The New York City Independent Budget Office (IBO) is announcing the publication of our report Exemption vs Abatement. This report provides policymakers with insights into the tax liability implications of these two different ways of structuring any new 421-a replacement program.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318, report containing the February 2024 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
This study demonstrates that a new state-of-the-art wastewater resource recovery facility in the upper East River could transform the DEPs operations by connecting several separate drainage areas thereby increasing flexibility in a location with space to support future upgrades and maintenance.
In The Bottom Lines, we take a look at a select set of agencies that were not spared from budget cuts, many of which have seen measurable declines in the quality or quantity of service they are able to deliver to the people of New York.
Interested in learning more about budget cuts to City programs like libraries? Explore our in-depth analysis of the Mayor's FY2025 PEGs and their impact on programs, services, and City functions. Check it out now.
To inform New Yorkers and elected officials interested in the program, the New York City Independent Budget Office has completed an analysis examining the exemption of yellow taxis from the proposed congestion pricing Surcharge of $1.25.
To help New Yorkers and elected officials have a better understanding of the early childhood policy landscape IBO’s new report offers a detailed overview of the historical financial trends and policy shifts affecting Pre-K and 3-K programs.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title25, Section 318, report containing the January 2024Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
New York City’s housing challenges have shifted from abandonment and disinvestment to gentrification and skyrocketing rents – the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development has financed the development and preservation of hundreds of thousands of affordable homes
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council.
Did you know that Real Property Tax (RPT) is New York City’s largest source of tax revenue? Check out our recently released explainer and Real Property Tax Forecast to learn more!
Check out IBO’s newest analysis focusing on the fiscal impact of Street Vending. This analysis finds that lifting the caps on legal street vending would yield a positive fiscal impact, depending on how many vendors become permitted.
As New York City welcomes over 100,000 new arrivals seeking asylum, it is critical to ground conversations on immigration in facts, not fear. This fact sheet seeks to provide accurate information on key questions.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318 report containing the December 2023 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
An exploration of high school outcomes across various school types, including District 75 (citywide special education schools) and District 79 (alternative high schools and programs).
IBO’s study of enrollment losses during and after the COVID-19 Pandemic, offering a comprehensive analysis of traditional public schools and charter schools in New York City.