NY S05692

Creates a statewide uniform permitting process for modifications to existing wireless towers and base stations, exempting "eligible facilities requests" from local zoning review and discretionary permits

Defines "eligible facilities request" as modifications to existing towers or base stations that do not substantially change physical dimensions, including collocation, removal, or replacement of transmission equipment

Requires municipalities to approve or deny eligible facilities requests within 60 days, with automatic approval if the deadline passes without action

Caps application fees at $500 per eligible facilities request, prohibiting municipalities from charging additional consultant or third-party fees

Establishes specific thresholds for "substantial change" (e.g., height increases over 10% or 10 feet for base stations, equipment cabinet limits) that would require standard zoning review rather than streamlined permitting