NAIOP Upstate New York Advocacy

NAIOP Upstate New York advocates on behalf of the interests of our members in the commercial real estate sector.

NAIOP Upstate New York is comprised of 150+ members across upstate New York.

Stay connected with us as we advocate on various issues impacting the commercial real estate sector by engaging with members from the Governor’s office and the New York State Legislature.

If you are interested in learning more about advocacy efforts with NAIOP Upstate New York, please contact [email protected].

NAIOP Federal Legislative Priorities

Adaptive Reuse and Housing Affordability

Congress should pass legislation to incentivize the adaptive reuse of vacant and underutilized commercial buildings for residential purposes. Adaptive reuse property conversions can help increase the supply of affordable housing while helping to restore economic vitality to communities dealing with the impact of post-pandemic workplace changes. The Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets Act (H.R. 2410), introduced by Representatives Mike Carey (R-OH) and Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), would create a tax incentive to offset the costs of conversions and give local communities a needed tool to increase their supply of rental housing.

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Electrification and Energy Policy

Congress needs to pursue comprehensive energy policies designed to meet electricity demand throughout the U.S. economy, including increased investment in electrical grid expansion and modernization, permitting reforms for energy generation and transmission projects, and increased coordination on major regional projects across multiple jurisdictions.

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Transportation and Infrastructure

Congress should pass a multiyear reauthorization of surface transportation programs early in 2026, well before they expire later in the year, to give states and local governments the certainty they need to continue current infrastructure projects and plan future ones. Infrastructure policy should promote a streamlined, transparent regulatory environment that reduces costs and minimizes delays in project delivery. At a minimum, current funding levels should be maintained to ensure continued investment in critical transportation and infrastructure projects.

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