We will rely on accelerated tree plantings to help remove harmful emissions as we improve the public realm
As mentioned in our public realm plan, we will ensure that every New York street is fully lined with trees by 2030. Achieving 100% "stocking" for these street trees will require almost tripling the number of trees planted every year in the city.

To achieve this accelerated tree planting schedule, we will revise the zoning code to require new construction and major redevelopment projects to plant one street tree for every 25 feet of street frontage. Private development is projected to provide 3,000 to 5,000 trees a year, with an additional 3,000 per year generated through major capital construction projects.

The City will also plant an additional 12,500 per year at an annual cost of $17 million. We will prioritize plantings in neighborhoods with the lowest stocking levels and highest air quality concerns.