The City of New York is seeking proposals from qualified planning, design, and economic development firms to develop a comprehensive Neighbourhood Business District Plan. The purpose of this initiative is to bolster small businesses, attract private investment, and enhance the appearance, accessibility, and safety of local corridors. The selected firm will create a strategy that demonstrates a deep understanding of the unique needs of neighborhoods requiring stabilization, while also leveraging the strengths of both residential and commercial areas within the district.

Responsibilities include developing a clear, community-informed vision for the future of the corridor, identifying targeted investments to improve the streetscape and pedestrian environment, and enhancing the overall business climate. Firms will be expected to conduct a thorough market assessment, analyzing land use, property ownership, crime statistics, vacancy rates, business mix, transportation patterns, and relevant demographics. The result will be a comprehensive, actionable plan complete with maps, graphics, an executive summary, and a detailed implementation strategy, including project prioritization, cost estimates, phasing, and potential funding sources.

Firms submitting proposals should be experienced in developing neighborhood-based plans that balance economic revitalization with community input and sustainability.