Midtown Council Approves Mixed-Use Rezoning Following Committee Planning

The New York City Council approved a rezoning plan for a 1,050-foot supertall skyscraper at the former MTA headquarters on 341-347 Madison Ave in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

The Path to the July 15 Votes

The Land Use Committees approved the Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan on the same day, setting the stage for the full council action. This sequence shows how targeted committee review preceded the broader council decision on the rezoning and related measures at the Madison Avenue location and surrounding areas.

Scope of the Approved Plan

The Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan facilitates over 9,500 new residences including 2,800 permanently affordable homes. It also includes public street changes such as turning 34th Street into a dedicated car-free busway and making Broadway fully car-free between 22nd and 25th Streets. These elements connect the rezoning at 341-347 Madison Ave to wider adjustments in Midtown circulation and housing capacity.

Community and Infrastructure Commitments

The MSMX plan includes $488 million in community benefits and infrastructure enhancements, with over $121.9 million specifically for Garment District protections and manufacturing support. Following the Wednesday vote, the City Council secured over $340 million for public realm improvements, including streetscape upgrades along 21 blocks of Broadway and enhancements to subway and bus routes. These figures trace directly to the approvals reached on July 15, 2026.

Next Steps After Approval

The plan now moves toward implementation of the rezoning, housing targets, street modifications and funding allocations outlined in the July 15 decisions. Residents and businesses in the affected Midtown corridors can monitor updates through official city channels on the timelines for these changes.