Resources & Community Guidance
Practical answers on housing, affordability and sustainable living.
Five ways sustainable housing can improve daily life in Staten Island
A practical look at comfort, running costs and everyday choices that can make a home easier to live in.
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Donate to N4SFExplore all 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
The SDGs connect poverty, health, education, housing, energy, climate, ecosystems, justice and partnership within one global framework.
Official UN goal icons are used for public education. N4SF is not presented as a United Nations entity or partner.
About Sustainable Neighborhoods
What makes a city sustainable? Look at the results residents can see
A sustainable neighborhood starts with homes people can keep and services they can reach
What Mueller, EcoVillage Ithaca and Via Verde can teach us about sustainable neighborhoods
What incentives are available for green housing in Staten Island?
Home improvement assistance depends on the household, property and proposed work. Income-qualified residents can review NYSERDA’s EmPower+ eligibility guidance. Eligible owners of one- to four-family NYC homes can investigate HomeFix repair loans and their repayment terms.
Federal tax information has changed. The IRS states that the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit and Residential Clean Energy Credit are unavailable for new qualifying improvements or property placed in service after December 31, 2025. Confirm current requirements before including any incentive in a project budget.
Read our home repair assistance guide to understand the different application routes and questions to ask.
Stories worth your attention
Housing, neighborhood quality and environmental changes that can shape everyday life in New York City.
Choosing renovation materials: durability, indoor air and cost before green claims
A practical look at how material choices affect durability, indoor air quality, maintenance and long-term value before accepting sustainability claims at face value.
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Know where to turn before a housing problem becomes harder to solve.
Two practical starting points for homeowners dealing with foreclosure risk or repair needs.
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Facing foreclosure in New York: how to get free HOPP help
New York's Homeowner Protection Program connects homeowners with free housing counseling and legal help. Start with the official assistance route before making decisions about your home.
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