Permits structures to remain where the local permitting authority has issued a permit for construction built within an erosion hazard area or tidal wetland adjacent area prior to the effective date of the amendments.
Summary
Bill S06129 amends the Environmental Conservation Law in New York to allow structures built within erosion hazard areas or tidal wetland adjacent areas, for which local permits have been issued, to remain even if they do not meet current erosion hazard area regulations. Specifically, it states that if a local permitting authority has granted a permit for construction prior to the effective date of the amendments, those structures will be considered compliant with the erosion hazard area and tidal wetland regulations, allowing them to remain without needing additional permits or variances.
Impact
The bill impacts state laws by providing a legal framework that allows existing structures, which were previously permitted, to remain in erosion hazard areas and tidal wetlands without facing the risk of being deemed non-compliant with new regulations. This could potentially reduce the regulatory burden on local governments and property owners, while also ensuring that existing developments are not retroactively penalized under new environmental laws.
Sentiment
The sentiment around Bill S06129 appears to be neutral, as there have been no recorded votes or significant committee discussions available to indicate strong support or opposition. The lack of contention in the voting history suggests that the bill may be seen as a practical solution to a specific regulatory issue.
Contention
There may be potential contention regarding the environmental implications of allowing structures to remain in sensitive areas, as environmental advocates might argue that this could lead to increased risks of erosion and habitat disruption. However, no specific groups or individuals have been noted as opposing the bill in the available context.
Same As
Permits structures to remain where the local permitting authority has issued a permit for construction built within a certain erosion hazard area or tidal wetland adjacent area.
Permits structures to remain where the local permitting authority has issued a permit for construction built within a certain erosion hazard area or tidal wetland adjacent area.
Relates to permits granted in coastal erosion hazard areas; provides that as a condition of any permit issued in a coastal erosion hazard area, the department of environmental conservation shall require green infrastructure to help reduce stormwater runoff and mitigate coastal erosion.