City of Mount Vernon, NY - Comprehensive Update of Zoning Ordinance

Please find the full RFP here: http://procurement.opengov.com/portal/mountvernonny/projects/239010

Description: Request for Proposals (RFP) for a consultant to work with the City of Mount Vernon to prepare a Comprehensive Update and Modernization of the Zoning Ordinance.

Summary: The City of Mount Vernon, New York (“City”) is seeking professional planning and zoning consulting services to comprehensively update and modernize its Zoning Ordinance. The selected consultant will review the City’s existing zoning regulations and develop a new ordinance that aligns with the vision, goals, and land use framework of the City’s recently adopted Comprehensive Plan. The work will include evaluating current zoning districts, land use regulations, and development standards; identifying gaps or outdated provisions; and preparing a clear, user-friendly zoning code that supports sustainable growth, economic development, housing opportunity, and improved neighborhood quality. Services will also include drafting updated zoning districts and maps, modernizing development and design standards, incorporating best practices in zoning administration, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws. The consultant will be expected to work closely with City staff and stakeholders, present recommendations to the Planning Board and City Council, and support the public review and adoption process for the updated zoning ordinance.

Proposal Due Date: April 10, 2026