New York City is rolling out a major redesign of sidewalk sheds in an effort to clean up streetscapes, cut visual clutter and speed up building repairs across the five boroughs.

Mayor Eric Adams and Department of Buildings Commissioner Jimmy Oddo on Tuesday introduced six new shed models that can replace the long-criticized green scaffolding that has dominated city sidewalks for decades. The updated designs prioritize safety, sunlight and aesthetics, officials said.

“For too long, scaffolding and outdated and cumbersome sidewalk sheds have blocked sunlight, hurt small businesses, and cluttered our neighborhoods, but today marks a major step forward in our mission to reimagine New York City’s streetscape,” said Adams.

Alongside the new designs, the city also released recommendations from

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