community-Based plans in New York City that have been drawn up by various neighborhoods across the five boroughs. The Atlas is meant to be a resource for residents and planners alike to ultimately make city plans more reflective of the neighborhood concensus.  read more »