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Yonkers committee debates waiving vacant‑building fee for properties with active permits
Summary
Council discussion centered on a proposal to waive the vacant‑building registration fee when a property holds an active building permit. Supporters cited constituent hardship; administration and some council members raised concerns about enabling projects to remain unfinished for years and suggested time limits or escalating vacant‑building fees.
The Yonkers Legislation and Codes Committee spent substantial time on June 25 considering a local law that would waive the vacant building registration fee for owners with an active building permit.
Proponents said the change helps owners who are actively working to make vacant properties habitable. Opponents and administration officials warned it could incentivize owners to leave buildings unfinished for years and reduce pressure to complete projects.
Nut graf: The committee heard that the city already has limited waiver…
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