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NY S01247
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Addabbo
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AI Summary
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Requires the state or any organization converting land to public use (including trails, parks, and recreation areas) to hold a public hearing before the town board, planning board, or zoning board in municipalities with populations under one million
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Public hearings must allow neighbors within a five-mile radius and other community members to address privacy or safety concerns about the proposed land conversion
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Municipalities must provide at least 10 days' notice of the hearing, posted conspicuously on the municipality's website
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Written notice of the hearing must be mailed to all properties within a five-mile radius of the proposed conversion site
Legislative Description
Requires that when the state or an organization is attempting to convert land to public use in a municipality with a population of less than one million, a hearing shall be held in such municipality where such land is located to allow for public comment and input from neighbors; requires a ten day notice of such hearing to members of the community.
Last Action
REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
1/7/2026