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NY A06270
Bill
Status
3/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brian Cunningham
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AI Summary
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Requires all local governments with populations exceeding 5,000 residents to adopt a residential automated solar permitting platform by June 30, 2026
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The automated platform must be capable of processing at least 75% of residential solar permit applications for existing construction, including systems with energy storage, panel upgrades, and breaker derates
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Jurisdictions must submit compliance reports to NYSERDA within 60 days of adopting the platform, detailing the software used and confirming instant permit issuance capability
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Annual usage reports are required from April 1, 2027 through April 1, 2036, including the number of permits issued through the platform and a plan to increase usage if below the 75% threshold
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Jurisdictions must offer remote inspections via recorded video or photo for projects permitted through the automated platform, at no greater cost or delay than in-person inspections
Legislative Description
Requires all authorities having jurisdiction over a population exceeding five thousand residents to adopt a residential automated solar permitting platform by June thirtieth, two thousand twenty-six.
Last Action
referred to energy
1/7/2026