The article focuses on community land trusts (CLTs) in New York City and their efforts to secure increased funding and legislative support. CLTs are nonprofit organizations that retain land ownership while leasing it to residents, aiming to maintain affordable housing and community control over development decisions. The article explains why CLTs are a critical tool in preserving affordable housing in NYC, emphasizing the need for financial backing and policy support to enhance their effectiveness and reach.

https://nextcity.org/urbanist-news/nyc-is-fighting-for-more-community-land-trust-funding