NY A04285

Expands the resident curator program definition of eligible properties from specific "buildings which serve no park-related purpose" to broader "at-risk structures" that are vacant and at risk of deterioration due to fiscal or other difficulties.

Requires the state commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to consult with the state board for historic preservation prior to entering into any resident curator lease, particularly for structures eligible for listing on state and national registers of historic places.

Mandates the commissioner adopt a comprehensive plan identifying all at-risk structures within state parks and historic sites, with the plan and accompanying rules requiring approval by the state board for historic preservation before adoption.

Removes previous language authorizing specific named buildings for leasing (LI 73 Lab residence at Cold Spring Harbor, Hollins House at Heckscher, LI 40 house at Hither Hills, and Susan B. Anthony House) and changes lease determination criteria from commissioner's sole discretion to established rules.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.