From Vacancy to Vibrancy: Empire State Development’s Vision for Long Island Housing
On March 27, 2025, Empire State Development, New York State’s chief economic development agency, announced the launch of the Long Island Forward Housing Program (LIFHP), a $10 million initiative designed to promote and accelerate the development of affordable multifamily housing across Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Instead of providing direct grants, Empire State Development will fund professional services through selected technical assistance vendors. These services may include, among others, appraisal services, economic impact analysis for development scenarios, market studies and environmental site assessments.