“This basic course addresses the powers and duties of town, village, and city planning boards and commissions. The administrative and regulatory roles of the planning board, including its review of site plans, special use permits, and subdivision plats are discussed, along with the planning board’s role in the municipal comprehensive plan. The importance of … [Read more…]
“Relief previously obtained by writs of certiorari to review, mandamus or prohibition shall be obtained in a proceeding under this article. Wherever in any statute reference is made to a writ or order of certiorari, mandamus or prohibition, such reference shall, so far as applicable, be deemed to refer to the proceeding authorized by … [Read more…]
“The New York State Supplements can be downloaded at the links below: 2016 Uniform Code Supplement (Applies to the 2015 Codes) 2017 Uniform Code Supplement (Effective starting October 31, 2017)(Applies to the 2015 Codes) 2016 Supplement to the New York State Energy Conservation Construction Code (Revised August 2016) (Applies to the 2015 Code)” link to … [Read more…]
The Laws Of New York Consolidated Laws Public Authorities https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/PBA/A8 SECTION 2654 Schenectady Metroplex Service District Schenectady metroplex development authority The Laws Of New York Consolidated Laws Public AuthoritiesArticle 8: Miscellaneous AuthoritiesTitle 28-B: Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority Public Authorities (PBA) “1. The Schenectady metroplex development authority is hereby created. Such authority shall be a … [Read more…]
“Spurred on by an annexation battle in his district, a Capital Region lawmaker has proposed a one-year moratorium on converting farmland into industrial sites through the annexation process. The bill proposed by Democratic Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara of Schenectady, also speaks to what agriculturalists say is the continuing loss of farmland in New York state. … [Read more…]
“Enacts the “New York grid modernization act” sponsored by Cahill. “Enacts the “New York grid modernization act” to address the aging infrastructure; establishes the grid modernization program; defines terms; creates the smart grid advisory council; makes related changes.”” read the entire article New York State Senate 9 January 2019.
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“One important tool to assist government officials and the public in making informed decisions regarding a proposed project or a change in zoning laws is SEQRA. Its goal is to motivate government decisionmakers to give meaningful consideration to environmental factors when undertaking or approving projects, activities, or new policies. With a few exceptions, SEQRA’s … [Read more…]
“Zoning and land use decisions have major impacts on the wellbeing of a community. The purpose of this handbook is to help individuals and groups in Buffalo and Erie County understand land use and zoning law, terminology and procedures so they can more effectively express their concerns about proposed projects or changes in land … [Read more…]
“Since 1975, the Local Government Handbook has provided a brief history and a comprehensive and authoritative overview of our local, state, and federal governments. Now in its seventh edition, this publication is an invaluable tool for citizens, municipal oicials, teachers, students, and anyone who seeks to understand the complexity of state and local government. … [Read more…]