Advocacy
Our work to promote a more livable New York City.
Through its advocacy, MAS protects New York’s legacy spaces, encourages thoughtful planning and urban design, and fosters complete neighborhoods across the five boroughs.
Promoting diverse neighborhoods, reliable infrastructure, affordable housing, and inviting open space through comprehensive, community-based urban planning.
Learn MoreReforming the regulatory, legislative, and financial mechanisms that shape the city through sound policy.
Learn MoreProtecting historic and cultural landmarks, neighborhood character, legacy businesses, and public art through values-based preservation.
Learn MoreCurrent Initiatives
Collaborating on citywide solutions for equity, public realm access, racial justice, and resiliency
Protecting New York’s 80-acre network of public plazas and arcades
Exploring ways to improve the City's CEQR process
Supporting, celebrating, and preserving diverse cultural heritage throughout NYC
Reimagining NYC's major streets with safety and sustainability in mind
Supporting New Yorkers to become stronger advocates for their neighborhoods
To advance a collaborative, community-based comprehensive planning framework
MAS Urbanists are early to mid-career professionals helping create a more livable New York.