Funding for the Lincoln Square BID comes from annual assessments of all owners of real property within its boundaries. In 2018, we sought and received approval from the New York City Council to increase the assessment authorization to $3.2 million to be phased-in – our fourth increase since our formation in 1996. In 2025, the New York City Council approved the BID’s plan to amend the District Plan and Assessment Formula to include a modest annual residential assessment of approximately $0.06 per square foot.
For fiscal year 2027, the Board approved a budget with an assessment of $3 million. Property owners’ total billing rates for FY 2027 will be approximately $0.27 per square foot for garage, $0.50 for commercial and retail space, and $0.06 for residential. Any future assessment increases up to the approved cap of $3.2 million will require Board of Directors’ approval.
The annual assessment ensures that all beneficiaries of BID programs share in their cost. Non- profit organizations are not assessed, but many provide in-kind services and financial assistance.
Annual Reports
We are committed to the proper stewardship of our resources; this includes offering our members a transparent view of our financial and programmatic position. You may access PDFs of our most recent annual reports, which highlight our activities and accomplishments, by clicking below:
Our most recent audited financial statements can be found by clicking below:
For 990s: visit www.candid.org
If you are interested in learning more about our organization’s services please contact us at info@lincolnsquarebid.org or call (212) 581-3774.