KM Associates Proud to Support NYC’s Historic “ADU for You” Initiative

The KM Associates of New York, Inc. team is honored to provide code consultation expertise to New York City’s “ADU for You” initiative, which officially opened its application portal September 30, 2025.

This program marks an important milestone in addressing New York’s housing challenges. The City of Yes ADU program creates meaningful opportunities for both homeowners and New Yorkers seeking affordable housing options.

• Provides homeowners with new flexibility to build basement apartments, attic conversions, and backyard cottages
• Transforms underutilized spaces into homes that serve real community needs
• Establishes clear compliance frameworks for safe, legal ADU integration with rigorous standards for zoning, construction, fire safety, and occupancy
• Features a Pre-Approved Plan Library to streamline the application and approval process

This program represents thoughtful policy in action—addressing housing scarcity while maintaining safety and zoning standards. It’s encouraging to see initiatives that benefit both property owners and families who have been priced out of traditional housing markets.

We’re committed to contributing our expertise alongside WXY architecture + urban design, Habitat for Humanity NYC and Westchester, and city agencies including DOB, HPD, DEP, and DOHMH to help establish the regulatory framework that makes safe, compliant ADUs possible across all five boroughs.

Learn more about the “ADU for You” initiative in City’s full press release here >