Lift the 12 FAR Cap

The 12 FAR cap, a relic of the 1960s, was created when New York City worried about too much housing. Now, it’s a major obstacle to building more affordable housing. It’s time to repeal it!

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Lift the 12 FAR Cap

The 12 FAR cap, a relic of the 1960s, was created when New York City worried about too much housing. Now, it’s a major obstacle to building more affordable housing. It’s time to repeal it!

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